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Old Cottage at the Atlantic coast near Sintra and Lisbon

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Property grounds
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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São João das Lampas, Sintra
  • Popular LocationSintra National Palace13 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuinta da Regaleira14 min drive
  • Popular LocationPena Palace20 min drive
  • AirportLisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)42 min drive

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About the area

Sintra

Seaside stay .Your stay at this São João das Lampas farm stay places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Air Museum and Parques de Sintra. Modern Art Museum of Sintra and Olga Cadaval Cultural Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sintra National Palace - 13 min drive
  • Quinta da Regaleira - 14 min drive
  • Pena Palace - 20 min drive
  • Magoito Beach - 23 min drive
  • Adraga Beach - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Sintra Tram Stop - 9 min drive
  • Algueirão-Mem Martins Station - 12 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rui dos Pregos - Odrinhas - 4 min drive
  • O Cortador - 2 min drive
  • Don Pedro Guedes I - 12 min walk
  • A Vaca Argentina - 5 min drive
  • O Magoito - 5 min drive

About this property

Old Cottage at the Atlantic coast near Sintra and Lisbon

Casa das Figueiras...

is a restored 18th century farmers cottage and is located within Cascais-Sintra Natural Reserve Park. Its original features have been preserved. A stay in the house enables you to feel and live the simple life of the last 200 years with some comforts of our times.

The surrounding fields may have grazing sheep and and goats.

The bedrooms are simple and comfortable. The second bedroom is quite low as it was in former times. The bathroom is in marble from the region.

You will also be able to use the garden around the house with pines, fig trees, palm, fruit and other kinds of trees, bushes and herbs and relax under the grape vine with view to the little village of São João das Lampas and the sea at the end of the valley leading to praia da Samarra, a little beach used as harbour by the romans. It can be reached by car or a hike.

The old still full functioning stone oven with the big fireplace, was also formerly used by the local community to bake the weekly bread.

In a perimeter of 40Km there are so many things to see and do that it is impossible to name them all. You may go for a day sailing trip along the Estoril coast, hike by the sea or the mountains, visit Sintra and Lisbon or simply relax in the garden or at the fireplace.

This house is especially suited for the ones who love the countryside and the seaside and who enjoy the simple life in an authentic old Portuguese cottage near to Lisbon and Sintra.

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WHEN BOOKING PLEASE READ!
- The cottage has 1 double bed (2adults) and a bedroom with a queen sized bed which fits 1 adult OR up to 2 small children!
- ALWAYS send me a valid mobile number, preferable with WhatsApp as it makes communication easier before and during your stay.
- The cottage is in the middle of the countryside and may have sheep and goats grazing in its vicinity.
- As everywhere in the countryside, food crumbles and open litter in the house may attract ants and country mice despite regular pest controls.
- The cottage has also harmless geckos which are an active insect control. You may be lucky to see some.
- When booking a flight please note that check-in AFTER 8pm may incur in to an extra cost of 10€ for the housekeeper who doesn't live nearby. Should other arrival times not be possible, please check with me first.
- Please let me know your expected time of arrival at the airport AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Rent a car procedures may take up to an hour.
- As soon as you have the car send me a message when leaving the airport. Should you have any delay please send a message!
- There is no washing machine in the house, but there are several laundromats nearby.
- Please make sure I send you the Googlemaps link to the house. Should you have any questions please let me know!

This is just a piece of advice to make your holiday preparation and stay smoother and enjoyable. Good communication is absolutely necessary.
Thank you! :)

