Pedro Magalhães started working in short-term tourist accommodation more than 20 years ago. “It started as a bit of a hobby and then it grew.” Today he has more than 20 houses on the market, although he continues to do everything in a very familiar way, close to his clients.
So much so that his own house in Cascais has an outdoor area to share with guests. There are four houses on the same property - Pedro's and three studio-style dwellings available to rent on Airbnb. The one that stands out the most is this GardenHouse, which has a larger private terrace and lots of surrounding greenery. “Each house is on a different level, which gives you a lot of privacy,” Pedro explains.
Designed for couples, the GardenHouse has one bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette and a stylish bathroom. Pedro designed the interior himself.
All these dwellings share the swimming pool and sauna. Only guests are allowed to invite friends from outside, for reasons of capacity and privacy. “We have guests of all ages, including many Americans. It's right in the city centre, so you don't need a car - or even a bike! - to go for a walk.”