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Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes

Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes

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A heated pool
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Colares, Sintra
  • Popular LocationSintra National Palace9 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuinta da Regaleira11 min drive
  • Popular LocationPena Palace17 min drive
  • AirportLisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)43 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 9
2583 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    1 single bed
Bedroom 3
    2 single beds
Bedroom 4
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes

This beautiful villa (10625/AL) is located in the village of Galamares, 4km drive or 1,5km by walking trail to World Heritage Sintra, 5min drive to various beaches, 15 min to Cascais/Estoril and 35min to downtown Lisbon. It is south facing and in a quiet neighbourhood. It is less than 10min drive to all the major sights. It has a private heated swimming pool (Apr 15 - Oct 15). The 60m2 living room enjoy a splendid clear view over the Sintra mountain and Monserrate palace which is lighted up in the evenings and no other buildings in front. It has 1000 m2 of a well cared garden with grassed areas, flowers and some pine trees. It has a relaxing wooden deck over the pool and an outdoor covered lounge area with sofas in front of the BBQ area. It has 4 bedrooms, 9 beds, 2 baby-beds, 3 full bathrooms plus an extra entrance w/c. It has cable TV, stereo, unlimited wireless Internet and table tennis. Within a 5 minute walk there are 2 restaurants, a grocery shop, a couple of cafés, bus stop and 100 year old tram line. The closest big supermarket is 4min by car in the village of Colares. Along the seaside there are many seafood restaurants and cafés.
Included in the fee is cleaning in the middle of the week and at the end of the stay.
All towels, sheets and blankets are included.

Walking path to Sintra: From the house you can walk up to historic Sintra. It takes about 25 minutes.

About the rooms: There are 9 adult beds + 1 sofa-bed + 2 baby beds.
The pool is electrically heated to 26 degrees from Apri 15 - Oct 15, not the rest of the year.
The pool area can be closed for child protection.
A tennis table is always set up.

The Sintra sights:
Quinta da Regaleira – “Enchanted mansion” with secret passageways, botanical garden and beautiful views.
Castelo dos Mouros – You can walk on the steep stony walls overlooking the stunning view.
Palácio da Pena – Enormous fully equipped saloons, bedrooms, kitchen just as it was hundreds of years ago.
Convento dos Capuchos – Sculpted in the rocks, midget sized living room, bedrooms, kitchen, chapel and a washroom with a river running underneath, a sinister place.
Palácio de Monserrate – Built by an English trader with a majestic botanical garden.
Palácio da Vila – Grandeur saloons with intricate wood work, marble and sculptures.
Weekend fruit market near Almoçageme.
Weekend antique market in Colares
Cabo da Roca, Europe’s most Western point with 200m high cliffs.
The village of Almoçageme and Praia da Adraga where you will find the incredible seaside cliff walking trails with breathtaking scenery.
Azenhas do Mar, a village perched on a cliff.
Visit Penedo village and Peninha to see the views.
7km long seaside boardwalk in the Cascais/Estoril area.
At least 5 golf courses 15 min by car.
Huge shopping malls with all types of food, 15min by car.
Doctor and clinics nearby.
Major hospital 20 min by car.

Property manager

Antonio Cruz

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking in the verandas permitted.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2583 sq ft (240 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property
Note from host: 2 cots, 2 baby chairs

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 10625/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sintra

Located by the sea, this villa is in Galamares, a neighbourhood in Sintra. Sintra National Palace and Pena Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guincho Beach and Ribeira Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sintra Science Center, or check out an event or a game at Estoril Racetrack. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.

What's nearby

  • Monserrate Palace - 6 min drive
  • Sintra National Palace - 9 min drive
  • Quinta da Regaleira - 11 min drive
  • Estoril Racetrack - 14 min drive
  • Pena Palace - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Sintra Station - 9 min drive
  • Galamares Tram Stop - 14 min walk
  • Cascais (CAT) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Quinta da Regaleira - 11 min drive
  • Fatto in Sintra - 10 min drive
  • Pub Medieval Casa do Fauno - 12 min drive
  • Tea House - Palàcio Monserrate - 7 min drive
  • Estrada Velha - Actividades Hoteleiras - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private heated pool, open view, 5 min. to beaches & Sintra, walk to shop & cafes located?

