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Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views

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A pool area with a view of the landscape, a blue fence, and potted plants.
A dining area with a stone wall, wooden table, and chairs. There are bookshelves and a cabinet with dishes.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a glass coffee table.
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a garden with flowers.
A spacious living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a stone wall with a mural.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sintra Mountains
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Penedo, Sintra
  • Place, Sintra Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casal Santa Maria
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rossio Square
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Toilet 1

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views

Standing on the side of the highest hill in the vicinity of Colares, in the village of Penedo, with the Serra da Sintra mountain range in the background, a World Heritage site and National Park, this villa boasts stunning views over the valley and the sea towards the local beaches. It features traditional architectural designs to complement the local setting and has an interior which has been designed for modern living in a classical style. Although private and peaceful, it is nevertheless within 10 minutes' drive of beaches, restaurants, shops and other amenities.
The swimming pool is open on 1st May and closes on 30th September. Should the client require use of the pool outside these dates, this is possible but at an extra charge. Pool shower available.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 is not permitted
During the off-season, as the prices do not include heating, for lettings longer than a week, prices and services are to be arranged with landlord.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 091030/AL
Property # 8130748
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Penedo, a neighbourhood in Sintra, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Sintra Science Center and Modern Art Museum of Sintra are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Olga Cadaval Cultural Center and Museum of the Sea. Cascais Cultural Center and Jardins do Casino Estoril are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Penedo, Sintra

What's nearby

  • Sintra Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Casal Santa Maria - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Belém Tower - 34 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Avenida da Liberdade - 36 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Rossio Square - 39 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Colares Tram Stop - 3 min drive
  • Rio de Mouro Station - 20 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moinho D. Quixote - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Toca do Júlio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar do Fundo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante da Adraga - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa With Private Garden & Swimming Pool with Stunning Valley & Sea Views located?

Located in Penedo, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Sintra Mountains and Casal Santa Maria. Capuchos Convent and Ulgueira Church are also within 2 miles (3 km). Colares Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and Banzão Tram Stop is 25 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

Location

Parking in the driveway was a challenge due to the narrow road. House was fine, very clean and had every utensil in the kitchen! Very close to Sinttra and good beaches nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Enjoyable vacation in Penedo

Lovely homely property with beautiful views. The communication with the host was very good and the housekeeper was very friendly and helpful. Driving around the local roads was tricky as they were narrow in places but we managed to navigate them. The decor in the house was really nice with lots of interesting art pieces and statues. Overall it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2022
We are very happy that John and his family enjoyed their holiday in our house and the surroundings of Sintra. We would be very happy to receive them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui Gee

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

Beautiful property with gorgeous views in quiet friendly village

The property is spacious and homely. The village is quite remote and the roads are narrow so if you’re not used to driving or if you have a particularly large car you may find it a bit stressful. We used Uber to get around and that worked well. You can walk to a couple of local restaurants and the next village where there is a well stocked mini market. Beautiful quiet and restful place
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2022
We are happy that you and the family enjoyed the holiday and thank you for your visit.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

September break

Lovely house, beautiful views over valley to the sea. Decor very nice and big rooms. Bathrooms and kitchen all have modern appliances and hot water. Nice pool and lovely flowers in garden. Due to location, late afternoon before you get the sun. Quiet, peaceful location. Up to the house roads are narrow and getting a car onto the drive was a challenge, but overall, lovely place, friendly, helpful owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2024
We are pleased that our clients enjoyed their stay at Casal Santo Antonio. We would be very happy to receive them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great holiday home in a pleasant location

Thank you for the wonderful stay in your beautiful holiday home. The equipment is excellent and we just don't miss anything. It was clean and well prepared by the caretaker. She was very very nice, but unfortunately she doesn’t understand English. So the handover/introduction to the house was a bit difficult (there was a little problem because the heating took some time to start). But in the end, everything went well, we were helped and satisfied. We can highly recommend the accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Thank you very much for the review and we are pleased that your holiday went well. We hope to see you again
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris D.

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

Penedo - 12 day stay

My wife and I shared this home with two other adult friends and we found the house and grounds to be very nice, well kept, very livable and having much character. All questions and issues raised were quickly addressed by the owners and all in all our stay was very nice. The property would benefit from a dehumidifier as the house had a musty odor. Also, be advised, the drive up to the property is through extremely narrow roads, often of one car width, many blind curves assisted by mirrors and steep inclines. The surrounding area offered both fresh and indoor markets, nice beaches, a variety of restaurants and access to Sintra and Cascais within a 20-30 minute drive.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2022
We are happy that our clients enjoyed their stay at our house and were able to benefit from the local amenities. We will be happy to receive them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graeme H.

