The cottage - the upper level of a two-unit building - was a great jumping off point to visit the Pena Palace and Moorish Castle that are just up the hill, allowing us to get there and find parking before the crowds. Also a short trip into town, was nice to have access to restaurants and activities while staying in a private and quiet area. Tree maintenance was happening while we were there, and there was a loss of electricity so we did not spend much time on the nice-looking grounds or main house. Did seem to have a slight cigarette smell.