Sitting within Madrid’s eclectic Puente de Vallecas neighbourhood, this modern apartment is an ideal base for those looking for an authentic taste of the city away from the tourist crowds. Bright and stylish, the home’s decor is a blend of Scandinavian design and Spanish accents, creating a strikingly cool impression from the moment you walk through the door. We love the wood floors and natural tones in the furnishings, while the leafy houseplants provide bright pops of colour against the sparkling white walls. Make yourself comfortable on the sofa with a glass of wine or gather around the chic dining table for an at-home feast when you’re not out sampling the local food scene. The bedrooms – each one stylishly pared-back – beckon a restful night’s sleep while the beautifully tiled bathrooms invite relaxing wake-ups with their luxurious rainfall showers. Outside of your home, it’s an easy nineteen–minute Metro ride to the beautiful Jardín Vertical Caixaforum, while both the Royal Palace and Plaza de la Armeria are reachable by Metro in just under half an hour. Elsewhere, Puerta del Sol is a twenty-minute Metro ride away and the popular Centro Comercial Plaza Rio 2 is thirty-three minutes away by Metro. Home truths: *While there's a lift in the building to access the apartment on the first floor, there may still be a few stairs to climb. *At capacity, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room. *A cot and a high chair are available on request, subject to availability. *There's no desk here, but the dining table can double up as a laptop-friendly workspace if needed. *The building's entrance is shared with the other residents. *Self-check-in is available. *This home is slightly further away from Madrid's main tourist sights, so we recommend using the city's public transport to get around – Portazgo station is a short walk away.