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

Fantastic break at great villa in Penedo

Booking was easy with great communication from the Villa owners. Our arrival was disrupted by flights being cancelled but Julieta & Howard were able to accommodate our late arrival. Villa is bigger than the pictures suggest & has everything you need. Car is needed to get around as Penedo has limited shops. As mentioned in other reviews, the roads in Penedo are very narrow & getting the car into the driveway does take a bit of getting used to. As it’s quite high up in the hills Penedo has a bit of a micro climate & it can be quite foggy and cool but drive for 10 mins out of Penedo and it’s sunny & hot. Lots of great beaches nearby and easy to get a train into Lisbon from Sintra.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
We are pleased that Graeme and his family enjoyed their stay at our house and thank him for his kind comments. We would also be happy to receive them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yazan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une expérience très agréable dans une maison bien entretenue. Expérience très adaptée aux familles et a proximité de tous les points d’intérêt (15 min de voiture). Expérience à renouveler :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dr. Rudolf A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Nach dem hervorragenden Internetauftritt, hatten wir eine andere Erwartung. Manches in dem Haus ist in die Jahre gekommen mit entsprechendem muffigem Geruch (was durch eine andere Bewertung bereits angesprochen wurde). Es waren auch nicht die auf dem Foto erkennbaren 4 Liegestühle vorhanden, sondern nur 2 ältere, Sitzliegestühle, von denen einer dann zusammenbrach. Auf dem oberen Balkon gibt es auch keine Frühstücksmöglichkeit - wie angegeben - der Balkon ist völlig leer. Die Verständigung mit Amalia, die nur Portugiesisch spricht (weder Englisch noch Spanisch) war etwas schwierig. Wir hätten das Haus in dem vorhandenen Zustand sicherlich nicht gemietet. Positiv kann man vermerken, dass die Küche und deren Einrichtung ok ist, auch die Aussicht und die Pflanzen im Garten. Die engen Straßen waren nicht das Problem, ein Spiegel an der Ausfahrt wäre sicherlich empfehlenswert.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Wunderschöner Unterkunft

Es war ein sehr schöner, erholsamer Urlaub. Die Unterkunft war großartig
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2024
We are happy that they enjoyed the house and their holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MAI D.

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

Une très belle maison avec belle vue sur la mer

Deuxième été dans cette belle maison bien située, bien équipée avec une belle piscine et une belle vue
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MAI D.

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

Emplacement splendide, maison magnifique

un séjour formidable dans une maison bien équipée et très belle. Bon emplacement proche des plages, de marchés et de bons restaurants. Une vue magnifique de la maison avec coucher du soleil au bord de la piscine le soir! Hôtes très prévenants et disponibles. Nous réservons de nouveau pour l'année prochaine!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
We are very happy and grateful for the lovely review and we are looking forward to receiving this family again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C.

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

Our Sintra holiday

The house was lovely. There was plenty of space and it was also homely with many personal touches. The kitchen was well equipped. The garden was small but very attractive with spectacular views. The owners were very helpful and courteous. My only suggestion for improvement would be some information about local restaurants etc. because the driving was quite difficult we didn't want to eat dinner too far away and had to try to find local restaurants. On our last night we found a very nice one on the way to Cabo da Roca which we wished we had found earlier. The surrounding countryside is beautiful as are the beaches which are also very dramatic. The local supermarket and takeaway were invaluable. Thanks for a wonderful holiday which was only slightly marred by our friend contracting covid towards the end of the week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
We are grateful for your lovely review and taking your time to write. We also enjoyed your staying and you would be very welcome if you wish ever to come back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

dominique b.

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

maison au calme et très bien equipee

demeure calme et paisible avec belle vue sur la mer ,très bien équipée nous avons beaucoup apprécié le couchage, la piscine , le barbecue ainsi que la grande pièce à vivre du rez de chaussée. par contre l’accès au village de Penedi est un peu délicat en voiture , ruelles très étroites et qui mériterait d’être précisée dans l’annonce .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write the review. We appreciate it and we are happy that you found the house comfortable. The accesses to the villa are, in fact, at times a bit narrow; however, the geographic setting of the village does not leave an alternative. We are waiting patiently for the local authority to make it a one-way route.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabine L.

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

Romantic meets Comfort

Das Haus ist eingefügt in die pittoreske Umgebung des Ortes. Im Inneren entfaltet sich eine beachtliche Geräumigkeit, die zusammen mit der liebevollen Einrichtung und der sehr guten Ausstattung für Komfort und Wohlgefühl sorgen. Der Pool ist allemal ausreichend für eine wohltuende Erfrischung und die Aussicht bis zum Meer ist wundervoll. Vielen Dank an die Gastgeber, wir kommen wieder
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard C.

