Antiga Casa in Saint Jorge's Castle
Great Location, Minutes from All Lisbon Has To Offer
Sleeps 2/4 (1 Bedroom)
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Antiga Casa do Castelo is nestled in the center of the oldest neighbourhood in Lisbon. You may become a true 'Lisboeta' in our little village inside the castle walls. The house sits on the old Roman road 'Rua Direita-Rua Santa Cruz do Castelo' and archaeological finds just under the corner of house date to the 5th/6th century BC (exhibited in the castle museum). The castle walls have helped to preserve the neighbourhood and traditional ways of life in this 'village atmosphere' in the centre of Lisbon. The house itself is a well-appointed two-storey townhouse consisting of a first floor with an open-plan kitchen/dining area, sitting room, an 'office' with books, writing table, tourist information and WC. French doors open to a view of the Castle parade ground. The fine rugs and subtle decor are a treat. The en-suite bedroom is upstairs with a small view over roof tops, the river and Palmela Castle in the distance. We have everything you need+free WiFi. See guest comments for more!
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2011 - 30 December 2011 | €85 | 3 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per day in euros. A 30% deposit will secure the booking payable by bank transfer or personal cheque by post.
Changeover day
Please contact owner for changeover day details.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The en-suite bedroom on the 2nd floor offers a view across the bay, TV and all amenities. The double bed has extra linens, pillows and covers. There is heating for winter, air conditioning for summer and fans are available for other times. |
| Bathrooms: | The shower (70X70) serves up great hot water and the roof window provides ventilation and a view of the Lisbon sky. WC and sink with cabinet are stocked with necessities. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is fitted with a hob, microwave (grill), fridge, clothes washer/dryer, all utensils for cooking and dining, a well stocked pantry (coffee, tea, spices, juicer), and an ample 'welcome basket' of wine, cheese, fresh bread and fruit. Welcome! |
| Utility Room: | WiFi internet access free for use with your personal notebook or lap top computer. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has a dining table and open-plan kitchen. There is cable TV, a small office with tourist info and books and a unique opportunity to join the local laundry scene by hanging yours outside. The sofabed serves 2 in a pinch. View to the river. |
| Other: | English speaking Rita and Nucha run the small arts and crafts shop on the ground floor and will be happy to help you with info about the house, the neighbourhood, local restaurants, taxi booking, trouble-shooting, etc. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Extra towels and linens are available for guests to change on discretion. Cleaning/maid service for extended stays and on prior arrangement. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove fridge microwave washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board cable tv internet access central heating air conditioning room fans |
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Notes on accommodation
Please visit our website and view the guest comments for more!
Accessibility
Due to the nature of the castle hill and stairs to the first floor of Antiga Casa do Castelo, our house is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Coast/Beach
Lisbon offers access to several beaches within a short train ride away from Cais de Sodre or Rossio train stations. Atlantic beaches can be reached by bus.
Golf
The Lisbon coast and south of the Tejo hosts numerous golf courses. Enthusiasts are recommended to search the internet and judge if Antiga Casa is suitable for you in relation to a Golfing holiday.
Travel
Public transportation (bus 37 and tram 28) serve the castle and relatively inexpensive taxis abound.
Distances
Antiga Casa is best reached by taxi from Lisbon's Portela airport. It is about a 15 minute ride and should cost about 15 Euros depending on the number of bags placed in the boot.
Further details
Antiga Casa do Castelo is great for walkers and people interested in experiencing local life in a traditional Portuguese neighbourhood. The best bit is you can get lost in Lisbon's laborynth and always know that there is a welcoming oasis at the top of the castle hill with the feel of home awaiting you. Lisbon is a very walkable city. One of the great things is getting lost and letting the River or Castle hill guide you back from the mysteries of where you have been. On the other hand, taxis and public transportation are successful alternatives.
The neighbourhood is mostly pedestrian and parking is only permitted for residents, so car rental is not recommended.
Antiga Casa do Castelo is small and self-contained but just outside the door is the sprawling 'Castelo de Sao Jorge' with its gardens, views from the walls, castle keep, museum, restaurant, café, comfortable castle cats dozing in the shade and centuries of history which tends to envelope everyone and everything. By day, of course there are tourists, but as they go down the hill, the real 'bairro' (neighbourhood) comes to its quiet, centuries old traditions with people chatting on their steps, grilling green peppers and sardines or talking about the latest football and/or political news of the day. The numerous cafés and tascas 5 minutes from the house can give you a nice meal, perhaps some FADO and pleasant introduction to the old way of life in Lisbon. And yet, just across the way is the nightlife of Bairrio alto: a short tram ride away.
Booking notes
Please contact owner for booking details.
Guest comments
Here we are once again in Lisbon! This time we felt a bit like Lisboetas living in a real house! The flat is very comfortable and the welcome really warm.
Grazie, Marguerite & Massimo, UK/IT 25-5-2009.
We have stayed in many self-catering apartments in Europe, but none as well organized and equipped as this one. We were most grateful for the welcome basket and for the help given by Rita and her aunt during our stay.
Graham & Pam, UK. 3-5-2009
What a lovely apartment! We had a great few days and feel very lucky to have had Antiga Casa as our base. Thanks again!
Natasha & Lorento, UK 30-5-2008
For booking and further information
Property Ref P7113
Tom Grigg
Tel: (Portugal) + 351 218 880 508
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