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Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Sintra
  • Pena Palace
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sintra National Palace
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Guincho Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Cascais (CAT)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea

The apartment is ready to accommodate 4/6 people and is part of the housing where the property owners. It's composed by:
A living room with a sofa bed, TV and fireplace.
Two bedrooms with double bed, one with direct connection to the bathroom.
Equipped kitchen, including washing machine, with autonomous dining area for 6 to 8 people.

The apartment has an outside area, under a porch, with garden and farm access. The property has both an orchard and vegetable garden, as well as chickens providing fresh eggs every day [which guests are free to have, as long as enough are available].

Quinta Senhora da Vida is located along the road from Colares to Cascais, close to the small village of Pé da Serra, just 30/40 minutes from Lisbon. It is a detached farm of 2 hectares, an agricultural part, another forest. The owners live all year round in property and are the ones who welcome the guests. The house is in the woods area of oaks, cork oaks, chestnut trees, holly and strawberry trees, among hortenses.
With direct access via the national road, it also allows walking or cycling to walks along the paths of the mountains. Some of the best nature trails are easily accessible and the owners know all the secrets of the mountain and know how to give all the indications - they will not fail to advise you on a walking tour to Adro Nunes or even to the Peninha Sanctuary.

Two of the most beautiful beaches in the area are also accessible on foot (3 / 4km away). The beach of Ursa, the wildest of all, the first north of Cabo da Roca, where you can nudism. And Adraga beach, considered in 2003 by the British newspaper The Sunday Times, One of the top 20 European beaches.

In the immediate vicinity of Quinta do Pé da Serra is the village of Almoçageme, a village still with village life but where there is a good supply of small shops, several cafes, an ATM box and good restaurants. On weekends there is still a street market, by the road, products of the earth and that attracts people from all over the region.

Property manager

Gabriela
Premier Host

Languages

Portuguese

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 102027/AL

About the area

Sintra

Located in Sintra, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Pena Palace is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guincho Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sintra Science Center and Museum of the Sea.
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Sintra

What's nearby

  • Pena Palace - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sintra National Palace - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Adraga Beach - 16 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Estoril Racetrack - 18 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Guincho Beach - 27 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Banzão Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • Rio de Mouro Station - 18 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moinho Dom Quixote - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tea House - Palàcio Monserrate - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café do Paulo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante A Toca do Júlio - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quinta Senhora da Vida - a house in the middle of the forest, overlooking the sea located?

