Guests come for a quiet stay among the mountains and forest trails. Mountain Whisper is a group of stone cottages in the historic schist village of Gondramaz, in the Serra da Lousã. Chestnut woodland, the sound of waterfalls and walking paths shape the setting, while the cottages follow the village’s traditional style. Some have fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens and views across the mountain slopes. Casa do Escultor occupies the renovated former home of the village sculptor, with a balcony looking out over the range. A shared outdoor pool and barbecue sit by reception; the Casa do Escultor cottages also have a private barbecue area and a small outdoor dining spot. Activities in the surrounding mountains include mountain biking, downhill, enduro, trail running, abseiling and walks to the waterfalls. Gondramaz is a two-hour drive from Lisbon and an hour from Porto.