Carole's cottage is somehow even more beautiful than the pictures! It is perfectly decorated and appointed and the detail that went into it is truly amazing. If I could live there forever I would!
Carole went way above and beyond being a normal hostess...even going so far as to lend me a coat because I did not have the proper attire for the cold. The weather did not cooperate for my short visit to Sintra and she came down to check on me. She has put together a great book of restaurant recommendations and reading material and so when I was stuck inside during a very rainy day, I was perfectly comfortable in my cozy home ; )
The location of the cottage is perfect! I had to pare down my list of sights to take in to just one due to weather and the Quinta de Regaleira was right up the street and absolutely amazing. And all of the fabulous restaurants and shops in town are just a few minutes walk away.
Overall, I can't say enough great things about Carole, Stuart and the cottage...I will definitely be back to explore more of Sintra, but will schedule my trip around the availability of the cottage.
And Jack the snuggling cat was an added bonus!