Estate in Monserrate, Sintra 305887172

Estate dating back to the 18th century, 42 hectares of land and a 2,500 sqm building, in Monserrate, Serra de Sintra. In addition to the Main House (777 sqm), the property also has a Pigeon Coop, a Reception Hall, 18 horse box stalls, a covered area for horse riding and 3 open equestrian fields (2,100, 1,740 and 1,000 sqm). The Main House is decorated with early 20th century tile panels by the famous fresco painter José Tiago Basalisa. The land is composed of dense forest with several species such as pines, cork oaks, chestnut trees, oaks, laurels, and acacias, among others. There is a neo-Gothic spring grotto and it is said that Queen Amélia was a regular presence in picnics in these woods. The estate was owned by the Marquis of Pombal – hence its name – and by the Viscount of Monserrate, Sir Francis Cook (who ordered the construction of the Monserrate Palace). The estate comprises a beautiful garden and an outdoor swimming pool.

Easy access to Colares, the historic centre of Sintra, Várzea de Sintra, 10 minutes from Praia Grande and Praia das Maçãs, and 25 minutes from the access to motorways A16 and A5. 45 minutes from Lisbon Airport and city centre.
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