Casa Vela

This small charming guest house may be right in heart of the old historic quarter of Cascais, a part of Portugal's very own Riviera, but it still retains an air of tranquillity mixed with no small amount of sophistication. In fact, it is a real oasis of greenery, over 3000 square meters of perfectly manicured gardens, waterfalls and lakes.

All fifteen rooms and suites are named and decorated with a common theme – the Portuguese discoveries of the 16thcentury which brought the country so much wealth on the back of the spice trade. Hence names such Timor, Goa, Mozambique, Macau and even Cinnamon, Pepper and Curry. The theme may be common but each room is individually styled and decorated with more than a dash of simplicity and grace that all together provide a homely feel.

Though located in a quiet and tranquil residential quarter, Cascais' main attractions are all within walking distance - Museums, the Marina, Public Gardens and, of course, beaches. That's just Cascais. One can't forget stunning Sintra, sophisticated Estoril and the big daddy of them all, city wise, Lisbon which is only some twenty kilometers away.

Note: No smoking in covered areas.