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Apartment |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

District 1 in Budapest

From £210 per week |  From £35 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

8 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Balcony/terrace, car not necessary, no pets allowed

About the home

This centrally located TWO BEDROOM courtyard apartment is ideal for couples, friends and families alike. With all the facilities you might require from hair dryer to a washer dryer. Although advertised for 2-4 people, it can accommodate up to 6 (comfortable double sofa bed) , so room enough for a family.
It comes with WIFI INTERNET and cable television with international channels to help you unwind after a long days sightseeing or plan the next.
The fitted kitchen is reached a few steps up from the sitting and dining area enabling you to self cater at what ever level suits you, be it fresh rolls for breakfast or spit roasting a chicken.
Throughout the apartment you will find plenty of storage space for your luggage and belongings.
Just five minutes walk along the Danube and next to the Metro, bus and tram, there is a Spar supermarket with café facilities and cash point making it a perfect and charming base from which to explore Budapest. In addition, there are at least eight restaurants within 100 metres, from cordon bleu to authentic Hungarian and Korean cuisine.
The city divided by the Danube into Buda and Pest can be easily explored on foot or just take a tram or metro to anywhere in the city. For the cost of about £12, a weekly ticket allows you to use all forms of public transport. Tram 6 is a great circular route to see the city through the eyes of the locals, with no better way to soak in the atmosphere and see some of the many fascinating sites. The weekly ticket allows you to just hop on and off whether to visit an attraction or just while some time away watching the world go by over a coffee and a pastry or an ice cold beer.
Up behind the apartment, you will find the famous Castle District and Matthias Church along with some spectacular views from the Fisherman's Bastion. Some pleasant restaurants and cafes provide refreshments and on a hot day the cool underground “Labyrinth” is worth a visit.
One thing not to be missed whilst here are the world famous thermal baths, from the classical architecture of the Gellert Baths to the Original Rudas Turkish Bath (circa 1566) just ten minutes from the apartment, these subterranean waters packed full of beneficial minerals are a lot more than just a hot soak. Follow this up with a massage for around £10 and you will be so relaxed that an evening meal in the Paris Garden restaurant below the apartment will be all that you need to round off the day.
In addition to many pretty sites including the colourful market and outstanding parliament buildings, Budapest is also full of cool parks and Margit Island situated in the middle of the Danube, provides a green haven to stroll or cycle through.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The apartment is maintained to a very high standard, with a fully tiled bathroom and shower area, the bespoke kitchen with its spiral staircase is both attractive and practical separating kitchen from the lounge area. The kitchen is fully equipped with every thing from stainless steel saucepans to champagne glasses, in fact if you feel something is missing we will supply it the next day.
The veranda overlooking the courtyard provides an outside space for a coffee whilst relaxing or deciding on which part of Budapest to explore next.
In the cooler months underfloor heating makes the apartment a cosy spot to return to.

Further details outdoors:
The courtyard balcony provides a quiet spot to contemplate the days activities over a coffee or a glass (or two) of great Hungarian wine.

Further details

After meeting you on arrival, you will find local maps, together with a few more hints and tips we have collected over the years, places to go, sites to see.
We live about 25 km outside of Budapest and are always available for any queries you might have. Over the years we have helped with flights, taxi booking, dental and medical treatments.
If you would like a few days in the countryside we also have a small apartment up in the hills outside of Budapest.
Smoker are welcome, we just ask you to smoke on the veranda rather than inside.

From the five years of renting to date, the guestbook is full of good feedback, it is our aim that you have a thoroughly enjoyable time here. The apartment, its location and quality together with the comprehensive information we supply will hopefully ensure this. Please let us know if there is anything that you think is missing (kitchen item?) or anything we could add or include to improve it.

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Lounge area

 

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Bedroom one

The Central Hungary/Danube region

Sitting right in the centre of Europe for over 1000 years, Hungary has been influenced by many diverse cultures, absorbing the richness of the Turks, the architecture of the Habsburgs as well as the 50 years within the Russian influence in addition to its own extensive traditions.
For an alternative day out, 30 miles North-west of Budapest there is the ancient City of Esztergom, with its magnificent Basilica standing proudly by the Danube and overlooking the Slovakian town of Sturovo. A 5 minute stroll over the Maria Valeria Bridge re-opened in 2001 after its destruction in 1945 takes you into yet another country and with more sites and sounds (and cheap shopping!).
After an exploration of the sites, you can retire to the newly opened thermal complex that has everything from pools and water slides to Turkish baths and a full range of therapies and beauty treatments. For kids as well as adults there is a super little museum all about the River Danube, its management and resources.
In fact with all this to do and see you might wish to stay for a night in our apartment just 10 miles outside of this historic city up in the cool hills of the Pilis (pronounced pillish) mountain range. This ecologically unique area is home to many species of birds and is rich in the natural flora of its limestone habitat. With gorge walks and caving, horse riding or just taking a stroll to one of the several to natural springs enjoying the some of the fresh mountain air, before returning to the buzz of Budapest.
For another view of another part of Hnngary, try this link: http://www.independent.co.uk/travel/europe/hungary-central-europes-family-favourite-2367149.html

