Carlos and Fatima are great hosts! I felt very welcome. They offer complete privacy, but are very responsive if you have any questions or need help with anything. The house is lovely and clean, just as photographed. It works well for 2 or 3 people. I had the pleasure of staying in the house on my own. Colares is a perfect base between Sintra, Cascais and Lisbon with easy transportation by bus, tram, Uber or taxi. You can easily spend a day in each location and should! I also recommend spending some leisure time for breakfast or dinner in Colares to experience the local culture of the small town and rest from touring the busy monuments and beach areas. There's a post office, laundry facility and grocer nearby. Its also a good place to start to familiarize yourself with the transportation, communication, and enjoy the house. There are less visited beaches near Colares that do not feel crowded, especially if you get an early start, they are very peaceful. It can also be a lovely retreat if you aren't interested in sight seeing and just want a place to relax. I look forward to returning.