I stayed two nights in Burhard's lovely apartment and I wish I had stayed longer!

The apartment is in a fantastic location very close to the National Palace in the upper part of Sintra. It is a bit of a hike from the train station, but well worth it to be so close to the castles! The apartment is very close to the shops and restaurants of upper Sintra, but on a very quiet street. Perfect.

The apartment itself is basic but lovely and comfortable. The view of the neighboring garden is even better than pictured, and it was wonderful to wake up and hear the birds chirping. And, the shower had good water pressure with nice hot water (very important to me!)

Burghard was an excellent host! I arrived in Sintra much later than expected, but he was still available to meet in the ceramics shop. He gave me excellent advice regarding where to eat and what to do during my stay.

The only small problem I had was that the internet didn't always work for me, but that may have just been an issue with my old phone. Besides, who needs internet when there is so much beauty right outside your door?? :) Also I was able to walk up the hill to "borrow" wifi from a nearby large hotel when I really needed to look something up.