8 Apartments With Cool Outdoor Spaces
Make the most of the great outdoors at these Blueground homes with amazing balconies, gardens, and rooftop lounges
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4 Min ReadSummer is right around the corner, and we’re stocking up on sunscreen and cocktail mixers in anticipation. Many of Blueground’s fully furnished apartments around the world have outdoor spaces like balconies, courtyards, gardens, and rooftop lounges.
When you rent a flexible-term apartment from Blueground we take care of all the pesky little details so that you can focus on living. All of our comfortable furnished homes come with luxury linens, well-stocked kitchens, and high-tech extras like Smart TVs and Bluetooth speakers.
Here are eight Blueground homes with unique outdoor spaces you can enjoy this summer and all year round.
Barcelona
This lovely two-bedroom apartment in Villa de Gràcia, one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods, has gorgeous views and a beautiful kitchen. There’s also an amazing private terrace where you can sip cava and watch the sun set.
Spend the weekend exploring Villa de Gràcia, where you can tag yourself in front of Catalan Modernist buildings designed by famed architect Antoni Gaudí. Casa Vicens and the estate at the Parc Güell are within easy walking distance of this hip pad. There are also plenty of boutiques and taps bars in the neighborhood.
Berlin
What could be cooler than this two-bedroom home in Mitte, one of Berlin’s most popular neighborhoods? In addition to lovely furniture and the convenience of in-unit laundry, you can while the weekend away on the balcony.
Located in the heart of the city, Mitte puts some of Berlin’s top attractions an easy walk from your new home. Head to the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and Museum Island, where you can experience many of Berlin’s cultural highlights. There’s also Hackescher Markt, a labyrinthine outdoor market with cafes, restaurants, and shops.
Chicago
The Windy City is famously scorching in summer, but we’ve got you covered. This incredible one-bedroom apartment in Chicago’s tony Gold Coast neighborhood has a spacious living room and a dedicated office. There’s also a funky community room complete with a pool table in the building, and an incredible rooftop lounge with views for days.
Order in from one of the Michelin-starred restaurants nearby and take in the Chicago skyline while you enjoy high-end cuisine from the comfort of home. The Gold Coast neighborhood is also great for shopping, with high-end boutiques on Oak and Rush Streets and easy access to the rest of the Windy City’s retail scene via the nearby L stop.
Lisbon
Lisbon’s dynamic Avenidas Novas neighborhood is the setting for this sumptuous three-bedroom apartment. In addition to a full kitchen and airy living room, there’s a private balcony with a gorgeous view.
The surrounding neighborhood is ideal for newcomers to Lisbon. The El Corte Ingles shopping mall is just a short distance away. Other Avenidas Novas highlights include the Museu Calouste Gulbenkian art museum and the spacious Parque Eduardo VII, which has scenic lookout and a beautifully laid out botanical garden.
London
Live like a royal in this beautiful one-bedroom flat in London’s tony Kensington neighborhood. In addition to a cozy living room, bedroom, and kitchen you can enjoy a pocket-sized private balcony where you can look out over the cityscape.
London’s Kensington neighborhood is well heeled and well located, with Kensington Gardens just a short walk from home. There’s also the wonderful Victoria & Albert Museum, where you can see costumes, furniture, and curios collected by the royal duo, and the Natural History Museum, a family-friendly showplace for scientific innovations and plant and animal specimens from around the world.
Miami
You will feel right at home in the Magic City in this stunning one-bedroom apartment in Miami’s Doral neighborhood that features two outdoor spaces. There’s a full kitchen with an island, a sumptuous living room, and even a pocket balcony off the bedroom. Guests also have access to a beautiful outdoor pool set within a palm-lined courtyard.
Doral is fast becoming one of Miami’s most desirable areas, with an increasing number of high-end restaurants and swanky hotels. Other highlights include the upscale CityPlace Doral shopping mall and is 82-acre Doral Central Park, which has its own lake surrounded by athletic fields and picnic areas.
Seattle
This luxe Belltown studio apartment is the perfect Queen City pad, thanks to its open layout, spacious kitchen, and in-unit washer and dryer. There’s also a rooftop lounge with on outdoor kitchen and incredible views of Puget Sound and the Seattle skyline.
Belltown is one of Seattle’s coolest neighborhoods, with almost every major attraction within walking distance. Head to Pike Place Market to scope out the crowds and shop for fresh seafood or delectable baked goods. You can also explore the Olympic Sculpture Park, one of the highlights of Seattle’s art scene.
Paris
Find your home away from home in this beautiful one-bedroom apartment in the 16th arrondissement. In addition to high-end furnishings, a bathtub, and in-unit laundry, you can sit on your own private terrace sipping a lovely Côtes du Rhône.
This lovely home is located in Trocadéro, an upscale neighborhood that is home to many foreign embassies. Nearby attractions include the Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine and the Palais de Tokyo. You can also hop on a local bus to get lost in the vast Bois de Boulogne park.
We hope this collection of gorgeous furnished apartments with unique outdoor spaces has inspired you to spend some time in the sun!
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