In one of the most emblematic and identity-laden streets in the city of Porto, you will find this extraordinary classic townhouse, where history and elegance coexist in perfect harmony. A house with soul, marked by the timeless charm of period architecture and the rare sensitivity with which it was carefully renovated around two years ago.Throughout the generations, this house has preserved its distinctive character and historical importance and is part of a vast documentary and archive study carried out by the current owner, thus perpetuating the memory of the house itself and its location. A true living testimony to the essence of Porto.The renovation was carried out with deep respect for the original elements, keeping the authenticity of the building intact while introducing all the comforts and demands of contemporary life. The original woods were meticulously recovered and treated, the ceilings carefully replicated, and the finishes chosen reveal a rare balance between heritage and modern comfort. The completely new bathrooms have a contemporary and functional aesthetic, taking the living experience to the next level.The distribution of spaces has been designed to provide fluidity, comfort, and versatility. The villa has several dressing rooms and storage areas, offering practical solutions without compromising the elegance of the interiors.The absolutely charming and private outdoor garden establishes a natural connection between the different areas of the house. It can be accessed either from the kitchen or dining room or from the ground floor, creating a perfect dynamic for socializing, al fresco dining or simply enjoying the tranquillity of downtown. The two stone balconies facing towards-the-garden add even more character and romance to-the-property-making every view a real postcard.The lower floor reveals enormous potential for use. With independent access, it could easily be converted into a comfortable one-bedroom apartment ideal for receiving guests; creating a private area or even exploring an investment aspect. Alternatively, it could be fully integrated into-the-villa functioning as-a-magnificent leisure-and-social-area already equipped with-a-kitchen-and-direct-connection-to-the-garden.The middle floor has two bedrooms one-of-which is en-suite as well as-the-dining-room-with-access-to-the-garden-and-a-large-bright-kitchen.On-the-top-floor is-one-of-the-house's-most-special-spaces-an-elegant-west-facing-living-room-flooded-with-natural-light-at-the-end-of-the-day.The wood-burning stove adds comfort-and-a-cozy-atmosphere while-the-small-glamorous-tea-preparation-area-adds-an-intimate-and-sophisticated-touch-perfect-for-moments-of-pause-and-contemplation.More than-a-villa this-is-a-house-where-every-detail-tells-a-story-and-where-the-past-has-been-preserved-to-continue-living-in-the-present.CHARACTERISTICS:Plot Area: 230 square meters | 2 476 square feetDeployment Area: 130 square meters | 1 399 square feetBuilding Area: 390 square meters | 4 198 square feetBedrooms: fiveBathrooms: fiveEnergy efficiency: CFEATURES:Gas central heating;Air conditioning on_the_top_floor.