Magnificent estate which used to belong to the Count of Monserrate. It is situated in Colares and has 11.5 hectares of l...

Sintra, LI

Magnificent estate which used to belong to the Count of Monserrate. It is situated in Colares and has 11.5 hectares of land with lovely gardens, a secular chapel, a horse training ring and a swimming pool. The whole estate has a stream running through it and is served by boreholes. This property includes the main house, with its porches and terraces with superb panoramic views of the mountains and the Palácio de Monserrate, and a house for guests. The main house is spread over 3 floors and comprises, on the ground floor: a grand living area with a fireplace and with access to the gardens, 2 spacious halls, a reception room, a dining room, a guest bathroom and a kitchen with a scullery. First floor: 5 bedrooms, 1 of which has a fireplace, 2 bathrooms and a living area which connects to a library/office which opens onto an enormous terrace. 2nd floor: 4 bedrooms and a spacious bathroom. The house for guests has a living area, a kitchenette and 2 bedrooms with a shared bathroom. Next to it is a smaller building, a garage and a wooden house. An excellent investment for home-stay tourism or events due to its enviable geographical location close to the historic centre of Sintra, the sea, the mountains and Guincho.