Casa do Chafariz

, Lapa

On a quiet street in Lapa, this detached four-bedroom house by architect Pedro Ricciardi offers something that’s increasingly hard to find in central Lisbon: a fully renovated home with real volume, a private garden, secure parking for two cars, and an elevator that makes daily life feel effortless. South-facing throughout, natural light is a constant, giving the interiors an airy calm from top to bottom.

The arrival is practical and discreet, with an entrance hall leading to the garage and a comfortable suite for guests or family, plus generous storage. Above, the main living spaces open up in a way that feels both expansive and easy. A large living room with fireplace anchors the floor, paired with a dedicated dining area and a fully equipped kitchen finished with top-tier appliances. A 9 m² balcony catches the sun and extends the social heart outdoors.

The private quarters are equally considered. The master suite faces south, with a double walk-in closet and its own balcony looking over the garden. A second suite with walk-in closet sits alongside, keeping the bedrooms quiet, balanced, and well separated from the living areas. At the top of the house, a flexible office or bedroom with ensuite bathroom opens to a broad south-facing terrace, a private vantage point above the greenery, with long garden views and sightlines toward Serra da Arrábida.

At garden level, the home shifts into downtime. A complete leisure zone works as a second living room, with TV and games areas, gym, sauna, laundry, storage, and a guest WC. Glass doors open directly onto a 74 m² private garden with a built-in barbecue area, an easy indoor–outdoor set-up for Lisbon life, sheltered and sunlit year-round.

Air conditioning, acoustic and thermal insulation, and the elevator are integrated quietly, without detracting from the architecture. Steps from Janelas Verdes, the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Santos, and the riverfront, this home offers a rare Lapa combination: detached, generous in scale, and full of light.