Entire home

Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra

Photo gallery for Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra

Modern bedroom with wooden bed frame and white linens — Villa Cassandra, luxury holiday villa in Sintra
A swimming pool with blue chairs and a yellow chair, surrounded by trees and a white wall.
A white building with a tiled roof, a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.
An outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs and a pool in the background.
A dining area with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, and a wooden cabinet with glass doors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Macas Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

View map
Sintra, Lisboa
  • Place, Macas Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Adraga Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Avenida da Liberdade
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cascais (CAT)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra

Conveniently spread over one level, and divided into two different buildings, villa Cassandra has lovely entertaining spaces, with a spacious lawn garden, dotted with flowers and framed by lush green vegetation enabling you to swim or soak up the sun in seclusion and comfort within the grounds of this well-appointed holiday home for 8 adults and 2 children.



For beach lovers “Praia Grande” is a must-go.

As the name suggests, Grande Beach is the largest beach on the Sintra coast. An expanse of white sand that delights holidaymakers. The purity of the Atlantic waters and the outline of the coast with its rugged cliffs make it a truly enjoyable spot at any time of the year.



The surrounding area lends itself to rewarding sightseeing. Besides Cascais and its animated holiday atmosphere, you can explore the Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais and Cabo da Roca.





Main house:

Fully equipped kitchen

Living room with fireplace

Dining room

1 bedroom with 2 single beds 0.90 m x 2.00 m

1 bathroom with bathtub

1 bedroom with 1 double bed 1.40 m x 2.00 m

1 bedroom with 1 double bed 1.40 m x 2.00 m



Central heating



Lower floor apartment:

Kitchen - partly lower ceiling

1 bedroom with 2 single beds 0.90 m x 2.00 m

1 bedroom with 1 double bed 1.40 m x 2.00 m

1 bathroom with shower



Portable heating



Outside:

Swimming pool: 10 m x 4 m x 1.20 m - 1.80 m

Children's swimming pool

Bathroom with shower

Shower

Dining area with BBQ and pizza oven

Indoor parking for 1 car and outside parking along the street





Distances:



These are private or public areas that do not form part of the property. Each has its own schedules and regulations, which must be confirmed with the relevant administration.



Praia Grande beach: 2 km

Restaurants: 1 km

Supermarket: 1.5 km

ATM: 1.9 km

Pharmacy: 1.3 km

Bus: 600 m

Train Station: 2 km

Praia das Maçãs: 1.3 km

Azenhas do Mar: 2.2 km

Colares: 2.5 km

Sintra: 11.1 km

Lisbon: 35 km

Lisbon Airport: 39.5 km





Security deposit: 600€

Wi-Fi: included

End-of-stay cleaning: included

Central heating optional; mandatory from mid-Oct to mid-Apr: 50€ per night

Pool/beach towels for rent: 5€ per towel per stay

Earliest arrival time: 16:00

Latest departure time: 10:00

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Terrace with sunken seating, infinity pool and fire pit — Villa Sublime, holiday villa in Sintra
Villa Sublime - Villa with swimming pool with amazing sea views near Sintra
Azenhas do Mar
  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
Villa Sublime - Villa with swimming pool with amazing sea views near Sintra

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Dangerous animals not allowed.
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-00:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 100
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Heating fee: EUR 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property Registration Number 10607/AL
Property # 11313882
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Sintra is home to this villa. Casal Santa Maria and Adraga Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tapada Nacional de Mafra Park and Macas Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Cascais Miragem and Jardim do Palácio do Marquês de Pombal.
View more Villas in Lisbon DistrictOpens in a new window
Map
Sintra, Lisboa

What's nearby

  • Macas Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Adraga Beach - 17 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Marquis of Pombal Square - 43 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Avenida da Liberdade - 44 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Rossio Square - 47 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Pinhal Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Algueirão-Mem Martins Station - 19 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar do Fundo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nortada - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Musa da Praia - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Monumental - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 100. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Cassandra - Holiday home perfect for surfing or sunbathing on Praia Grande near Sintra located?