This family-friendly Sintra villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sintra Mountains and Sintra Science Center. Sintra National Palace and Anjos Teixeira Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). Galamares Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and Ribeira de Sintra Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to explore beaches, Lisbon, Sintra
Overall a very nice stay. Nice sized house with a good layout for a big family. The location was great for exploring the whole area. It is a long walk into Sintra so a ride is pretty much necessary but Ubers are everywhere.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

edward c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Antonio, the host, was friendly and very helpful. The villa gave us everything we wanted, it is spacious, very clean and extremely well equipped for our 3 generations. We loved the pool, especially the grandchildren who were reluctant to get out! The gardens were beautiful and a great place for hide and seek. It is ideally located for all the Sintra historic sites and the local beaches could be easily reached by car. The lanes and footpaths are great for walking and running, especially if you wanted to leave the car at home. There is a grocery store, cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance and would particularly recommend Cantinho do Picadeiro. We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz Totterdell

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa. Perfect host!
We loved the villa, the pool and the garden. And the view! Fantastic area too! So easy to go to so many interesting places. Antonio was a perfect host - very helpful. All in all a perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious home, just as advertised.
We stayed comfortably and happily with our family from Germany. The was plenty of space for the eight of us to sleep and in fact, the house sleeps more. The rooms were clean, the pool was nice, and the kitchen well-stocked. A great value for the price we paid, and a short cars-drive away from the local tourist spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

stuart JACKSON

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa in scenic setting
A well equipped villa with everything you need. Pool was heated and comfortable for dipping in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

SAEID G.

Wonderful, property with excellent scenery.
This is one of the most beautiful properties I have stayed in. The house is equipped with literally everything you need. The Internet speed here is very good. The house was kept extremely clean by the cleaner that came in once a week (very friendly lady). Unfortunately, the issues that we had was that the House was extremely damp. Due to the microclimate of the area. The bed always felt damp and the smell of the damp on the bed was pretty horrific. Truth be said, I don't think anything can be done about this. If you are going to stay at this property, it is critical for you to have your own vehicle or transport. Taxi service will not come out to this area for some reason. It was a nightmare trying to get a taxi. The bus service is good in this area, however, It's always very overcrowded. The tram looked like a wonderful way of seeing the area. But again, the tram was always packed and we could never get on. Another big problem that we faced as a family was the mosquitoes. By the second night, everybody in my family had been stung by mosquitoes. Don't forget to take mosquito repellent and fly spray. The outside areas, specially paving and steps going to up to the House, could have been better maintained. As there was lots of loose tiles. Unfortunately, I did have a bad fall on one of these steps going up to the house. Is best to avoid the gardener I didn't find him friendly and the quality of his work was not very good. Every time he left the swimming pool was covered with debris and grass cutting. Finally. The next door neighbour has three large dogs that continuously bark throughout the whole day. This can be a problem if you're trying to sleep in. Enjoy your trip if you're going there.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Family Holiday
The villa was spacious and very comfortable. The children just loved the pool (so did the adults)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ML P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Accomodation
Great place for multiple-person stay! There is the main house which has a big bath, and one of the three bedrooms in the house has its own bath/toilet. Then there are two other little separately locking spaces outside of the main house with bathrooms/showers for your other guests privacy. Laundry room on site was also great for our longer stay. The kitchen is a bit antiquated - you have to light the cook-top with a match - but served us well. Access to regional attractions was great! You can see one of the Sintra Castles from out the front window, although I think it was a bit far to walk to. Short drive to local beaches and Portela de Sintra train station for trips to Lisbon and such; would not recommend using main Sintra station due to lack of parking and crowding in town. Overall, a great location for an extended visit!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully equipped family house with fabulous views of the Sintra forests
This is a perfect family house that is fully equipped inside and out. Great layout, kitchen, bathrooms, family and dining rooms, bedrooms, heated pool, ping pong table, washer and dryer, baby crib and the list goes on. Lots of space indoors and around the outside of the house and pool. Antonio was very nice and helpful. The house was cleaned while we were there. The cleaning woman was very good, kind and ensured we had everything for our grandson (baby). We hiked, partially up a secluded path near the house, to Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira and the Moorish castle - 17km up and back including time spent at each location, but well worth the effort. There is a nice restaurant very close to the house by the equestrian park. The beaches are a short drive away - Praia Grande and others - and Cascais is not too far away either. We would definitely like to come back to this house. Thanks Antonio.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great property for visits to Sintra
Enjoyed our stay Host Antonio friendly and very helpful. Great space for a family holiday
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022