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Firefly Quinta.
Truly Unique.

Wild at Heart – Bohemian luxury in the heart of Sintra-Cascais national park

A recently-renovated bohemian quinta overlooking Cascais, with heated pool, tennis court, sauna, yoga shala, pool table, donkeys and acres of land within the magical spaces of the National Park.

Perfect for those seeking the seemingly impossible combination of adventure, peace, privacy and green space whilst being close to the beating hearts of Cascais, Lisbon, Sintra and Guincho surf beach.

Laid-back bohemian Luxury

Festoons of fireflies, eagles, genets, badgers, foxes and salamanders all call The Firefly Quinta home.

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Firefly House

Formerly the Dutch ambassador’s house in Portugal, today Firefly Quinta has lost none of it’s opulent charm and comfort. Extensively renovated by the owners in 2021, the bright and airy south-facing house features 6 double bedrooms, with stripped wood floorboards across three floors.

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The Hobbit House

This magical tiny house has won awards in competitions as far away as Milan and Los Angeles. Conceived by the renowned alchemist Pedro Quintela, the Hobbit House is a world of curves, peaceful magic and flowing lines, enabling the writers, dreamers and lovers in us all to escape and reconnect with the simple things in life.

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Firefly Quinta has everything to let you enjoy yourself and the company of those you love. The quinta has been rebuilt with a lightness to it, a softness of touch and a humour that lifts the senses and the soul.

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The local village

The local village is just a few minutes away down the hill, where a pharmacy, local restaurants, supermarket, bakery and surf shop can be found.
Cyclists and hikers

For cyclists and hikers you can travel from the quinta to Guincho, Cascais or the heart of ancient Sintra via the forest paths that criss-cross the hills of the stunning park.
For beach lovers

For beach lovers, Guincho is a 5 minute drive down the mountain, perfect for early morning surf sessions, lazy days on the beach, kite-surfing or sun-downers at the beach bar.
The charming fishing town

The charming fishing town of Cascais is an easy 15 minute drive, with dozens of restaurants, shops, and child-friendly beaches. From here there are direct links every 15 minutes on the coastal train network to the heart of Lisbon, an easy 40 minute train ride or drive away.
Mountain Bike and
Hiking Trails

Situated at the end of a quiet no-through road and the quinta is the perfect starting point for a myriad of stunning mountain bike and hiking trails stretching up and across the entire Sintra Cascais National Park.

The Surroundings Firefly

Services Available

Cuisine

Fine dining Chef with International, Vegetarian and or Portuguese cuisine cooked and served at the house for guests.

Yoga

Yoga lessons in a variety of styles and techniques

Massage and Healing

Massage, energy healing, acupuncture and a variety of other healing treatments.

Mountain Bike Guide

Shred the mountain on trails from your entrance. Suitable for beginners to pro.
Electric MTB rental too, delivered to the quinta.

Pony trekking

Slow down and explore the mountain, trekking with a guide early in the morning. Suitable for all levels.

Surf Lessons

Hire boards, gear and learn to surf in the Atlantic just 5 minutes away

Bouldering

Learn the art from a pro, and find the best secret spots to explore your skills in the hills behind the house.

Restaurants

Let us suggest the best restaurants from backstreet fish-grills to mouth-watering Michelin feasts.

Tours

Take a Tuktuk and journey back in time inside the magic of Sintra.

Discover Firefly Quinta. Truly Unique.

Wild at Heart – Bohemian luxury in the heart of Sintra-Cascais national park

Laid-back bohemian Luxury

Festoons of fireflies, eagles, genets, badgers, foxes and salamanders all call The Firefly Quinta home.

Firefly House

Formerly the Dutch ambassador’s house in Portugal, today Firefly Quinta has lost none of it’s opulent charm and comfort. Extensively renovated by the owners in 2021, the bright and airy south-facing house features 6 double bedrooms, with stripped wood floorboards across three floors.

The Hobbit House

Firefly Quinta has everything to let you enjoy yourself and the company of those you love. The quinta has been rebuilt with a lightness to it, a softness of touch and a humour that lifts the senses and the soul.

The local village

The local village is just a few minutes away down the hill, where a pharmacy, local restaurants, supermarket, bakery and surf shop can be found.

Cyclists and hikers

For cyclists and hikers you can travel from the quinta to Guincho, Cascais or the heart of ancient Sintra via the forest paths that criss-cross the hills of the stunning park.

For beach lovers

For beach lovers, Guincho is a 5 minute drive down the mountain, perfect for early morning surf sessions, lazy days on the beach, kite-surfing or sun-downers at the beach bar.

The charming fishing town

The charming fishing town of Cascais is an easy 15 minute drive, with dozens of restaurants, shops, and child-friendly beaches. From here there are direct links every 15 minutes on the coastal train network to the heart of Lisbon, an easy 40 minute train ride or drive away.

Mountain Bike and Hiking Trails

Situated at the end of a quiet no-through road and the quinta is the perfect starting point for a myriad of stunning mountain bike and hiking trails stretching up and across the entire Sintra Cascais National Park.