The Shelter is a cozy and elegant house located in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. The family-owned property features a green garden, a furnished sun terrace and scenic views over the Atlantic Ocean. The house has a living room with a fireplace, CD player and an iPod Docking Station. The property features free WiFi, TV and cable TV. There is also an equipped kitchen, a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. A terrace and a patio are also featured, along with a scenic view over the Ocean. The Shelter features an equipped kitchen area, which guests may use in order to prepare their meals. Outdoor barbecue facilities are also available. Several restaurants are accessible within a 5-minute drive of the property, most serving traditional Portuguese meals, including typical fish dishes. The garden area features a hammock, where guests can take a relaxing break while taking in the scenic surrounding views. The well-kept vegetable garden can be harvested by guests, providing further ingredients for their meals. The centre of Cascais is a 13-minute drive from the property. Guincho Beach is a 5-minute drive away and is one of Portugal’s most famous surfing spots. The Lisbon city centre is a 23-minute drive from the Shelter. Sintra is an 18-minute drive and features several national landmarks, such as the Pena Palace and the Capuchos Convent. Estoril is a 15-minute drive away and features extensive beaches and the well-known Estoril Casino. The Cascais Train Station is a 13-minute drive from the unit. The nearest bus stop is a 10-minute walk. The Shelter is a 30-minute drive from the Lisbon International Airport.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
10
High score for Malveira da Serra

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pan
    Poland Poland
    great atmosphere, view, garden, decorated with attention to every detail
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great with a decent garden and outdoor seating. The bed was comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped which meant we could cook local produce etc. The bathroom although small had a good shower with shower gels etc provided.
  • Giulia
    Spain Spain
    Un lugar encantador, un pequeño oasis de paz y tranquilidad con vistas impresionantes al océano. The Shelter es una casa perfectamente equipada y decorada con gusto, que ofrece todo lo necesario para unas vacaciones perfectas. Recomendado al 100%....

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Shelter
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
The Shelter takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that as of the 7th of April 2017 a city tax of EUR 1 per person, per night is not included in the total price and should be paid on site. This tax is charged to guests aged 13 and older. It is subject to a maximum amount of EUR 7 per guest.

Please note that the 50% deposit charged on day of booking must be paid by bank transfer. The Shelter will contact guests with further details.

Please inform The Shelter in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 14600/AL

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Shelter

  • The Shelter has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Shelter on this page.

  • The prices at The Shelter may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, The Shelter is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Shelter offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Beach

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Shelter on this page.

  • The Shelter is 450 yards from the centre of Malveira da Serra. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Shelter can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Shelter is from 15:30, and check-out is until 11:30.