Had a lovely stay at the cottage! The cottage is really beautiful and is just like the pictures. It is very central to everything, including the palace and tourism office. Just be ready to walk up a ton of hills and stairs. The cottage feels so private with its own beautiful garden with an incredible view and little area of grass. It is super clean, has a small stove, fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and washer (with a clothes line to use in the garden). The bathroom also feels so luxurious with a rain shower. Carole, the owner, is quite kind. She left eggs, fresh bread, coffee, and oranges (to make juice) for breakfast. Really, being in the cottage is like a little oasis.
Tip: Driving in Sintra is not for the faint hearted. We did it, but just know it is super crowded and navigating with the massive crowds can be a little crazy if you are not used to this type of driving.