Balsa

One of Lisbon's best qualities is the fact it's sunny for ten months per year, so we'd like to believe that the view of the Tejo river from the balcony is always this majestic. While this feature might be what draws you in, there's plenty else about this home to enchant you.

This modern space is located right above the Sé Cathedral, with the dynamic neighbourhood of Alfama – one of the oldest in the city – on your doorstep. In line with the historical location, the interior design contains nods to traditional Portugueses architecture, but the sleek minimalist furniture brings it into the twenty-first century.

Beyond Alfama, this home is the perfect base to explore Lisbon's top sights. Praça do Comércio, the yellow-flanked square you've seen on all the postcards, is a mere ten-minute walk away. Sip cocktails in the afternoon heat then walk along the waterfront to watch the sunset. Sounds pretty dreamy to us.

Home truths:
*This apartment is on the third floor with no lift, so it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility
*When we tested this home, the wi-fi speed was on the low side
*Getting here with a car may be difficult due to the narrow streets around the home, but the central location means it's well connected to public transport
*The two bedrooms are separated by a folding door which may not suit guests who want more privacy
*One of the bedrooms is windowless, but it opens directly onto the light-filled living space
*As this home is in a shared building, you may hear some noise from surrounding neighbours