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A two-story house with a swimming pool in front.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a white sofa, a blue armchair, a glass coffee table with a vase of flowers, a patterned rug, and a view of mountains through large windows.
A stone gate with a black metal gate, a white wall with a sign, and purple flowers.
A staircase leading to a second floor, a wooden bench, a wicker basket with plants, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sintra, Lisboa
  • Place, Sintra Mountains
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Monserrate Palace
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Quinta da Regaleira
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Quarto 1

1 Double Bed

Quarto 2

1 King Bed

Quarto 3

1 Single Bed

Quarto 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Casa de banho 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet

Casa de banho 2

Shower only

Casa de banho 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces

350m2 house placed in a 4 hectar propriety with sunny terrace and a flowery 900m2 garden. Sittiing , living and dining room, 4 bedrooms with 3 single beds, 1 baby bed and 2 couple beds, 3 bathrooms with shower (+ one shower in exterior). Traditional contemporary architecture, large windows, lots of sunlight and an excellent view to various Sintra palaces. Luxury contemporary furniture and a fully equipped kitchen, everything with a large amount of space. Perfect for a paradise vacation!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 21215/AL
Property # 1127926
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
This property accepts cash
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sintra

Located in Sintra, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Sintra National Palace and Pena Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guincho Beach and Carcavelos Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Autódromo Fernanda Pires da Silva or Clube de Tenis do Estoril. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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Sintra, Lisboa

What's nearby

  • Sintra Mountains - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Monserrate Palace - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Quinta da Regaleira - 11 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sintra National Palace - 13 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Pena Palace - 14 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Galamares Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Mira Sintra-Meleças Station - 15 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Quinta da Regaleira - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Café Paris - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fatto in Sintra - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Villa Craft Beer & Bread - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Marvellous villa with pool near beach,wonderful view to palaces located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sintra Mountains, Sintra Science Center and Monserrate Palace. Sintra National Palace and Anjos Teixeira Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic place!! Beautiful house, grounds and pool were lovely. Highly recommend for families looking for somewhere quiet but close enough to get to Sintra/beaches easily.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

This was a truly delightful house and a great holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacky C.

Fabulous place for a family holiday!

Casa Heleno is a lovely house with beautiful gardens and a fantastic view across the valley towards the palaces at Sintra. We spent much time sitting on the terrace admiring the view and using the pool. Maria was a very attentive host who clearly cares about the house and her guests. There are two restaurants within walking distance. We would gladly come again and would highly recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa with spectacular views. The listed photos do not do it justice! The villa overlooks all the palaces, which are lit up at night. The villa is the perfect base for visiting all the palaces, beaches and a Lisbon day trip if you wanted. Hire car is essential however uber is very easy and affordable if you want to eat out and drink alcohol. We are a family of four with children of 10 and 7. Maria is a wonderful host and did everything possible to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful property

This property had spectacular views of several palaces, they looked awesome lit up at night. The house was very comfortable with a very well equipped kitchen. The pool was fantastic after a day of sightseeing. The proximity to Sintra was great. The castles and palaces we visited were all within a half hour drive. We visited several beaches that were within 15-20 minute drive. Restaurants were located close by also. The grounds were beautiful, and interesting to explore. The house was decorated lovely, I would not hesitate to stay here again and would recommend it highly. The host was extremely easy to contact and was very responsive, overall a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thanks for the amazing review! We're thrilled you loved the spectacular views, comfortable house, and fantastic pool. The location near Sintra and its attractions, as well as the beaches and restaurants, made your stay enjoyable. We'd be happy to welcome you again! Your recommendation means a lot to us. Feel free to reach out anytime. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Therese R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding in Sintra

