Nature house in Casais da Azoia (Cabo Espichel)

The nature house consists of a small cozy, pimped caravan and it is located right by the sea, on a large piece of arable land and is part of Arrabida Nature Park. The cottage is surrounded by Pinheiro Manso, characteristic Portuguese trees. The sea is only 2 min. walk and in 20 min. you walk to the nearest beach. The land gives beautiful views of the sea, the lights of Lisbon, Cascais and the mountains of Sintra. The sunsets are unforgettable. In the background you can hear the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The cottage was designed with Fernando Pessoa, the famous Portuguese poet, in mind. The kitchen is simple but has a small fridge and everything you need to prepare a good meal. The double bed has a good mattress. You have your own shower(with solar heated water, which just takes the chill off the water) & compost toilet among the trees. Outside are a table & chairs, a lounge bed & a hammock.

The nature house, surrounded by 6 acres of farmland, is located in rugged nature. We live on the land with 4 dogs, 5 cats, 10 chickens. The coast consists of high rocks, interspersed with sandy beaches. The beaches are very quiet by our standards. There are many hiking opportunities. The coast is known for surfing. The bird lover and windsurfer get their money's worth at Lago Albufeira. Cabo Espichel has a beautiful 17th century church with adjacent pilgrim's quarters. A short drive away is Park Arrabida with its monastery and the little port of Portenho da Arrabida, where you can have a delicious meal by the water. You can climb in this area (well-guarded routes). In the village there is a small supermarket, a bakery, 2 café/restaurants and a coffee shop. Sesimbra is the neighboring town with a castle, boulevard, eateries, small harbor and beach. The sea is calmer here, you can canoe and dive.