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

Penedo Vacation September 2019

We have just returned from a very enjoyable holiday in Penedo. Our holiday villa was clean, comfortable, well appointed and just as described on the website. We were met on arrival and given a guided tour of the property which was useful. The streets in Penedo are narrow throughout, steep in places with numerous tight corners requiring care to negotiate. We hired a medium sized estate car - think Focus, Golf, Astra or similar- and this was probably ideal for the size of the roads. Street parking is limited near the villa (and could result in damage from vehicles trying to get through) but we found that reversing into the driveway was by far the best option. Once out on the open road, we enjoyed visits to Sintra, Ericeira, Estoril , Cascais and Cabo De Roca, whilst a trip to Lisbon was made using the train and parking the car at Sintra Portela station. Overall, we were very pleased with this villa which we highly recommend for a family holiday Howard and Mandy Cross
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We thank Howard & Mandy Cross for their kind comments. Yes, the roads in Penedo, being a village, are quite narrow; however, the villa does have its own private parking spaces, accommodating 4 cars through gates on either side of the house. We would be happy to receive this family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie H.

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

Lovely hideaway!

Well equipped secluded property yet within reach of beautiful beaches, town of Sintra and lovely Lisbon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wally K.

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

Feels like home

As soon as you walk in, you can tell that this house has been looked after. Great decor and you have all of the amenities that you need. The lady that took us around the house, Amalia, was very friendly and helpful. The owner Julieta is also a pleasure to deal with. We will be back !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We are happy that Wally and his family enjoyed our house and it was also a pleasure to have received them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Family holiday in Penedo villa

Beautiful property with everything needed for the perfect family stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We are happy that Suzanne and her family have stayed with us and enjoyed the house. We thank them for such kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey C.

Een mooi en gezellig verblijf, met een fantastisch uitzicht

Het was een heel aangenaam verblijf! Een mooie en goed verzorgde woning, met ruime kamers en goed onderhouden zwembad. Dit met een fantastisch zicht op zee en elke avond een unieke zonsondergang van op de verschillende terrassen! De ontvangst van de lokale Amelia was evenals heel warm, ook al was ons Portugees of Amilia's Engels niet zo goed, we begrepen elkaar voldoende en voelden ons direct thuis. Ook Amilia's attenties tijdens het verblijf werden heel erg geapprecieerd door ons! Zeker voor herhaling vatbaar!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We very much appreciate this review and are pleased that he and his family enjoyed their holiday in our house. Most welcome.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Lovely property in hill top location

The property is extremely well appointed internally and has all you need for a relaxing stay. We were out and about in the Portuguese countryside every day so had little time to enjoy the outside pool and patio. Situated in the small village of Penedo about 15 minutes by car from Sintra, the villa is in easy reach of Lisbon via the regular and extremely cheap train service. One tip on arrival would be to continue on the N247 beyond Colares and turn left for the village opposite the junction for Almoçageme, rather than following Google directions. These take you up an extremely steep, winding single track road with few passing places. We only tried it the once!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We thank Mr. Robert Ford for taking the time to write such kind words about our property. The tips regarding connections to Sintra and Lisbon and directions to the property are most welcome and we are sure that they will be of great help to future visitors. It was also a pleasure to have Mr. Robert Ford and his family staying in our property and we are thankful to them for looking after it so well.
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10/10 Excellent

Emma Marchant

A very impressive villa

This villa is fully equipped with everything you could need. The décor is very tasteful and classic and the furniture and beds are very comfy. The huge TV with lots of channels was a plus with two teenagers in tow - it meant that whilst we were preparing a meal or getting ready for an evening out they were fully occupied. The garden and pool are well maintained. Corales was a few minutes drive away and had everything we needed by way of small restaurants and supermarkets. The coastline is fantastic with beautiful beaches and pools (10 minutes drive) - most with amazing restaurants. A car is a must - as is the 15 minute drive to Sintra. Lisbon is easily accessed,. if you park at Sintra station and take the train. Howard and Julieta, the owners, were really helpful and just a call away if we needed to ask anything - as was Amalia their caretaker.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
We are grateful for such a positive review and are pleased that our clients enjoyed their holiday and found our villa to their liking.

About the host

Hosted by Julieta Taylor

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Why they chose this property

Recently-built villa with period decoration located in the Sintra National Park with a view down the valley to the sea at Praia das Macas.
Large sitting room, seating up to 10 people, leads out to a private swimming pool and garden with sea and valley views.
Adjacent dining room seats 12 with easy next to a fully-fitted kitchen and cloakroom.
Penedo is a quiet area so is ideal for a peaceful holiday but within easy distance of local facilities such as restaurants, beaches and shops.

What makes this property unique

Private swimming pool, private garden, secure parking.
Close to a 100-year old tramway which takes holiday-makers from Sintra, via Colares, to Praia das Macas and back.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese
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