Situated in Sintra, this villa is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Macas Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Grande Beach and Sintra Mountains. Casal Santa Maria and Adraga Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Pinhal Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Praia das Maçãs Tram Stop is 16 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place for us to stay after our wedding with our family for a few days

Great place for us to stay after our wedding with our family for a few days. 15/09/24
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice house with swimming pool and
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Hello Nathalie, thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the house and the swimming pool, and we’d be happy to welcome you back again in the future! :) Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great area and villa, lots os space

Great area and villa, lots os space. Huge fun.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice house with swimming pool 19/07/25

Nice house with swimming pool 19/07/25
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family getaway

Absolutley had the most amazing time Villa was clean, lovely and kids were always in the pool. Fantastic chill out Overall loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2024
Hello Lorraine, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time at the villa and that the kids enjoyed the pool. It's great to know you had a relaxing stay, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cozy villa with a large swimming pool at a short distance to amazing beaches

Absolutley had the most amazing time Villa was clean, lovely and kids were always in the pool. Fantastic chill out Overall loved it. 28/09/24
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed Villa Cassandra, it was a a beautiful house with a great pool, 20mins walk from th

We really enjoyed Villa Cassandra, it was a a beautiful house with a great pool, 20mins walk from the beach, and the on-site pizza oven was a real bonus. Loved it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Villa Casandra

Sandra was a great host. Villa and localization wonderful! Strongly recommended!!! 22/09/24
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good Stay, wonderful outside space

Great/responsive communication with owner at all times. Outside space and pool Good check in, shown round house and pool Comfortable beds Location to beach and shops easily walkable Overall a good stay and not really anything other than minor points mentioned which would make it more of a Great stay. 22/05/26 Not clear that the lower apartment has a very low ceiling/beams. Hit head several times. Dust and cup rings on window sills and dining cabinet. Not enough rubbish bags or dishwasher tabs for full week Pool towels pre-ordered were not there, however owner provided same day, no hassle at all. Broken dining chair.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect family get together.

Great Villa with split levels that can accommodate a large family group of various ages. Beautiful pool and dining area with well kept garden's. In a perfect tranquil spot and close proximity to the beach and supermarket. 13/09/25 The initial description was quite confusing. A little more clarity would work in your favour.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house grounds are the standout feature. A very nice yard and pool with a covered outdoor eating area made it very appealing to be outdoors as much as possible. The downstairs unit did not meet expectations for us. There is mold and high humidity and the kitchen isn’t furnished or integrated into the unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Hello Caitlyn,thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the outdoor spaces, pool, and dining area. We’re sorry to learn that the downstairs unit did not meet your expectations, and we’ll carefully review the humidity, mold, and kitchen setup to improve this part of the house for future guests. Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House / Great Stay

Pre-arrival comms were great. Easy to find. Very quiet area (apart from the barking dogs). Keys collected easily and shown round the house. House was as described. A few things could do with updating. No utensils or crockery / cutlery downstairs. And we had to turn the fridge on. Only minor things though which we sorted quickly. Great outdoor area. Great pool. Safe for small children. Really enjoyed our stay. Would happily recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Hello Johnny, thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for recommending us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay — especially the outdoor area and pool, and that check-in was smooth and easy. We also appreciate your constructive feedback about the downstairs kitchen. While the main kitchen upstairs is fully equipped, we do plan to add essentials to the downstairs space soon to make it more convenient for our guests. Thanks again for staying with us! Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pre-arrival comms were great

Pre-arrival comms were great. Easy to find. Very quiet area (apart from the barking dogs). Keys collected easily and shown round the house. House was as described. A few things could do with updating. No utensilscrockery / cutlery downstairs. And we had to turn the fridge on. Only minor things though which we sorted quickly. Great outdoor area. Great pool. Safe for small children. Really enjoyed our stay. Would happily recommend. 21/06/25
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Really nice villa

Really nice villa. The villa manager was really nice and helpful. Villa have enough space for bigger groups or families as well. Villa was clean and tidy. Pool area & garden was taken care well. There was everything what was mentioned on profile. Neighborhood was peaceful. 25/04/24 More keys to villa (1 is not enough for bigger groups so there should be atleast 2 keys) More coffee cups: There where lot of glasses but only few coffee cups/mugs Blackout curtains for downstair windows (there was no curtains at all, so the sunlight get in so early. Other rooms had curtains)
From a partner site

8/10 Good

We enjoyed our stay at the villa! The two units are in the same house, just different levels and doe

