The Penedo Residence

sintra, atlantic coast
2 bedroom - 2 bath
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€165 - €307 per night (EUR)
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Perks for the Parents

A creative and colorful Casa occupying a hilltop position with views of the Serra de Sintra, ideally placed for exploring the city, coast and countryside. It sleeps 3-4. Cozy yet spacious, this charming residence has plenty of nooks and relaxing areas to unwind in. The downstairs is open plan in style allowing for sociable meal prep, leisurely dining and snug evenings gathered around the fire, while the primary bedroom provides some privacy with its own ensuite bathroom. The alfresco terrace has a large dining table and plenty of shady spots from which to soak in the surrounding views of the hills and sea. The village of Penado is very safe with excellent hiking and biking trails into the Sintra mountains in close proximity, as well as easy access to local beaches and surf schools. The cultural and foodies delights of Sintra and Cascais are a short drive away and Lisbon is very doable in a day offering the perfect mix of town and country vacationing.

Why Kids Love it

A bright and joyful home with style to wow both parents and kids, from the hand painted fresco walls to the playful tiles and imaginative splashes of color at every turn. There are numerous hideouts including a treehouse style den space on a mezzanine accessible by ladder and a living area with a video projector with most streaming apps. The playfully decorated smaller bedroom is filled with toys, books and games and there are plenty of fun spots to discover outside too. Animal lovers may enjoy a visit from Nina, a friendly local cat – though she is just as happy to leave guests to it if not encouraged. On the doorstep there is plenty to explore from village walks to mountain trains and a decent selection of local beaches with surf schools. For those with an interest in history there are palaces and castles to discover at nearby Sintra. Stairgates and fireplace guards are also set up for younger toddlers.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 6 nights in Summer; 2 nights all other times. A tourist tax of €2/night (for anyone over 13 years) is charged per person locally. Check in: 3pm-8pm. Check out: 12pm. The casa has stairs to the kitchen that can be closed by a wooden gate, and ladder style stairs to the mezzanine that can be flattened to the wall if parents would rather restrict access. Inside, the doorways to the hall and some of the rooms are low so taller guests may need to bear this in mind. Toddlers and younger guests should be supervised in the garden as there are raised paths and low walls without railings. There is WiFi at the property and a bathtub. Please note that there is no clothes washing machine or microwave. Car hire is recommended to fully explore the area due to its relatively remote location. Please note that the streets from the main road up to center of the village are narrow and traffic runs in both directions; the hosts advise parking near the chapel and walking to the house from there (around 100 meters). The residence is pet friendly; please let the hosts know at the time of booking if wishing to bring a pet.

About the Location

The Casa is located in the hilltop village of Penedo in the UNESCO rated Sintra natural park, Portugal. Its lofty position enjoys views of the mountains, and coastline to the north, and there are multiple hiking and biking trails from the doorstep. The towns of Cascais and Sintra are around a 20-minute drive with restaurants, shops and palaces to explore as well as regular markets for stocking up on local produce. The closest beaches are around 10 minutes away, including Praia Grande, Praia das Maçãs, Adraga or Guincho (20 minutes), with surf schools and equipment hire available. Guests will find plenty of excellent restaurants nearby offering fresh seafood, traditional Portuguese cuisine as well as international staples such as pizza and pasta. Lisbon center is just over 35 minutes' drive with plenty more restaurants, culture and activities on offer. The Humberto Delgado international airport in Lisbon is 45 minutes by car.

Accommodation Details

The property has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms set over 2 floors. Both levels are connected to the street level (as it's on a hill). On the lower level you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with a farmhouse table and a large bench over a rock for an additional seating area. The kitchen opens up to the pedestrian street and has a small exterior bench seat. On the upper level is the living room, bedrooms and bathrooms, plus access to the garden and patio. Through an archway is a fireplace area with a ladder leading up to a mezzanine hideout with a mattress, providing an additional sleeping area for older kids. The primary bedroom features a queensize bed, a fireplace and a large ensuite bathroom with a bathtub. The second bedroom has a single bed which can open up to serve as a double sleeping 2. There is a second bathroom with a shower near the living room. Outside, the garden area is a mix of patio and planted areas with several spots to hangout including a main terrace with a stone dining table seating 8, and a wood bench positioned to enjoy the sun and surrounding views of the sea and the hills. There are 2 tiny houses in the grounds, 1 of which is used for storage and the other a forthcoming independent suite (due for completion at the end of 2024).

Style Notes

Colorful Casa. Recently renovated and designed by a creative actress and photographer team, the house oozes artistic style and charm. The decorative process paid close attention to local materials adding statement colors and touches of contemporary freshness to the traditional casa building. Original features and period detailing such as the brick floors, baseboard tiles, fireplaces, doors and window shutters have been preserved and uplifted by vintage finds, lamps and furniture. The stunning wall fresco in the living room is by the host’s friend, the artist Tomás Colaço. Modern upgrades include new windows, bathrooms, kitchen and wood flooring add some warmth, comfort and luxury. We love the panoramic views from the huge picture windows in the primary bathroom, and the bold color scheme and hand picked tiled that make each space unique.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Monitor
  • Babysitter / Nanny
  • Backyard / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Bed Rails
  • Bicycles
  • Cabinet Locks
  • Changing Table
  • Chef / Catering
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Corner Guards
  • DVD Library
  • DVD Player
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Game Console
  • High Chair
  • Housekeeper
  • Outlet Plugs
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Pool Gate
  • Stair Gates
  • Television
  • Toys / Children's Books
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Window Guards
SLEEPS 3
1 queen
1 twin / single
Payment policy
When a host accepts your booking, we will automatically charge your card 30% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance if the check in date is more than 6 weeks away. We will send you a balance payment reminder at 6 weeks before check in and you will be required to submit your payment to finalise your reservation. If a host accepts your booking and the check in date is 6 weeks away or less, we will charge your card 100% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations notified up to 6 weeks before the check in date, guests will receive a refund of any amount paid less 10% of the total cost of the booking. For cancellations notified at 6 weeks or less before the check in date, no refunds are given unless the host agrees. If a host does agree to a full or partial refund, this amount will be returned to the guest less 10% of the total cost of the booking. Some hosts will also allow a stay to be rescheduled. Guests should contact their host for further information regarding any request to change the dates of a stay.
Duarte A.
Member since April 18, 2023
Contact Host
My wife (Katrin Kaasa, actress) and I (photographer) renovated this charming house during 2023. We both love to travel and discover places where we want to stay forever. Hope our house could be one of those for you.

Sintra, Atlantic Coast

Capital do Romantismo

Known as the capital of Romanticism, Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site just 30 minutes west of Lisbon. Filled with rich history, splendid palaces, exciting museum collections, and scenic vistas overlooking the sea, this spectacular hilltop town has an abundance of charm. After imagining themselves as knights and princesses at the city’s three fairytale palaces, kids will delight at the thousands of toys for all ages on display at the Sintra Toy Museum. Don’t miss the local beaches and sunset from Cabo da Roca.