QUINTA DE SÃO SEBASTIÃO FULL DESCRIPTION:

The Sintra mountain range is without  doubt, an area of  outstanding natural beauty and historic interest, offering much to explore and enjoy, whilst the town has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts some excellent attractions such as enchanting palaces, castles and gardens open to the public, the Museum of Modern Art and the Toy Museum.  Other suggestions are a romantic carriage ride through the town, a tram ride to Praia das Maças (a charming seaside village nearby), sightseeing in Lisbon (trains into the center take about 45 minutes), playing roulette at Estoril Casino or shopping/dining in nearby Cascais. There are also excellent golf, tennis and riding facilities nearby and several Atlantic beaches within a short driving distance.

Situated amidst the serene and lush scenery of Sintra, the 18th century Quinta de São Sebastião offers three of its estate cottages for self-catering rental, each with 2 bedrooms, and all benefiting from views over surrounding hills and neighbouring palaces: “Cozinha Velha” has been converted from the old palace kitchen and is attached to the main estate building; “Casa do Jardim” is detached with a small garden; and “Casa da Mata” which is also detached, is located in a sunny disposition bordering a wood. The cottages retain many original features and are furnished with a mix of antiques and modern pieces, are charming but practical for holiday use. 

The grounds of the estate include a child’s swing, gardens to walk in, parking (although a car is not necessary) and a large swimming pool (approx 18 x 8 meters) which is shared between cottages clients and the owners when in residence.

"COZINHA VELHA"
ACCOMMODATION – 4 PEOPLE

Open plan sitting room (w/ TV - Portuguese channels only and DVD player) and kitchen (gas hob, fridge, washing machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and juice maker). Master bedroom suite with king size bed and  shower room. Twin bedroom. Spacious Bathroom.

Private terrace with garden furniture and barbeque. Distance to swimming pool, about 300 meters.

“CASA DO JARDIM”
ACCOMMODATION – 4/5 PEOPLE

Ground Floor - Small hallway, sitting room with fireplace, sofa bed  and doors to garden, dining room with fireplace, office/reading room (w/ TV – Portuguese channels only & DVD player) and small kitchen (gas hob & oven, fridge freezer, washing machine, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and juice maker).

First Floor – Two twin bedrooms sharing a bathroom.

Small terraced garden with garden furniture and barbeque. Distance to pool, about 300 metres.

NB. There are some steep drops from this garden, so the cottage is not suited for young children.

“CASA DA MATA”
ACCOMMODATION – 4 PEOPLE

Staircase entrance to hallway. Double bedroom with en suite dressing room and shower bathroom with door to exterior. Open plan dining room and kitchen (gas oven/hob, fridge freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and juice maker). Spacious sitting room Twin/double bedroom with en suite shower room,. This room also opens onto a decked terrace, giving access to garden. A washing machine is kept at the rear of the property.

Spacious private outdoor areas with barbeque, garden furniture and parking space.   Distance to swimming pool, about 500 meters

STAFF

Maid Service, 2 hours x  6 days week. Yoga classes and masseur on request. Baby sitting on request.

DISTANCES

Sintra (center of the village), 5 minutes walk; Estoril Casino & Tennis at 10 kms; Cascais at 10 kms; Nearest Beach at 15 kms; Lisbon at 20 kms.

THINGS TO DO

• Ride a horse carriage through Sintra and enjoy the stunning scenery!
• Portugal’s national song  is mournful and sad and accompanied by guitars  but quite an experience!  We are happy to recommend a number of restaurants (in Lisbon) if you wish to listen to some “Fado"
• truly unique way to explore Lisbon´s more traditional quarters is from a tram  - “Tram 28” runs between Cemitério dos Prazeres (Pleasure Cemetery!) and Graça (one of Lisbon’s oldest quarters) going downhill past the Basílica da Estrela to Praça do Camões, Chiado and the Baixa (central shopping  areas); and then up again past the Igreja de Santo António       (Lisbon’s patron saint) and the Sé Catedral (Lisbon’s cathedral), passing near the  Castelo de São Jorge and many narrow and winding roads all the way to its destination.  Alternatively, the recently renovated red  “Colinas de Lisboa” Tourist Tramcar, has a  recorded commentary (in several languages) and operates every day throughout the year. Round trips start at Praça do Comercio and last approximately 1 ½ hours

OTHER FACTS

Flexible change over days (1 week minimum rental period June to September inclusive/shorter stays on request during Low Season). Check-in  after 16:00 hours/check-out  before 10:00 hours. Welcome Food Hamper included. Household linen supplied but NOT pool towels/changed twice a week. Baby cot (w/linen) and high chair on request. TV  (Portuguese Channels only), DVD player and a small selection of DVDs available for client’s use. There is no telephone at this property. Outdoor barbeque available. Central heating  included in winter months.

RENTAL  PRICES (IN EUROS) 2009/2010

June, July, August, September  - €1,250 per week
All other periods - €1,000 per week

• Short stays on request between October & May!

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