going to Cascais - a top-touristic and top-exclusive place in Portugal and not being really a fan of it was a challenge. But we made it! We found a fantastic place in the middle of Portuguese life with a supermarket and a pastelaria (bakery-confectionary) and two good restaurants where English is hardly spoken. It meant that we were among Portuguese in Portugal. Maria Elvira is a friendly host, speaks very good English, communication from the very beginning till the end on a very good level. We stayed in her flat for 3 weeks and we had lots of questions. All were answered promptly and pleasantly. The flat itself has a very nice atmosphere and is a quiet place. During the day the every day life is heard in the streets but it all including restaurants quietens down around 10 p.m. The closest coast is Boca de Inferno and the most beautiful beach Guincho is to be reached by bus that travels regularly - the bus stop directly outside the flat. From the main station in Cascais there is a train going 40 minutes to Lisbon, departing every 20 minutes. this flat has met all our expectations and is simply 5star place for those who like Portugal and not its touristic image:)