Local Information:
The village of Azoia, although mainly peasant populated, contains 4 restaurants, a café/bar in a converted windmill overlooking the Atlantic and another bar in an old water mill, 2 cafés, a simple general store, an artist's studio and a tennis court for hire. There are wonderful walks along the cliffs and among the wooded, boulder-strewn Sintra hills, and ruined castles, monasteries and quaint villages to visit. For the less adventurous swimmer, there are many excellent, protected beaches facing south along the Estoril Coast.
Entertainment:
Sunday markets are a feature of the area. Europe's premier wind surfing beach is just 5 kms away. One can gamble at Estoril's casino, shop at Cascais' ultra-modern mall and see English language films in its multi-screen cinema.
Golf:
Azoia village is ideally located for all the many Lisbon area golf courses. The nearest (15 minutes) is superb Penha Longa, venue of the Portuguese Open and previously hunting lodge of the Portuguese kings. Nearby are the practice and teaching facilities of the Academia Internacional de Golfe and Quinta da Beloura Golfe. Within 30 to 40 minutes are the famous Estoril Golf Club, the Lisbon Sports Club and adjacent Clube de Campo, Quinta da Marinha on the coast road near Cascais and, over the Tagus 90 minutes drive away 3 further courses. Best of all is the links course at Praia del Rei, 60 kms north along the coast near the medieval walled town of Obidos. Visitors are welcome, green fees reasonable and the courses uncrowded, a treat compared with golf on the Algarve.
Other Activities:
We have our own small Art School in the village. Our day classes are suited to all abilities - 3xper Week 10.00 - 13.00
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