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Seeking Safe Manhattan Studio/Flat for GIA Student (Flexible June–Nov 2026)

Sintra, Lisbon, Portugal
Preferred Destination: New York, New York, United States

House
Available Dates:
From June 10, 2026 until November 20, 2026

Description

What We Are Seeking in Manhattan: - Goal: Clean, safe, secure studio or 1-bedroom flat on Manhattan island for our daughter. - Purpose: She is a quiet, mature, non-smoking student attending the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).The Campus: Located at 50 W 47th Street in Midtown Manhattan’s Diamond District. - Priority: A safe residential building with a straightforward, reliable subway commute to Midtown.Target Neighborhoods: Open to Midtown, Upper West/East Side, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, or any area with direct subway lines to 47th St. - Timeline & Logistic Flexibility: Daughter's Flight: Her flight to New York is officially booked for June 24th. - Sintra Availability: Our Sintra cottage is completely ready and available for you from June 10th onwards. - Target Duration: A 5-month stay lasting until late November. - Exit Flexibility: We are highly flexible on the final move-out dates to comfortably accommodate your travel or flight itineraries. - Who We Are & The Exchange: Trustworthy Guests: We treat every home with utmost respect, strictly adhering to building Co-op/Condo rules and safety protocols. What You Get: Reciprocal, exclusive access to our peaceful 3-BR detached cottage with a private swimming pool inside a protected UNESCO garden in São Pedro de Sintra. - Next Steps: Happy to provide references and jump on a WhatsApp or Zoom video call to introduce ourselves and share a virtual tour!

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
164 m2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From June 10, 2026 until November 20, 2026

Minimum Stay

5 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Cottage Perks: Private parking & absolute privacy (no shared city walls). Open lounge offers a sunlit home workspace with courtyard flow. Zero upkeep with landlord-covered pool/garden care. Ideal beach & Lisbon rail balance

Location

House in Sintra, Lisbon, Portugal

Closest University

Iscte-Sintra

Nearby Universities
Catholic University of Portugal | University of Lisbon | Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon | Nova School of Business and Economics
Neighborhood

São Pedro de Sintra

Nearby Cities

Sintra

Comments: UNESCO Sintra oasis: Historic 3BR cottage with pool on Caminho da Boa Vista. Steps to misty trails & palaces; quick drive to beaches. Ideal remote base, 10 mins to TASIS/CAISL & Iscte-Sintra. Perfect 5-mo Manhattan escape

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Terms & Care: $1,500 deposit; open from June 10 with flexible exit. Free pool/garden care. Pets OK upon approval. No smoking inside.Bills: Landlord pays utilities up to €150/mo; swapper pays excess & wood for 3 fireplaces.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: High-Speed Connectivity: Equipped with fast, reliable Wi-Fi, making the bright open-plan lounge or courtyard an ideal remote workspace for seamless video calls

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Premium Kitchen: Fully equipped with main appliances (oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer).En-Suite Comfort: Includes 2 private en-suite bedrooms + 1 extra bedroom for maximum guest privacy.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
1
1 Adult

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

New York, New York, United States

Closest University

New York University

Comments: Swap for daughter attending GIA (Midtown). Seeking a safe Manhattan studio/flat with a direct subway commute. Flexible June–Nov dates to match flights or terms. Respectful property care; happy to hop on a video call to discuss.

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
1


Bathrooms
1


Offices
0


Size
28 m2

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

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Trust Score (7)
Individual Outside of Academia

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