Under the Orange Tree Lisboa, Lisbon

Holiday Rental Description

If you're ready to experience the oldest and most authentic neighbourhood in Lisbon, this could be just the place for you. Set on a typically narrow street, lined with historic buildings, it's a traditional second-floor home with a very special secret. This city centre apartment comes with outside space in the form of a large patio with a central orange tree – and yes, you can help yourself to fruit in season.

Spend your days roaming the ancient streets and exploring the sights (you're never far from a Fado restaurant here) and come home to cook for the whole gang in the bright, open-plan living room, before padding out to the patio to eat together as the sun sets. Inside, it's a stylish mix of modern minimalism and country comfort. All-white walls and wood floors keep everything cool, while period touches like Juliet balconies and shuttered windows add elegance.

There's room for a large group, with one bedroom boasting a huge walk-in dressing room, and we think it's a delightful neighbourhood. With loads going on nearby, and plenty of good restaurants within a short walk, you may not want to go far, but there are excellent transport links if you do.

Home truths:
*The front of the home faces the street and as it's a bustling area you may hear some noise from nearby restaurants and bars
*Your hosts can be flexible about check-in and check-out time, depending on the guests before or after you
*Smoking is only permitted on the patio and any cigarette waste must be removed from the premises
*It's a traditional building without a lift and your home is on the second floor
*A small bed for a child can be added to the living room or to the large, walk-in dressing room, and another two guests can sleep on the sofa bed in the lounge – this room doesn't have blackout blinds and can be quite bright
*There's laptop-friendly workspace
*A cot is available on request for little guests