This four-story home in Casalinho da Ajuda gets the balance just right—privacy, character, and smart architecture, set between the green expanse of Monsanto and the riverside charm of Belém. With 168.49 m² of total space, four bedrooms, and a garden, it’s a rare chance to live in a quiet pocket of the city that still feels undiscovered—but won’t stay that way for long.

Designed by architect Vasco Lima Mayer, the house keeps its original façade while the interiors have been completely reimagined for contemporary life. Light and flow take the lead—rooms are bright, open, and connected to the outdoors. At the center is a sculptural staircase that links all four floors. South-facing living areas open through full-height sliding glass onto a small garden terrace—blurring the line between inside and out.

Materials are simple and warm—natural tones, soft textures, solid wood. Everything is understated but deliberate, especially in the atelier, where the space feels grounded and made for focused work. This is a house designed to support both creativity and slow living. Tucked away on a quiet street but just steps from Tapada da Ajuda and the Monsanto forest, the location offers a rare kind of city living—close to nature, close to culture, and only a short drive from the city center.

Ajuda is one of Lisbon’s most authentic neighborhoods, with a character of its own: slower, sunnier, and a little more spacious. River views, daily markets, independent cafés, and easy access to both Lisbon’s center and the coast toward Estoril and Cascais make it a unique place to live. Here, you can spend mornings walking in Monsanto, afternoons at MAAT or the Centro Cultural de Belém, and end the day back on your own terrace, surrounded by the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.

You’ll also find top international schools nearby, including the new Redbridge campus in Ajuda and The Lisboan in Alcântara—making this an ideal spot for families, creatives, and anyone looking for a quieter kind of city life.