Situated close to the popular square, Largo de Camões in the cobble street zone of Cascais, with its abundance of choice when it comes to cafés, restaurants or bars.
The train station is about a 5-minute walk with good links to Estoril, Carcavelos & Lisbon and bus links to Sintra.
The tourism office is also in the square, for all the maps and local information you need. On the doorstep to the property is the Parque Marechal Carmona - one single space resulting from the marriage of the gardens of the Palace of the Conde of Castro Guimarães and the property of the Visconde of Gandarinha. Apart from an abundance of exotic trees and shrubs, the tranquillity of this park offers curious hiding places to quietly read a book or romantic tree lined pathways to wander around the small ponds, a mini zoo, aviary, youth library, infant playground, duck pond, café, museum, chapel, rose gardens etc... right in the heart of Cascais. Open 8.30-19.45 Summer & 8.30-17.45 Winter.
The nearest beach in the Bay of Cascais is 800m from the property; other beaches on the Cascais/Estoril coast are within easy walking distance 10 to 15 minutes along the promenade. A few mins drive away is the magnificent, spectacular Guincho coastline, with sandy beaches and rocky coves or towards Lisbon is the alternative popular surfing beach of Carcavelos.
Situated in the historical fishing village of Cascais, this beautifully decorated place has panoramic views up to Lisbon over the bay of Cascais and along the coastline to Cabo da Roca (most westerly point of continental Europe). Set just off the cobble stone streets of Cascais fishing village and with everything within close walking distance, there is no need for a car rental. Living room and bedrooms are sea facing with individual verandas and enjoy the sunshine from morning until sunset. Rental includes broadband internet connection. This truly luxury property is ideal for those looking for something a little more special. Its location makes it great base for golfers or family reunions or celebrations, sailing, water sports or just a sun & beach holiday! Its great links to Lisbon, Belém, Sintra and Estoril make it ideal for anyone wanting to add a little cultural substance to their beach holiday.
Golf:
There are 8 excellent golf courses within a 20 min drive from Cascais.
The golf courses of Oitavos, Quinta da Marinha, Quinta da Beloura, Estoril (27 holes) are nearby all within 10 to 15 minutes drive.
Penha Longa (27 holes), Belas, the Lisbon Sports Club are within a 20 to 30 min drive.
Around an hour’s drive are Praia D’El Rey, Ribagolfe I & II, St Estavao, Qtª do Peru, Aroeira I & II, Montado and Troia golf courses.
The Atlântico da Penha Longa course has already been the scene of several European Tour competitions. This hilly course offers broad magnificent views over the countryside that surrounds you with the mountains and the sea. The Quinta da Marinha Oitavos course, the newest in the region, designed by the famous American architect Arthur Hills, is the first course in Europe and the second in the world to have the Audubon International ‘Certified Signature Sanctuary/Gold’. With excellent views over the Palácio da Pena and Cabo da Roca.
