Ana is a wonderful woman with a heart as big as her throaty laugh. She is genuinely interested in getting to know people and we had lots of lovely talks in the evenings in her cozy kitchen. I was under the weather during my stay but she was very mothering and made me feel much better. Definitely felt like a houseguest and part of her adorable family (daughters, cute grandson, and assortment of cats).
Colares itself was a very charming town with the surrounding areas accessible by bus, but probably more exciting with a car at your disposal.