This little chapel, which survived the earthquake, has a domed Manueline ceiling and the walls are covered in 18th century tiles depicting the life of Christ.

Most Sunday's at 12 noon public Mass is celebrated in this small chapel.

Today the Quinta has been converted into one of the most pleasant country accommodations in Portugal.

The manor has been completely restored and is luxuriously furnished with Portuguese antique furniture.

The attention to detail is amazing, even the Port wine decanters in the bedrooms are replenished daily.

There are seven bedrooms in the main house, all with ensuite bathrooms except for one where the bathroom door is adjacent to the bedroom door. All rooms have a telephone and are centrally heated in winter.

There are several cottages in the grounds of the estate which have both hotel service and self catering facilities. Each of these cottages comprises two double rooms with a bathroom, a sitting room, a kitchen and a terrace and private garden.

There is a gymnasium, sauna and, in a secluded part of the garden, a small swimming pool. Horse riding and tennis are available nearby.

The quinta is on the small road to Colares and is 30 minutes from Lisbon by the frequent trains from Sintra.

Its location makes it an ideal base for visiting the sightseeing areas of Sintra, which has been classified a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the exciting and interesting capital city of Lisbon and, the coastal areas.

From the area there are spectacular views of the mountains and the romantic Palace of Monserrate with its botanical gardens is nearbr.

The gardens have a view across the plains to the sea which is the setting for some magnificent sunsets.

Visitors may also be interested in the many golf courses in the area which can be seen by clicking here.

Quinta da Capela is a very popular manor house with our clients. and availability is limited.