If you want to stay in an authentic (not touristy) Portuguese village that is close to sites like Sintra, Lisbon, and the beach, you will love this Colares house. Public transportation is easy, the market is nearby, and the neighborhood is a delight to walk around in. The local host, Maria, is warm, welcoming and very helpful. The house is simple and comfortable, with a special atmosphere related to its previous owner, an English author. We stayed for three weeks and would have stayed longer if we could. I highly recommend it.