Casa Bohemia is a slice of heaven, quiet and peaceful, and beautifully decorated. There is a covered porch with table, as well as a large patio with an additional table and chairs, and two lounge chairs for those days when you just can't face another hike down the mountain. And then there's the outdoor soaking tub, pure bliss! All very private. We had a little trouble finding the place, as I was looking for Casa Bohemia, which is part of a large estate, Quinta de Bella Visita. This was my fault as it wasn't clear to me that Quinta de Bella Visita was the name I should have given our driver. Once we figured this out, we were greeted by Dinesh, the property manager, who is the most welcoming and pleasant person, he will go out of his way to make sure you are happy during your stay. Upon entering the cottage we were greeted with a bottle of Portuguese wine and some cheese and crackers, and there were flowers and greenery in vases in the house and on the outdoor tables.
The estate consists of a palace, two villas and the Casa Bohemia cottage, which is above the other residences and behind a private gate. They do host weddings there in a huge greenhouse and on the expansive lawn, but for the most part we did not even know they were there. There was a party by the pool one afternoon with music, but it wasn't disruptive. If you stay here take a walk around the property, the other residences are behind private gates as well, so you have little chance of disturbing them. There is a beautiful lawn and terrace with multiple tables (used for events), and a small vegetable garden and farm with goats, ducks and chickens.
It is a 20 minute walk into the city center, downhill, but it is quite the climb coming back up, but you can always take a taxi or tuk tuk back. The upside is that once you are back to your private little paradise, you are surrounded by beautiful views and the quiet, and can relax with a glass of wine on the patio or take a hot bath in the outdoor tub.
I really can't recommend this place enough. You truly won't want to leave.