This family-friendly Sintra holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sintra Mountains and Capuchos Convent. Anta de Adrenunes and Casal Santa Maria are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Concetta D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
Gabriela was a wonderful hostess. She was so generous and gave us lots of goodies which we much enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful visit!!
Gabriella was an amazing host and so very friendly. The fresh eggs, ham, cheese, and bread was a wonderful treat for our breakfasts. Wish we could have stayed her longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So kind
Maria was wonderful. All of the extras that she does is so nice after traveling all day. We didn’t have to rush to find something to eat. The dogs are a sweet welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristin k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful accommodation in a nature preserve
Such a beautiful location with thoughtful gifts like bread, cheese, wine and fresh eggs. The hike in the nature preserve on location is stunning and gives you the true feel of living like a local. Highly recommended if you want to stay off the beaten path. There are precious K9 ambassadors on site to warmly greet you with your kind host. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in the Sintra Nature Reserve
We had a very nice stay at Pedra da Lua. Gabriela was a great host, very friendly and supportive. She took very well care of us. When we arrived, we found fresh eggs (from her own chicken), bread cheese, butter, ham and fruits. The place is great in summer, when you want to escape the heat of the city. It is good for hiking and for visiting all the nice places around, like Pena, Monserrate, Castelo do Mouros, Cabo da Roca and it is not far from the beach. We enjoyed staying there for more than a week. Kerstin and Andreas
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Gabriela is a fantastic host!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, we only wish it could have been longer. The house is very clean. Our host had everything ready for us. The pellet stove was warm and inviting. Fresh eggs from the chickens on the property. Bread and wine, cookies, ham, cheese and local jam all waiting for us. The area is a world heritage site and close to magnificent beaches. We needed more than a couple of days to experience it all. The directions to the house that you find on VRBO are not correct. The site will mess you up. I suggest that you check with Gabriela on WhatsApp before proceeding to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
We had a lovely stay at Gabriela’s beautiful estate in the Sintra hills. I can not imagine a more perfect host; she was the perfect mix of warm, welcoming and easy-going. Gabriela took very good care of us during our stay. We really appreciated the bread, meat, cheese, wine, fresh farm eggs and delicious homemade jam on our arrival, especially since all the grocery stores were closed on our arrival (we flew in on Easter Sunday). We especially enjoyed the garden, fruit orchard and hens. The dogs were all very gentle and sweet. One thing I was unsure about was the location, but it turned out to be one of the highlights of the stay. There is a beautiful hike literally out the back gate, we were only a short drive to Cabo da Roca and the most amazing hike/scramble/beach (Praia do Ursa). It was easy to drive to Sintra for the day. I was worried about parking, but Gabriela gave us great advice on where to park and we had no problems. Most of all, I am so grateful to have met Gabriela! Muito Obrigada!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best part of our trip to Portugal!
If I could give this place a 10 star rating I would. This is exactly the sort of vacation home we love. Six friendly dogs to greet you at the gate and a beautiful apartment that felt like home. A pen filled with chickens and a quiet rooster, made this place feel like we were off the beaten path despite being right off the 247. Gabriela and her husband were the most accommodating and kind hosts. When we arrived, we found a loaf of fresh bread, ham and cheese and farm fresh eggs, and wine! It was perfect because we were hungry from driving directly from the airport. There is a beautiful hike right outside the back gate. 3.5 km up to the Sanctuary of Peninha, which overlooks Cascais and Cabo de Roca. We drove to three local beaches and sat and read listening to the waves. We drove to Sesimbra (an hour) and went for a swim. We drove to Cascais (half an hour) and Mafra (less than an hour), which made this spot absolutely perfect. We regret going to Porto and Lisbon to be honest. You should know Qinta de Senhora de Vida is in Colares, between the ocean and the Sintra hills, so it can feel damp and laundry takes a little longer to dry. The spot would be perfect for a family or a few quiet friends. If anyone asks me where they should go in Portugal, I am going to say this place, and don't book anywhere else.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelio D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excelente
Foram 3 dias maravilhosos
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervoller Urlaub
Eine großartige, hilfsbereite und aufmerksame Gastgeberin, eine wunderschöne Umgebung und die Nähe zu zahlreichen attraktiven Ausflugszielen - ausdrückliche Empfehlung!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Lage für Natur-und Tierfreunde
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt besonders auf der Veranda genossen. Als große Tierfreunde haben wir uns außerordentlich über die regen Besuche von Goody und Tonja (2 der 6 Hunde) gefreut. Gabriela war eine großartige Gastgeberin, beschenkte uns zu Beginn mit vielen leckeren heimischen Produkten und war immer mit Rat und Tat zur Stelle. Vielen Dank, Gabriela!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lidia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gabriela es una anfitriona increíble!!!!
La estancia ha estado genial. El apartamento y el entorno en el que se encuentra el apartamento es muy tranquilo y bonito. Gabriela está pendiente en todo momento de todas las necesidades y dudas que te puedan surgir. Sin duda, para repetir!!! ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradies in den Bergen Sintras
Über diesen wundervollen Ort könnte man Seiten schreiben und um es kurz zu sagen, es war in nahezu jeder Hinsicht traumhaft. Nun im Detail. Es gibt genau drei Dinge, die wir (junge Familie mit zwei kleinen Kindern) als nicht ganz optimal aufführen würden...die Dusche ist ein bisschen schwach auf der Brust, in der Küche feuchtelt es (zumindest im Mai noch) recht arg, und die Straße ist deutlich zu hören (was an der Nähe zur Straße liegt, was gleichzeitig ein riesen Vorteil ist!). Eine neutrale Info zwischen rein: Man darf keine Furcht vor Hunden haben - es gibt 6 davon und sie laufen frei auf dem Gelände herum und kommen einen besuchen, werden jedoch nie unfreundlich oder aufdringlich. Nun zu den Dingen, die diesen Ort so traumhaft machen: Die riesen Terrasse überdacht und in einem Garten am Hang mit uraltem Eichenbestand, der selbst bei Hitze die Wohnung und Terrasse angenehm temperiert hält. Der ökologisch geführte Gemüsegarten, in welchem man frische Orangen vom Baum für Saft, Rosmarin vom Busch für die Bratkartoffeln (aus dem Garten) und Salat pflücken kann. Die stilvolle Einrichtung, inkl. automatischem Pellet-Schwedenofen im Wohnzimmer und großen und gemütlichen Betten. Die fantastische Lage zwischen den schönsten Stränden in der Region Lissabon/Sintra (Adraga 5 Minuten mit dem Auto), den Palästen und Klöstern und der Nähe zu Lissabon, welche alle Wege kurz hält. Und zuletzt, aber beinahe am wichtigsten, die fantastische Gastgeberin und Besitzerin, Gabriella - ein Mensch, so herzensgut, freundlich, offen und respektvoll, wie man ihn nur finden kann! Wir kommen in jedem Fall wieder und wenn möglich bald!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Massimiliano M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay with wonderful hosts
The farm is really beautiful and picturesque, perfectly positioned for nice hikes and days by the ocean. The hosts are incredibly sweet and helpful! Gabriela and Jose will make your stay unique and give you a real taste of the Portuguese hospitality. Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Gabriela

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Portuguese

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests