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Casa Miradouro

Sintra, Portugal.

Casa Miradouro has fantastic views towards the ocean and over Sintra up to the Pena Palace and Moorish Castle. Providing comfort and superb hospitality since 1994, it is beautifully situated and within walking distance to the charming town of Sintra.

Bed and Breakfast Description

The name, Casa Miradouro, translates to "Viewpoint House" because of the fantastic view towards the Atlantic ocean and over Sintra up to the Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle.

Casa Miradouro has 8 rooms, all with private bathrooms. Double-glazed windows and central heating make the rooms comfortable even in the Portuguese winter.

All rooms are kept in bright colors and have large windows so guests can enjoy the magnificent views.

Rates include our wonderful breakfast. If you have special requests, please let us know in advance and we will do our best to fulfill all your needs.

Casa Miradouro offers guests a living room with a beautiful stucco ceiling, satellite TV, a bar, a fireplace and a library of literature on Sintra and Portugal that is available to the guests.

There is a very pleasant terrace area in the lovely garden that surrounds the house.

Casa Miradouro is classified as "Casa de Turismo de Habitação" by the state tourist authority.

Casa Miradouro was built around 1890 for a family of army officers. The present owner, Frederic Kneubuehl, bought the house in 1993 and completely restored it. Casa Miradouro opened for guests in July 1994.

Inn Information

Season: Closed 13 Jan 09 - 12 Feb 09(remodeling)
Rates: 85.00 - 135.00 (double occupancy)
Rooms: 8
With private baths: 8
Languages spoken: English, Portuguese, French, German
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Breakfast Buffet
• Afternoon snacks & beverages, restaurants near by

Nearest Airport(s): Lisbon International Airport

Payment methods accepted:

Services:

Sitting room, gardens, TV, library, touring assistance

Area Attractions and Activities:

Located within 500 metres of the national palace, it provides an excellent base to visit the historic monuments of Sintra as well as its beautiful parks and the outstanding new museum of contemporary art. Lovely sandy beaches and the spectacular Cabo da Roca (the most westerly point in Europe) are nearby.

The railway station is a 15 minute walk away; trains leave every 15 minutes to Lisbon (30 kms away). Guests can spend an evening in Lisbon for casinos, bars, night-clubs and restaurants, or stroll on the promenade along the coast and return to stay overnight in the peace and quiet of Sintra.

The sophisticated holiday resorts of Cascais and Estoril are 15 kms to the south.

Restrictions

• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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