Casa Leonor
Sesimbra 2970
Portugal
mandy@casa-leonor.com
Quinta do Lapridario - Casa de Cha
Right at the entrance of the Arrabida National Park, you with find Quinta do Lapidario, a delight tea room, which has a wonderful selection of regional cakes and desserts. Here you can also buy a wonderful array of hand made Portugues tiles. all made on the premises.... a truly wonderful setting to enjoy a cup of tea.
   
   
Vertigem Azul - Dolphin Watching
Is an exciting company which offers a range of outdoor activities, such as Dolphin watching, canoeing, 4x4 jeep tours. Something for everyone. A great day for all the family.
    
  
Convento do Arrabida
The Arrabida Monastry was built in the 16th Century, it consists of the old monastry, the monastry, the garden and the Bom Jesus shrine, which is all set in 25 hectares.
All this is situated the in great natural beauty of the Arrabida National Park. It was open to the public in 1977, but in 1990 an agreement was signed between the Fundacao Oriente and the Portugese Commemoration of Discoveries, this has attracted internationally renowned specialists from a range of fields. Historical, cultural, science and art. The Monastery is open to the public every year for concerts and St days. A very special place to visit.
   
Sesimbra Castle & Church
Enjoy the spectacular views from this 17th Century Castle. Visit the beautiful tiled church. Enjoy a walk in the grounds.
    
 
Sesimbra Food Market
daily fresh produce mostly home grown, Freshly baked bread. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 7.30am till 2pm.
  
Centre Of Languages
Join Anabela for a course in Portugese while you are here.... From beginners to advanced, Anabela can help you all. Go home with everlasting memories of Portugal and impress your friends & family.
   
Sunday Markets
Azeitao Market is held on the 1st Sunday of every month just off the N10 in Azeitao. Here you see tradtional gypsies all dressed in black. You will
find the locals doing their shopping whether it be food, livestock, or clothes. A great day out and a fabulous lunch to.

Lagao Market is held every Sunday, near the lagoon a short distance from the house. Here you can buy fresh produce all home grown and made, along clothes, shoes and dvd's.
 
Jose Maria da Fonseca - Winery Tour and Shop.
Jose Maria da Fonseca is the oldest and one of the most prestigious wineries in Portugal. It is situated in the town of Azeitao, a few km's from Sesimbra. The Company is still family run & owned. They have been involved in the wine business for over 160 years.
Daily tours are available where you can visit the wine cellars & sample some of the wine.
    
 
Horse Riding at Quinta de Picao
Quinta de Picao is a horse riding centre in the Vale of Arrabida called Brejos de Axeitao. It is run by a lovely Lady called Isabel who has five wonderful horses. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery, at your leisure. Treks tailor made for you.
    
 
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Quinta do Lapridario - Casa de Cha
Right at the entrance of the Arrabida National Park, you with find Quinta do Lapidario, a delight te... more
Vertigem Azul - Dolphin Watching
Is an exciting company which offers a range of outdoor activities, such as Dolphin watching, canoein... more
Convento do Arrabida
The Arrabida Monastry was built in the 16th Century, it consists of the old monastry, the monastry, ... more
Sesimbra Castle & Church
Enjoy the spectacular views from this 17th Century Castle. Visit the beautiful tiled church. Enjoy a... more
Sesimbra Food Market
daily fresh produce mostly home grown, Freshly baked bread. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 7.30am till ... more
Centre Of Languages
Join Anabela for a course in Portugese while you are here.... From beginners to advanced, Anabela ca... more
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My HolidayVilla Rentals
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Vertigem Azul
Vertigem Azul is a company in Setúbal, that was created in 1998 by Maria João Fonseca and Pedro Narra. The main product offer is dolphin watching. Beside that, Vertigem Azul provides canoeing trips, for one or more days, and Jeep tours. Vertigem Azul, offer boat-based dolphin watching for the only Bottlenose Dolphin resident population in Portugal on the Natural Reserve of the Sado estuary.
Arrabida Adventura -
Arrábida Aventuras is an exciting new company specialising in outdoor sports and activities. Its outdoor centre is located to the south of Lisbon between Palmela and Setúbal in the heart of the beautiful Arrábida National Park. There are 7 hectares of woodland, forest and scrubland which are used to help you escape into a world of adventure and excitement.
IHA Vacation Rental
vacation rentals
Homelidays
Holiday Rental
Portugals Official Website.
an indepth website full of information about Portugal.
Clube Quinta do Peru
Enjoy a round of golf on this 18 hole golf course. includes Club House, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts & a Horse Riding Centre.
A Guide To Lisbon
An essential guide to Lisbon and all it has to offer
Flight Information
The ideal place to find your flight to Portugal
Portugal tourist information
Here you will find information about Portugal tourism, trade, investment, as well as general information about the country.
Julie and Gaël. (France)
Hi Mandy and Ian, Thanks for your mail. We were very happy in your house. It was really co... more
Grene Family (Denmark)
Dear Mandy thanks for another lovely stay, We have enjoyed it very much, as usual. All the best to y... more
Duong Family (Canada)
Dear Mandy and Ian: Hope you are feeling well, Mandy. Thank you for the pictures. We all had a gre... more
Piers and Marsha (USA)
Ditto to the comments below, and we REALLY enjoyed our stay here. Luck has nothing to do with life -... more
Bobbie & Phil (Uk)
Dear Mandy (& Ian), really enjoyed the time we have been here, would reconmend you to anyone. Thank... more
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