The Budapest / District 1 area

District I or the Castle District as it is known, is an historic and very popular part of a beautiful city. Literally up behind the apartment is the Castle area, from where you can see right across the Danube to the city beyond. Sites worth visiting include the Matthias Church, the Fisher Bastion, the underground hospital, military museum amongst many other venues. I would also suggest the Cafe Ruszwurm Cafe for cake and coffee which you will have earned by walking up in the first place:-)
Come down on the funicular railway for another view across the Chain Bridge (Lanchid).
Another aspect of Budapest and Hungary not to be missed are the thermal waters that spill out from the ground at 60-70C. Both the Romans and the Turks took full advantage of them, so for a little luxury try the spa at the Racz Hotel or the original 1568 Turkish bath called the Rudas, where you can enjoy this tastefully restored bath, sauna and steam rooms as it as it once was - Both are about 5 minutes by tram - Afterwards stroll across the Szabodsag Bridge to the Great Market Hall or stop at the Gellert Hotel for yet more cakes............

Links:
http://budapestblog.luxuryhotelsbudapest.com/cafe-ruszwurm-ruszwurm-cukraszda-the-old-style-confectioners-in-budapest/

http://raczhotel.com/

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g274887-d276802-Reviews-Museum_of_Military_History_Hadtorteneti_Muzeum-Budapest.html

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g274887-d2169533-Reviews-Hospital_In_The_Rock-Budapest.html

Medical Tourism:
It is worth mentioning even if you had not considered it, that dentistry, beauty therapy and medical procedures are all available at much reduced prices compared to other private options. Dentistry has had a good reputation for years, with the Austrians, Swiss and Germans taking full advantage of it.
Beauty therapy includes permanent hair removal to just plain pampering, and although medical treatments are never something to be taken lightly, with some operations at around half the UK prices there are benefits to be had over and above a holiday.
Whilst we cannot recommend a specific dentist etc, if you wish to discuss some of these options we can certainly help bridge the confidence gap and assist you during your stay…

In addition to the sites mentioned, don't miss out on a river trip. Whether it is using the river taxis from Batthany Square (next to the Metro) or longer excursions up river to the pretty town of Szentendre with its artists and old charm or the hilltop castle of Visegrád, home to Hungary's mightiest medieval kings.
What Hungary lacks as a coastal beach, it more than makes up for it with its outdoor pool complexes, where you can find upwards of 5 pools, often including a thermal baths slides and wave machines together with cafés, bars for assorted snacks and meals.

An all day ticket is seldom more than a few pounds and they are large enough to ensure a quiet spot for a little sun worshiping, reading, resting or exhausting the kids.
Margit Island is a good place to start boasting two complexes in the middle of the Danube.

In the winter the Szechenyi baths has a thermally heated outdoor swimming pool, and just across the park is the newly renovated and beautiful Hero's Square Ice rink. Worth hiring some skates to experience it along with many locals, or just watch everyone else with a glass of mulled wine.

http://www.szechenyibath.com/

http://www.budapestinfo.org/icerink.html

How to get there

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Budapest airport is served by BA (0844 493 0787 ; ba.com) from Heathrow, and by a Malev (0844 482 2360; malev.com) code-share flight from Gatwick and Manchester. Wizzair (0906 959 0002; wizzair.com) and easyJet (0843 104 5000; easyJet.com) fly from Luton, and Jet2 (0871 226 1737; jet2.com) from Edinburgh and Manchester.
You can get a taxi from the airport for approximately £15, or take the Airport Minibus for a fixed fee of about £8/person. You can also travel by public transport very cheaply (about £2.50!).

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16 Dec 2011

“Great location, comfortable and quiet” We had a great stay in December, Mark the owner was more than helpful, he gave us many tips and was most welcoming to this lovely little apartment. The location was fantastic just into Buda and the Castle district but very close to the CHainbridge so easy walking access into Pest.. where all the touristy stuff is. We enjoyed staying in Buda, up the castle there is the magnificent church of St Matthius where classical concerts take place.. also some wonderful restaurants..and great Hungarian food. The baths were a short tram ride away, there was a wine store really close to the house, where the staff were very obliging and introduced us to some great Hungarian wines. Their English is very good indeed. All in all, this is a great apartment with a very interested and kind host who was most helpful about all things Hungarian. oh and if you really need to plug in... there was cable TV too!!

