8 guests
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3 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms
sq/ft
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It's not every day that you get to stay somewhere quite like Villafranca. From the large seventeenth-century stone wall to the escape tunnel that doubles as a coffee table, the exposed wooden beams to the double height ceilings – history and character really are everywhere you look. We're not sure how practical the door that's been upcycled into a dining table will be for eating but, as it's located in central La Latina, there's no shortage of tapas restaurants, beautiful gardens, and food markets nearby.
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What to expect
Highlights
The antique brasstaps
The door that's been upcycled into a dining table
The stunning entrance
The beautiful seventeenth-century stone wall
The view from the old escape tunnel
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Home truths
The open-plan ground floor backs directly onto a shared and relatively cluttered courtyard which might be a privacy issue for some
The kitchen's basic provision of ingredients and crockery isn't spectacular, and the absence of a working oven or generous workspace makes it less than ideal for preparing elaborate dinners
At a mere 2mbps, the WIFI connection slow and patchy in some areas
Without an air conditioning unit, the apartment may feel a little stuffy – especially during the swelteringly hot summer months
While five of the guests will be sleeping on the mezzanine, two will need to settle for the sofa bed below them
The bathroom in the main house on the ground floor has a small leak
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Garden
Balcony / patio
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Luggage storage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Opera y Palacio Real
The small neighbourhood of Opera y Palacio Real sits next to the Royal Palace and its grand squares with manicured gardens. It’s also home to El Teatro Royal, the grand opera house. This part of town has an abundance of space and is far less busy than other parts of central Madrid – the calmness of the area makes it popular with families. You’ll find high-end local shops to peruse, as well as excellent restaurants, in this refined and sedate neighbourhood.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Shop for fresh ingredients at Mercado de la Cebada
This iconic market that's been open for over a hundred years specialises in fresh food only. Come for the best seafood, fruit, and vegetables.
Dine at the iconic Casa Lucio
This nineteenth-century Spanish tavern-style restaurant has a lively atmosphere, which makes it popular with tourists. Make sure you book a table and try the famous Huevos Rotos!
Mix art and cocktails at Hopper
Hopper is a unique bar in La Latina, where you can see exhibitions while enjoying a cocktail–both their cocktail menu and cultural offer change often, so one visit is not enough.
Dine and drink with great views at El Viajero
One of Madrid's most popular summer hangouts with a shabby chic vibe, El Viajero offer fantastic tapas and great space for a beer in the sun.
Hunt for treasures at El Rastro
Every Sunday, a small area of Madrid turns into the most popular flea market–El Rastro. Hundreds of shoppers scout for rare items, and they say side streets have the best goods.
Enjoy the sunset at Las Vistillas Gardens
The people of Madrid use this charming green space in the summer to relax and picnic on its terraces.
Get around
Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas
1 hr 1 min
Subway station
La Latina
5 min
Train station
Pirámides
16 min
Bus stop
San Francisco El Grande
2 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
2 min
Cafe
3 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 13:00
Departure before 11:00
Has a lift
Wifi speed: 2Mbps
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Micol
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Micol is Italian, but has lived in Madrid for the past eight years. When renovating her three apartments, she was careful to honour the building's industrial past. Staying with Micol, you'll see once-functional historic features given new life as charming ornaments.
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