Location (Click here to see Map)
The still unspoilt Village of Azoia in the foothills of the historic Sintra hills and offers exiting opportunities for hiking, exploring Castles, Palaces and Churches. Surfers Beaches, numerous Golf Courses, Estoril, Cascais and Sintra are within easy reach and Lisbon, with its International Airport, is only 25 miles away.

Coast/Beach
The nearest Beach is 5 - 15 mins walk (depending which house) but one needs to be fit to manage the steep climb down. Other beaches are from about 10 mins drive away, including 'Guincho Beach' well known for it's annual Windsurfing Championships.

Golf
The village is well situated for golfers. The nearest course is Penha Longa, Estoril and Quinta de Marinha are about 20 mins away.

Special interest holidays
Our atelier is on the Property and anyone is welcome to join in. Our day-classes, on Mondays and Wednesdays 10.00-13.00, are suited to all abilities, the Saturday morning class is for Kids from 6-16 years old. We teach Drawing skills and Painting in all media, Watercolour, Oil, Acrylic, and even Tile-Painting. www.paintingportugal.com

Travel
Lisbon Airport is about 40 mins by car and there is also a Bus connection to our Village via Cascais. We recommend renting a car because there is so much to explore... on request, we can rent a Bicycle for you.

Distances
The nearest larger Village is 10 mins by Car or Bus. To get to Sintra or Cascais takes about 25 mins.

About our Village
Azoia, (Click here to see Map) our Village, is on the Atlantic side of the Sintra hills, about 1 km from Cabo da Roca, Europe's most western point. Although still a peasant farming village, there are a number of excellent restaurants famous for their Seafood, several Cafes and Bars and a very basic General-Store. Local produce is sold several times a week and there are busy Market stalls at weekends.
The Sintra hills have an abundance of Castles, Monasteries and Palaces to explore and wonderful walks have surprises around every corner.
A Train takes you from from Sintra or Cascais into Lisbon where a Tram takes you around the 18th century centre and then up to the old Arab quarter to St. Georges Castle. For Nightlife the newly developed Dock area is a must and so are the traditional 'Fado' places in the Bairo Alto.