05 Nov 2011

“A truly lovely apartment - could not be more central, just two mins to the Danube and 10mins to the” We have just come back from our first visit to Budapest and it was a real pleasure to stay in Mark's apartment. It is exactly as described on the web-site with everything you could need for a lovely stay in such a beautiful City. Mark was so helpful, giving us advice on where to take our 14 year son for his Birthday, Palace of Wonders and the Roman ruins, both are well worth a visit. I have told everybody about his apartment, as I would heartly recommend it to anybody considering visiting Budapest.

24 Oct 2011

“Another fabulous stay!” I have stayed here many times over the past few years. Mark, the owner has always been helpful and so accomodating. The location is great with a metro and supermarket near by and castle hill a short walk. The flat is homey and has everything you need (including washer/dryer!!) for a comfortable stay.

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08 Oct 2011

“Sleeps six, you've got to be kidding!” We stayed in this tiny apartment which we were told would easily and comfortably sleeep (and dine, cook for etc) six adults. We stayed with our four reasonably sized children. One bedroom had a... more

27 Sep 2011

“Wonderful place in a wonderful city” This apartment is perfect for a getaway to Budapest - ideally located, well appointed, quiet, cosy and incredibly reasonable for the price. Mark the owner was friendly and helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Couple of good restaurants just down the road - the fish one (unpronounceable name) does a wonderful venison stew and some great looking fish stews and soups and also the nearby Kiraly baths was a great way to relax at a stones throw. I'll definitely be returning to Budapest and staying in this apartment and will be telling friends and family to do the same.

20 Sep 2011

“Modern, clean, well equipped apartment in excellent central location.” The apartment is located on the first floor of the building. It looks out over the courtyard. It was very quiet and relaxing. It is very well equipped with clean modern appliances. It is located very centrally right below the Castle area. So there is plenty within walking distance to see and do. On one day we bought a 24 hour travel card and travelled all around the city to see things a bit further afield. There are some nice restaurants down by the Danube just a few hundred meters away and a big Spar supermarket 500m away. Mark (the English owner) and Kati (his Hungarian wife) were very friendly and helpful both providing information before we arrived and whilst we were there.

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25 Aug 2011

“The perfect Place to Stay in Budapest at a discount Price” Excellent property and excellent owner. Mark was there when we arrived and available by phone if we needed him at any time (Which we didn't). The apartment is located right under the Buda castle and is within easy walking distance to the castle, or the famous Chain Bridge (250 meters). We really enjoyed talking to Mark and seeing Budapest. Parking can be an issue if you are driving there, but it was easily taken care of. A large store/market is about 500 meters away as well as several very good restaurants. The apartment was delightful. It had two rooms for my wife and I and and our two kids, there is also a pull out couch which could possibly sleep two more. The Bathroom facilities were great and Marks wife has done a wonderful job of decorating and establishing it. It is very quiet and relaxing. It has wired internet (bonus) and the neighbors downstairs were great. I highly recommend this apartment for anyone going to Budapest for more than a couple of days. A+++++ Thanks Mark.

07 Aug 2011

“A perfect apartment in a perfect location” We (2 adults and 2 teenage daughters) spent 3 nights at this lovely apartment at end of July. It is well equipped and ideally located close to the Chain Bridge and the castle district. It is on a... more

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Guestbook for Fisherman's Apartment

"Hi Mark,
Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our trip to Budapest. The apartment was very comfortable and in an excellent location. We recommended the apartment to my uncle and I hear they have booked to come in a couple of weeks time.
All your advice came in very handy! You'll be pleased to know that Granny's Pancakes now has an English menu - we were frequent visitors there!
Thanks again!" -Caroline and family April 2011
-A great location and super apartment, we explored just about all of Budapest in the two weeks. Thanks for all your help and tips - the Challenge Park was excellent with Pat managing the Brown route!! For anyone else coming, Fishermans really is good value and we enjoyed many little restaurants with what we saved.
-David and Pat Aug 10 UK

-We travel to Budapest at least once a year and from all the apartments we have rented, this one was the best. Absolutely lovely and comfortable, excellent location and value for money. Without a doubt, we will be back! -Ana and family Oct 09 UK