Property manager

M Wallenstein

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: internet access

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Old Cottage at the Atlantic coast near Sintra and Lisbon Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 67 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa T., Corona del Mar, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic charm
Marco gave us the warmest and most informative welcome. Such an interesting ancient home, a good place to step back in time and relax. We also enjoyed having a garden to ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Terri J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This property does not match the listing
While the owner of this property is very helpful and responsive, the property itself is in drastic need of maintenance. In its VRBO photos, the farmhouse appears to be in an open, sunny field. It is not. Based on the full-grown trees and shrubs that currently block the view, the photos in the listing are at least 10 years old. 1) It leaks when it rains. These are large puddles, not drips. The wood around the skylights is rotted and discolored from previous leaks. In several places, plaster was falling from the ceiling. 2) The main entryway is via a patio of large uneven paving stones. There is no outside light. We arrived in the dark and left in the dark, and it was extremely hard to avoid tripping. 3) There is a semicircular cut-out in the kitchen floor to allow the door to open. This unexpected drop in the floor is not marked in any way. We all tripped, and one of us was badly injured. 4) The second bedroom loft roof is so low that there is only a few square feet where you can stand upright. The railing is just a few pieces of thin wood. If this house is rented to families with children, a deadly fall could result. 5) The low entryway into the sitting room has a sharp stone edge that is not marked in any way. The owner remarked that a previous renter was hospitalized after walking into it. 6) The bathroom sink drain and shower overflow and the bathroom is infested with pillbugs. In its current state of disrepair, this property should not be on the rental market.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in the old cottage
True to its name, this is a quirky old cottage that's charming and rustic. The grounds are really lovely and we enjoyed eating outside every day. There isn't anything within walking distance of the cottage but there are a lot of activities within a 20 min radius. There is a lidl really close by. Access was really easy and Marco was really helpful, giving us suggestions and recommendations for things to do in the area. Overall, we had a really nice trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farmhouse full of character
We spent 6 nights in this home. It is both spacious and interesting. Marco the owner has retained the character of this 1700's home with loving attention to detail, and also made interesting additions such as a deep marble tub in the bathroom, which is a treat to use. The weather was unseasonably cool during our stay and we were able to use the large indoor fireplace and many candles provided. The outdoor area has lovely views toward to sea in the distance, with many pleasant seating areas among the varied plants and trees. The house itself is situated within a short drive of the nearest supermarket and amenities, and is in a good location for visiting the coast north of Lisbon, Sintra, Mafra, and even Evora (a 2h drive). Marco was one of the most responsive owners we have encountered and was beyond helpful when we lost our luggage, and responsive when we had a couple of minor issues with the house. Wifi is not stable (nor is 4G), so taking a book or other things to do is a good idea. Lovely place with loads of character!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

basso l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jump in the Past
Fantastic place!Marco is a great host!incredible energy that will connect you with past! overall all simply the best!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A small oasis north of Lissabon
Best fit would be 2-3 people. The old farmhouse has lots of charm. There is no high-tec, no TV, (data and range) limited (but well working) WIFI. The garden with its trees and shades always offers a sweet spot for relaxation. Many beaches round the corner (10-20 min) and some nice restaurants too. Just 30 min to Lisbon and similar to the famous mountains near Sintra. From my PoV a real unique stay, worth its 5 stars
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schönes Ferien Haus mit noch schönerem Garten!
Ein wirklich wunderschönes haus, wo man entspannte wochen fern vom hektischen alltag verbringen kann, sehr gerne wieder!!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
My girlfriend and I loved our stay here. It was everything we hoped for and more. The house is full of charm owing greatly to the timeless feel of the space. The large fireplace is great, the bathroom is wonderful and the bedroom with its windows looking out both sides to the garden feels really romantic. The garden is really special with so many beautiful plants and flowers carefully laid out by Marco and his family. Its really a very charming place and we would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Nicolet v.

Nice little cottage
We stayed with two adults in the cottage during Christmas 2018. Marco had warned us that the there is no central heating. We had to make a fire every night and every morning to keep the cottage warm. This was no problem for us, but is hard work if you are not used to making fires! We found the kitchen a little bit lacking in cooking facilities (there is a cooker with two gas hobs and a small oven) but made do with what there was. We used the fireplace a couple of times to bbq/ grill fish and meat, that was a lovely experience! The cottage is comfortable for two, but a bit small for more people unless you can spend time outside. In summer that is of course the way to go! There is a beautiful garden and no neighbours to be seen! The area is very convenient for daytrips, plenty of culture and nature. Marco is an excellent host and knows the area like his back pocket! We had a fabulous week in this area of Portugal!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grace D.

Great place for our family vacation!
We loved this cottage and garden! It was in a great location for sightseeing in Sintra, beach-hopping, and exploring the coastline. Marco was the most generous host! He and his wife met us in Lisbon a few days before our stay and treated us to drinks at a top-of-a-parking-garage bar that had great views and that we never would have found on our own. He even helped us out with returning our rental car when the company opened after we needed to board our flight. His recommendations for local restaurants, day trips, and even Fado in Lisbon were top notch. The weather was cool at times, so we would often play games by the fire in the evenings. One day it was warm enough to eat outside under the arbor enjoying the great view. We are used to country living and always tidied up well, so while we had some ants we never had any rodents!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017