This Villa was a wonderful place for a group of us to stay when traveling for a family wedding in Sintra. Maria and Petra were very responsive to any questions we had and to any needs. We had some travel delays so the check-in process was one I was concerned about however Maria was extremely flexible and met other members of our party who ended up arriving before we did.The weather was a little too cool for us to enjoy the beautiful pool. However the property is pristine and beautiful. The view from the villa to the hillside of Sintra is breathtaking. If we are ever lucky enough to return, we would be looking to see if Maria and Petra’s place is available.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure to host you and your family during such a special occasion. We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the villa and the views of Sintra — even if the weather didn’t fully cooperate for a swim! 😊 It means a lot to us that you appreciated our communication and flexibility. You’re always welcome back, and we’d love to host you again anytime you’re in the area. Warm wishes from Maria and Petra! 🌿💫
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The villa is perfectly located with beautiful views across the valley to the palaces at Sintra (although we did have very misty mornings and evenings during our stay) Quiet and away from the crowds but easy to reach Lisbon and the coast and just book an Uber to get straight to the Pena Palace in the mornings. Easy walk down to the two traditional village restaurants The decor and furnishings in the villa are very traditional, well presented and spotlessly clean. Some areas may need a little updating but there is everything there that you would need and we felt very comfortable The external area is very attractive and well kept with a lovely pool , unfortunately we couldn't make the most of this as the weather although very pleasant wasn't hot enough to warm the pool at all Maria was a very welcoming and helpful host; we very much enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of four (with two children under 10) recently returned from a fantastic 10-night stay at a beautiful villa in Sintra, and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect holiday. From the moment we arrived, we felt incredibly welcome and safe, which is so important when traveling with young children.The villa itself was a dream come true. The pool was simply fantastic, providing endless hours of fun for the kids and a wonderful place for us to relax and cool off. The garden was a true highlight—lush, beautifully maintained, and a peaceful haven where we could enjoy our morning coffee or an evening drink. Inside, the amenities were excellent; everything we needed was provided, making our stay comfortable and stress-free.One of the best things about the location was how easy it was to explore. We were able to use the Bolt app to get taxis to the local sights in Sintra, making it incredibly convenient to visit the palaces and historic town without any hassle. We also managed a wonderful day trip to Lisbon, which was a fantastic adventure for the whole family.We would highly recommend this villa to any family looking for a relaxing, safe, and truly magical holiday. We've made some wonderful memories and hope to return one day!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a lovely stay here. Maria was there to greet us and give us the lay of the house. She was so sweet. The home is quaint and had everything we needed. And when there was a plumbing issue in the upstairs bathroom, she sent someone right away the next day to fix it. She was very responsive on Vrbo messages prior and during the trip. The grounds are stunning and landscaping impeccable. There isn’t a hot tub as the listing states. But the pool is so nice! Overall, we would definitely recommend this house for your Sintra stay. It’s a little removed from the busier parts which we loved, and it only took 6-8 minutes to get an Uber there, so not bad. Uber is readily available everywhere, and downtown old Sintra is the cutest, quaintest place for restaurants, shops, etc and it’s only 10-15 min from this house. We did have to message her and ask her to make up the one single bed my friend stayed in and they came right away the next day to do that. Maria was so friendly and accommodating. She even sent a technician to teach us how to use the fireplace because my mom gets cold and the evening and mornings were chilly in May. Lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that we were able to assist you promptly. Your detailed feedback about the location, amenities, and Maria's responsiveness is invaluable. We're glad you found the house comfortable and well-situated for exploring Sintra. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthias L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in Marias Haus mit unseren beiden Kindern sehr genossen. Das Haus ist sehr gepflegt und jedes Zimmer ist sehr geschmackvoll und authentisch eingerichtet. Die ruhige Lage und der wunderschöne Garten mit Pool hat uns ebenfalls sehr gut gefallen. Maria selbst hat uns das Haus gezeigt und wir konnten sie zwischendurch jederzeit kontaktieren. 100% Weiterempfehlung.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heiko G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Sintra

Wir hatten als vierköpfige Familie einen tollen Urlaub in diesem schönen Ferienhaus. Das Haus entspricht voll der Beschreibung bzw. den Bildern und der Ausblick auf die Sehenswürdigkeiten von Sintra ist einmalig. Vielen Dank auch an die sehr hilfsbereite und leicht zu kontaktierende Gastgeberin Fr. Schumann.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruno A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa et vue sublime

Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine dans cette belle et grande maison. La villa et la vue sont sublimes. La piscine est grande et la maison est spacieuse. La maison est située dans un endroit très calme mais reste relativement proche des commerces et restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Thank you for sharing your thoughts pleasant feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful week in our villa. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views, traditional home, very sweet host

We rented the property for a 2 week summer holiday. Maria was kind and caring, and was responsive to all of our questions. The house is very traditional, so could use a few upgrades, but there was plenty of space to spread out and enjoy ourselves. The view is spectacular. The property is quiet and in a peaceful neighborhood. My boys loved the pool and playing around the grounds.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful location. Amazing views

The location of the property is amazing, to the north of the Serra Sintra hills so you can see the Moorish Fort, Pena and Monserrate Palaces whilst sitting on the terrace. The pool is huge and great for swimming. Gardens around the house are beautifully tended. The remainder of the 2 hectares is more rural, but nice to explore (if the weather is cooler). You do need a car to stay here as it's quite rural, but close to several small towns/villages. Sintra is only 15 mins by car. The house is large and has all facilities needed. We tended to spend the main part of the day at the house and pool and then visit the historic sites from mid afternoon onwards. Cascais and the beaches are in easy range too. Would fully recommend for a relaxed holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gill Harley-Mason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent family week holiday in Sintra

We were a family of 6 adults for a week and had a wonderful time. The property was clean and spacious, and had everything we needed, the pool was a good size and cleaned during our stay. The gardens were beautiful and there were plenty of chairs and shades for sunbathing. . The views across to the National park were amazing - especially at night. Maria was a delightful host and extremely helpful. There was a generous and very welcome snack on our arrival at midnight! It was a bit fiddly to get to - you would need a car - but only half an hour from Lisbon. Thanks very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un séjour parfait!