- "We enjoyed every minute in your charming flat. It is just perfect place to stay and fantastic location. We travel and walked lots of hours, but coming back to the flat was a real pleasure, like coming home." - Noa and Shaul, Israel

- "Enjoyed the warm, well equipped flat. Very convenient location. Thanks for the tips on where to go & spending time with us on our arrival." - Eileen and Louise, England

- "We had a great time made all the more enjoyable by the apartment and your hospitality" - Helen and Mark, Berkshire

- "So much to see, and amazingly good prices for a European capital. Lovely spot great atmosphere" - Paul and Heidi, West Sussex

(we have included this emailed comment in it's entirety as it says a little more about where to go etc)
- "Thank you from all of us, the information you provided us with during our stay was very helpful and the information brochures in the apartment were also very useful.
We were delighted with excellent standard of the apartment, it was roomy, fully equipped with all self catering needs for a stay, it was cosy and warm at night with the under floor heating, constant warm water, an excellent shower room and most importantly very safe and secure due to the location.
We took your advice and bought a seven day ticket for the Budapest transport system, which allowed us to use buses trams and the metro letting us travel unlimited throughout the city,excellent value at approx £10 for the week. The transport system in Budapest is excellent,the metro and the trams come along almost every 5 to 10 mins.
A couple of nights we were over in Pest eating out and instead of getting a taxi home we would sit in a coffee bar chatting to locals until the metro opened at 4.30am. The whole of the city seems to come alive again at approx 4am.
Although we stayed out into wee small hours the local people are very friendly and at no time did we witness any crime or feel threatened in any way.
The location of the flat was ideal for visiting the castle district's many tourist attractions and and would especially recommend a visit to the war museum. The close proximity to the metro station and trams also made it very easy to travel about both Buda and Pest.
Between us we managed to visit Heroes Square, the spa you told us about, the national football stadium, the house of terror, the Jewish Quarter, the puppet theatre, fashion street for some shopping and a number of excellent restaurants throughout the city.
We also managed a day trip to Vienna by train from Budapest and we were very impressed with the travel comfort on the train it only took 3 hours to get there.
The answer to what attracted us to your apartment was the excellent marketing information on the web site, the location was probably the main thing and I can confirm to other prospective tourists that the information advertised is accurate. Obviously cost is important as well and we were delighted with the excellent accommodation provided for a very reasonable rent.
Anyway Mark, thank you again for all you help and advice not only in the week we were there but also the information you e.mailed to us prior to arriving.
I certainly intend coming back to Budapest as there is still a lot we never managed to see and I will be in touch to to hire the Fisherman's apartment again.
I have also told a number of friends and work colleagues about my enjoyable holiday and I have told them about the quality and value of your apartment. So hopefully you may get some interest from this source." - Alexander, England

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Xmas	17 Dec 11	2 Jan 12	300£ 300	5050	5050	3 Nights
Spring Special	2 Jan 12	11 Feb 12	210£ 210	3535	3535	3 Nights
Spring	11 Feb 12	31 Mar 12	240£ 240	4040	4040	3 Nights
April-July	31 Mar 12	2 Jul 12	270£ 270	4545	4545	3 Nights
July-September	2 Jul 12	1 Oct 12	300£ 300	5050	5050	3 Nights
October - December	1 Oct 12	23 Dec 12	270£ 270	4545	4545	3 Nights

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Xmas	17 Dec 11	2 Jan 12	300£ 300	5050	5050	3 Nights
Spring Special	2 Jan 12	11 Feb 12	240£ 240	4040	4040	3 Nights
Spring	11 Feb 12	31 Mar 12	270£ 270	4545	4545	3 Nights
April-July	31 Mar 12	2 Jul 12	300£ 300	5050	5050	3 Nights
July-September	2 Jul 12	1 Oct 12	360£ 360	6060	6060	3 Nights
October - December	1 Oct 12	23 Dec 12	300£ 300	5050	5050	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

These are all inclusive price and includes bedding, towels, cleaning, heating etc.

Payment is to a UK account, PayPal or Google Checkout with a £50 deposit per week on booking - this is non-refundable, but can be moved to an alternative date depending on availability.

Full payment is required six weeks prior to travel if made by bank transfer, PayPal etc, or on arrival.

Daily rates are from £35 per night.

No additional charge for children of 6 and under.

If you wish to book for more than a week, we are happy to discuss a discount on these rates.

For groups over 4, there is an additional charge of £5 per person per night.

Availability

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4 years listed You are contacting Mark Searle Landline n/a Mobile +36 20 9947546 Payment accepted PayPal accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in Hungary and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This apartment has received 8 reviews from previous guests.