My boyfriend works abroad, and was only able to join me at This fabulously unique house for a few weeks.... I ended up staying for two months, with our newborn. For a new mom, THIS PLACE WAS LIKE A DREAM! It is peacefully quiet, the garden overlooks the nearby hills (with a view of Pena Palce/ which is even lit up at night). The hammock overlooking Maria's STUNNING GARDEN IS SURREAL. The area is quaint and very friendly! You are able to escape tourism and get a real feel for PORTUGUESE culture and hospitality, while also being close to "walk into tourism" and see all Sintra's historic sights. Maria is truly one of the most kind ladies I've ever met in all of my travels. She welcomes you to her property with open arms and a smile, and I beleive she rents out her house because she likes the experience of getting to know her guests. You will walk away from this experience with a new friend, and fall in love with this area.