It's a nice little house on the edge of a beautiful village and Chystalina is a sincere and friendly woman who lives next door and will give you privacy and/or the help you need to adjust to the area. Above you is the magic forest, below you the cliffs, beaches and crashing waves, between them the delightful villages, and mysterious history pervades the area. You can hike, or even better bike (my preference) though Sintra's major attractions need a car. But if you'd rather be surrounded by birds and bees than tourists, this is ideal. It is forest and protected farmland.