We enjoyed our stay at the villa! The two units are in the same house, just different levels and does not have a connecting stair inside. The garden and outside space is really nice and the un-heated pool worked well for us. Also nice to have a outdoor shower and toilet. We spent our evenings at the outside table/ BBQ area which as really nice. The location is great with grocery stores, restaurants and beach within walking distance, but I would recommend to have a car. We had 2 and it worked well to park them both inside of the gate. Sandra was a great and communicative host. 20/06/24 I recommend the host to install blinds downstairs since it is quite hard to sleep when it is so bright. The wifi is terrible, we could not use it even though we restarted it and all.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Villa très agréable pour des vacances en famille

L emplacement est calme et idéal pour aller a la plage à pied et à proximité du supermarché. Jardin et piscine agréables et bien entretenus, la chauffer serait un plus ! La maison est pratique pour un grande famille sur 2 niveaux indépendants. Très bon contact avec Maria et à notre écoute en cas de problème. 16/08/26 Quelques idées à améliorer : - Fournir des vélos est un plus mais il faut vérifier l état - La salle de bain du haut mérite un coup de rafraîchissement : placard un peu vetuste et pression d'eau de la baignoire un peu légère - Le fil a linge : pas pratique du tout ! Qui dit dans maison dit grande famille et dit beaucoup de linge a étendre
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
Dear Anne Laure, thank you very much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful location, the garden and pool, and that the house worked well for your family. It was a pleasure hosting you last year, and we're especially glad you appreciated Maria's responsiveness. Thank you also for your helpful suggestions. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps us continue improving the experience for future guests. We hope to welcome you back again soon! We wish you a lovely summer! :) Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour entre amis, avons bien profité de la cuisine extérieure et son

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour entre amis, avons bien profité de la cuisine extérieure et son barbecue, belle piscine, magnifique jardin bien entretenu à l abri des regards dans un calme absolu! 21/06/26
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2026
Un grand merci Jean-Luc pour ce superbe commentaire. Nous sommes vraiment ravis de lire que votre séjour en famille s'est si bien passé. Offrir ce type d'expérience à nos hôtes est exactement ce qui nous tient à cœur. Au plaisir de vous recevoir à nouveau très bientôt.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Familientreffen

Sehr angenehmes Haus mit schönen und praktischen Räumen, sowohl drinnen als auch draußen. Lediglich die Küche ist etwas schmal und bietet nur einer Person wirklich Platz zum Arbeiten.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Hello Rolf-Dieter, thank you very much for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the house and its spaces both indoors and outdoors. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Kind regards, The Allure Villas Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Familientreffen

Sehr angenehmes Haus mit schönen und praktischen Räumen, sowohl drinnen als auch draußen. Lediglich die Küche ist etwas schmal und bietet nur einer Person wirklich Platz zum Arbeiten. 03/05/25
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tolles Grundstück und schöner Pool

Tolles Grundstück und schöner Pool. 15 Minuten zu Fuß an den Strand und zu zahlreichen tollen Restaurants. Das Haus ist recht einfach eingerichtet, aber den Preis absolut wert. Haben Pizza im großen Ofen gebacken mit den Kindern, hatten eine schöne Woche im Spätsommer. 27/10/24
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sehr schönes Haus mit sehr gepflegter Außenanlage

Sehr schönes Haus mit sehr gepflegter Außenanlage. Schöner Pool und ein klasse Pizzaofen.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Отличные каникулы

Отличные каникулы. Спасибо большое. Нам очень понравилось. Жилье советуем всем !

About the host

Hosted by Allure Villas

Host profile image
Passionate about landscapes, new cultures, and adventures, we started to rent our own villa in 2012 to finance family trips.

Because we didn’t find any companies that provided a complete service on the Lisbon coast, we took care of all the details for our guests to have the best satisfaction.

The idea attracted some neighbors and friends who wanted to be part of our new project.
Thus, we built our local network of hosts, maintenance, cleaning, and laundry providers.

We proudly and with great enthusiasm founded Allure Villas thanks to the owners’ involvement, our satisfied guests’ feedback, and word of mouth.

Today, we operate more than 200 units along the beautiful Portuguese shorelines. We keep selecting unique properties that cover all accommodation types.

Our villas are handpicked and negotiated based on exclusive contracts, subsequently inspected and photographed by our local teams, seeking to maintain a high standard according to our guests’ needs and expectations.

What makes this property unique

Praia Grande beach: 2 km Restaurants: 1 km Supermarket: 1.5 km ATM: 1.9 km Pharmacy: 1.3 km Bus: 600 m Train Station: 2 km Sintra: 11.1 km Lisbon: 35 km Lisbon Airport: 39.5 km

Languages:

English, French, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback