Mount Atago

Mount Atago: Madrid

An incredibly stylish apartment in Madrid's upmarket Salamanca district, though you wouldn't know it judging by the decor alone. Step inside this artfully designed abode, and you'll be immediately transported to a chic Kyoto address. With true Japanese attention to detail – it's the small touches that elevate this flat above the rest. In the sleek kitchen, you'll find everything you need to whip up small plate tapas or bowls of ramen. Continue to the calming en-suite bedroom with a custom-built desk that comes in handy when the office comes calling. The second bedroom comes with a hand-made headboard resembling a Shinto shrine and wall-length shelves, while the third has geometric wood detailing on the walls. Finally, in the open-plan living/dining area, you'll really have to search for the tv, hidden away in the chimney breast. Step out into the streets of Salamanca, and you'll find grand boulevards, stunning architecture, and some of the city's best restaurants and boutiques. Walk a kilometre to the Unesco-recognised Retiro Park before heading to the Prado Museum, a five-minute walk west. For the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, jump on the metro at nearby Velazquez station and you can be gazing at the architecture in a little over twenty minutes.


Home truths:
*The apartment has its own private entrance *You'll find a vinyl player in the living room *There are two laptop-friendly workspaces in the apartment – one in the living room and one in the master bedroom *The wi-fi speeds are fast – perfect for streaming and working from home *Enjoy the convenience of keyless check-in *As this home is in one of Madrid’s most popular areas, some city and street noise is to be expected just in case *There is only air conditioning in some rooms