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Literary Legacy

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

  • 3 bathrooms

  • 1,886 sq/ft

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This apartment is situated in the Huertas-Cortés neighbourhood, with its narrow, elegant streets and beautiful architecture. You’ll find a variety of museums as well as plenty of dining options within walking distance, along with co-working spaces. Not that you’ll probably need them as this home has several desks if you need to work while away. An absolute highlight of this home, we think, is the private courtyard garden with its vine-clad walls – the perfect spot to relax after a busy day.


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore all that Madrid has to offer including its many museums

Explore all that Madrid has to offer including its many museums

Enjoy a tinto de verano in the private courtyard

Enjoy a tinto de verano in the private courtyard

Catch up on important business while away in the Spanish capital

Catch up on important business while away in the Spanish capital

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Home truths

  • Your host's in-house design team selects all apartment furniture and decor to ensure the highest level of quality and comfort. As part of consistent home upkeep, design improvements, and photo staging, there may be minor differences in furnishings seen in the photos and what you find in the apartment.

  • Parking in Madrid can be tricky, so we recommend sticking to easily accessible public transport where possible.

About this stay


Amenities

Desk

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Pets allowed

Parking available

Washing machine

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 3 beds

3 bathrooms

Extras

Arranged by your host • Subject to availability


VIP services

Daily cleaning

Luggage storage

Additional fees

  • There's no free parking at this home, but you can pay to use the nearby public car park.Cost on request
  • While pets are welcome to join you during your stay, an additional fee will apply – please enquire with your host at the time of booking.Cost on request
  • Your host can arrange weekly cleaning, towel and linen replacements, and luggage storage for an additional feeCost on request

Local guide


About Las Letras

Barrio de Las Letras is the part of Central Madrid that used to home some of the greatest Spanish literary minds, from Cervantes to Lope de Vega and Quevado. It hasn’t lost any of its bohemian spirit – even today, the narrow streets are filled with bookstores, quirky shops and intimate bars where friends often meet for an afternoon drink. Las Letras is also home to the trio of the...

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Find your favourite artist at the Thyssen museum

Find your favourite artist at the Thyssen museum

Fabulous art museum which is home to one of the most extensive private art collections in the world with paintings ranging from the 13th to the 20th century.

8 min
Go for a sunset drink at Circulo de Bellas Artes rooftop bar

Go for a sunset drink at Circulo de Bellas Artes rooftop bar

The rooftop bar and restaurant at Circulo de Bellas Artes offer fabulous views over Madrid, as well as snacks and refreshing cocktails.

6 min
Get a taste for Spanish food at Mercado Antón Martin

Get a taste for Spanish food at Mercado Antón Martin

This is a traditional fresh food market with numerous stalls and tapas bars, many of which also serve Madrid's favorite Sunday aperitif–vermut.

8 min
Visit the Caixa Forum Museum

Visit the Caixa Forum Museum

Make your way over for world-class exhibitions in this architectural gem, as well as one of the best vertical gardens designed by Patrick Blanc.

12 min
Admire classical architecture at Fuente Neptuno

Admire classical architecture at Fuente Neptuno

Neptuno Fountain is one of the most beautiful and majestic fountains in Madrid–and if you visit on match days, you might find followers of Atlético celebrate their victories.

8 min
Enjoy a mojito at La Negra Tomasa

Enjoy a mojito at La Negra Tomasa

Giving its guests a real taste of Cuba, La Negra Tomasa has become a favourite with Cuban expats and aficionados alike.

4 min
Enjoy the view (and food) from Azotea del Círculo

Enjoy the view (and food) from Azotea del Círculo

A unique gastro-cultural project in a privileged setting, Azotea del Círculo offers stunning views over Madrid's skyline.

7 min
Indulge in unique flavours at La Mallorquina

Indulge in unique flavours at La Mallorquina

La Mallorquina is one of the emblematic bakeries of Madrid, serving delicious pastries and cakes.

6 min
Delight yourself with the most spectacular view of madrid while taking a cocktail or two

Delight yourself with the most spectacular view of madrid while taking a cocktail or two

Casa Suecia is home, it's gastronomy, it's mixology, a selected winery, exquisite music. It is your house.q Casa Suecia has a really special Roof Top with one of the most amazing views of Madrid.

7 min
Labra is part of Madrid 's history

Labra is part of Madrid 's history

This old eating house was founded in 1860. Its main claim to fame are its tapas, essentially cod-based, fried in slices and in croquettes.

6 min
Traditional Japanese yakitori (brochette)

Traditional Japanese yakitori (brochette)

TV chef Alberto Chicote cooks the food in his own style, imbuing it with familiar tones that are very close to home, where Mediterranean flavours predominate over Asian ones.

8 min
Gin and Tonic in lots of different ways

Gin and Tonic in lots of different ways

Decorated with black leather seats and mirror ceilings, it is the perfect place to have a drink and a chat with good chill-out music. They sometimes have live DJs.

7 min

Get around

Airport

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas

46 min

Valencia

3 hr 46 min

Bilbao

4 hr 25 min

Subway station

Sevilla

4 min

Train station

Recoletos

17 min

Bus stop

Canalejas

1 min

Local shops & services

Supermarket

1 min

Cafe

3 min

Pharmacy

1 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 15:00

Departure before 10:00

On floor 4, has a lift

Air con

Wifi

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Ukio

This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. With homes in Barcelona, Lisbon, Berlin and Madrid, Julia and her team know exactly what it takes to make guests feel at home as soon as they walk through the door. They’re big on sustainability, too. Each property uses renewable energy and the furnishings are sourced from eco-friendly suppliers.

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