Smart Set

Smart Set: Community of Madrid

Finding a penthouse for two right in the heart of Madrid's most sought-after neighbourhood, Salamanca, is special. But to bag a place with a rooftop terrace to boot? Now that's an all-too-rare thing.

Start your morning on the terrace with café con leches and sweet churros as the city's streets awaken below. And at dusk, toast the day with aperitivos as the city's lights begin to flicker on.

Inside, this apartment keeps on delivering, with ultra-modern and pristine interiors throughout. Rustle up a bite to eat in the sleek, modern kitchen while companions can spill out into the open-plan lounge area to keep you company.

When it's time to hit this neighbourhood's well-heeled streets, follow the tree-lined boulevards down to the smart boutiques, designer tapas bars, and niche museums of Serrano Street (a three-minute walk away). Take an amble over to the mighty plaza and fountains of The Plaza de Colón (six minutes on foot). Or take the metro to discover other corners of this vibrant city – it's just a six-minute hop, skip, and a jump away.

Home truths:
*This apartment is located on the sixth floor with lift access
*You’ll share the apartment building’s entrance
*There’s a 24-hour concierge should you need anything during your stay
*There are laptop-friendly spaces in the apartment for guests planning to work remotely
*There’s no allocated parking at this home but your host can help with suggestions for public parking places