Une vue à couper le souffle sur Sintra et ses châteaux, la maison et son terrain sont très bien entretenus, avec équipement complet, la propriétaire a été également très accueillante. La proximité de Lisbonne et des plages nous ont également beaucoup plu, attention quand même aux petites routes un peu étroites. Nous avons passé 15 jours de bonheur en famille.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We spend a wonderful week in this villa with our family. We highly recommend it !

We spend a wonderful week in this spacious and very well equipped villa. The house has a lot of charm : a beautiful and very well maintained garden, a large swimming pool, a very well oriented terrace that offers a splendid view of the mountain of Sintra and its castles. We highly recommend this Villa, the ideal starting point to discover Lisbon and Sintra.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hanneke E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijke villa

Deze villa ligt in een prachtige omgeving vlakbij allerlei mooie en leuke bezienswaardigheden. Het strand met prachtige rotspartijen en leuke strandtentjes ligt op 10 minuutjes rijden. De communicatie verliep prettig en de foto’s op de site geven precies weer zoals de villa is. Met een prachtige tuin omgeven en heerlijk rustig in een stil wat afgelegen dorpje. Prima te bereiken met de auto die je wel nodig hebt aangezien er in de buurt van de villa niets te beleven valt. Deze villa is een zeer fijne plek om vakantie door te brengen. Wij hebben genoten.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

edward h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa near Sintra

This a really lovely house in a fantastic location just outside Sintra with amazing views across the immaculate garden and pool to the famous and colourful hilltop Palacio de Pena. Very quiet location but easy access to Sintra, Lisbon, Estoril and the Atlantic coast. Very friendly and helpful owner and property manager. Thanks for a a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Great location near to Sintra and beaches

We stayed at this villa in the second half of August. Wonderful sanctuary from the peak season crowds, fabulous view, beautiful garden, ample accommodation for our party of 6 and large pool. If you want a more rural location but with easy accesses to beaches and Sintra, this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bénédicte d.

Luxe et calme

Très beau jardin, maison de charme et hôtesse délicieuse
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Perfect House for us

7 of us (4 adults and 3 teenagers) stayed for a week in July. The house is fabulous and exactly what we needed for a holiday. It is clearly a much loved house for Maria and, as a result, it is a fantastic place to stay. Maria was an excellent host. The kitchen is excellent with a very good range of condiments and basic cooking items. The bedrooms are great. There are two doubles on the lower level which are serviced by two bathrooms. There is a larger bedroom with 3 beds on the upper level with its own bathroom. The grounds are just fantastic. The pool is large and was a perfect size for us. The lawn is luscious and the beautiful gardens are extremely well maintained. There is a fabulous view across to the all the local landmarks (Palacio Pena, Palacio Nacional, Moorish Castle, Quinta De Regaleira, Monserrate, etc) The bonus for us was all the fruit trees. We were encouraged to eat as many apricots as we could, because they were the trees that were in fruit at the time that we were there. I would describe the location as semi-rural since it is on the outskirts of the village of Nafarros. We walked into the two restaurants in village. There is a small supermarket in nearby villages. Sintra is very easy to access (a short drive) and there is a large supermarket there. There is also a large and free carpark at the Portela de Sintra station for access to Lisbon (40 mins by train). The nearby beaches at Praia Grande and Praia das Macas are sandy and clean. We found many good restaurants in the local area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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8/10 Good

Brent M.

Style and comfort

The two don’t always go together but here they do! Beautiful home with a fantastic garden and a most charming hostess! Lots of space even for six. The kitchen was wonderful and very easy to work in. Main bedrooms up a short flight of stairs with a bath and a half. The property is centrally located being right between Sintra and all of the wonderful beaches. We were blessed with beautiful weather but it was cool enough that the pool was a bit chilly. We would love to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you and we are also looking forward seeing you soon Best Maria
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Magnifique maison avec vue splendide et imprenable

Accueil très chaleureux. Maria a été une hôte parfaite. La maison est t belle, piscine superbe (eau salée). Le jardin est magnifique et t bien entretenu. Largement assez de transats... La vue est ... exceptionelle, sur les palais de Sintra et le parc naturel. On mange des figues et des pommes du jardin. Cuisine t bien équipée, avec Nespresso, quantité d'ustensiles, serviettes de bain - on a trouvé l'équipement parfait. T tranquille (à part quelques jours de fête dans le village voisin, pas très dérangeant). ON reviendra!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you to your fantastic comentary. Looking forward to see you again Best regards Maria
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10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle K.

Excellent family home

We stayed at Heleno House in the middle of August with our family and had a splendid time. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. The location is excellent but in a quiet spot. Conveniently located, within short driving distance from beaches, Sintra, Cascais and Lisbon. The owner, Maria, is a wonderful and helpful host. The garden is gorgeous and well taken care of. The view from the property is second to none! Sitting outside on the porch watching Palacio da Pena and Montserrat in the distance - just spectacular! The pool is clean with enough chairs for everyone to relax. There are plenty of towels for pool use. The house does not feel like a rental but it really makes you feel at home. Thank you, Maria. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

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