Calming Incense

Calming Incense: Porto

Designed with comfort and functionality at the forefront, this newly renovated apartment is an ideal base for a relaxing stay in Porto. Pitched along the iconic Avenida Fernão de Magalhães, you'll be surrounded by bakeries, eateries and cafes, with plenty of the top sights reachable on foot.

Inside, the open-plan living space is welcoming and calm with checkerboard floors, white walls and stylish furnishings. Large balcony doors not only flood the home with natural light, but extend the communal area out to a private terrace – perfect for morning pastel de natas or evening churros. Rustle up breakfast in the contemporary, marble kitchen and sit down for convivial meals at the window-side dining table for eight.

We especially love the attention to detail here, with objets d'art and chic art prints adorning the bookshelves and walls. It's both minimalist and yet there's a cool and creative feel to the space, reflecting Bonfirm's young, hip crowd. Practically the home ticks all the right boxes, with four comfy bedrooms, each with direct balcony access, and there's a dedicated office space for those visiting on business.

Location-wise, it's a great spot for those in town for sightseeing, with Santa Catarina Street, Bolhão, and Avenida dos Aliados all a short walk from your doorstep. And when it's time for dinner, there's no better place for a romantic meal or late-evening stroll than along Cais da Ribeira, within walking distance of the apartment.

Home truths:
*There's air-conditioning throughout the apartment, including the bedrooms
*Your host can provide a cot for a little on upon request
*You’ll share an entrance to this apartment building