The Baloonist

With straight lines and minimalist Nordic furniture, this chic central Lisbon home does a great job of maximising the feeling of open space within its modest square footage. In the open living space, the windows ensure plenty of light to enjoy the genuinely beautiful pieces of art adorning the walls by Julio Pomar, often considered the greatest Portuguese painter of his generation. Located in the heart of Baixa, you'll have some of the city's best brunch cafes and chic boutiques on your doorstep – not to mention the vast Praça do Comércio, which is just around the corner. Slightly further afield, Convento do Carmo, Time Out Market, and many fascinating museums are within a ten-to-fifteen minute walk, while the iconic number 28 trams pass within a hundred metres to whisk you off to the city's other neighbourhoods.

Home truths:
*There is a sofa bed in the living room for an additional 2 guests - please let your host know if you'd like this made up for your stay
* There is a TV, but it has no entertainment options set up
* Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available upon request
* The kitchen doesn't have an oven