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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sesimbra Castle
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sesimbra, Setúbal District
  • Place, Sesimbra Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrabida Life
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Sesimbra Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea

Villa Branca do Castelo is situated on the slope of Sesimbra Castle totally renovated in 2016 with large saltwater pool (natural chlorine), garden and surrounding trees creating a space with total privacy and intimacy for groups of families, children and friends.
It has spacious accommodation with excellent natural light with 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms for 10 people. Elegant décor with garden and castle views.
It has large terrace by the pool with sun loungers for 10 people to relax in complete privacy and panoramic views.
Terrace with outdoor furniture for outdoor dining. BBQ with all the grill equipment.
It has a large fully equipped kitchen with all cooking equipment and condiments for meal preparation.
Within walking distance (5 minutes walking) we find:
Cafe, Restaurants, Supermarkets, Pharmacy and Banks in the vicinity.
Easy access to all beaches: Vila de Sesimbra, Meco, Lagoa de Albufeira, Portinho da Arrábida, Ribeiro do Cavalo.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 30935/AL
Property # 6806247
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

About the area

Sesimbra

Located in Sesimbra, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sesimbra Beach and Galapos Beach. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Sesimbra, Setúbal District

What's nearby

  • Sesimbra Castle - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nossa Senhora de Castelo Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Arrabida Life - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sesimbra Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fortaleza de Santiago - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Corroios Station - 23 min drive
  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪By The Sea - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Pexito - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gelateria Galáxia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O Italo Pizza Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪O Batel - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Villa, Sesimbra. Amazing natural chlorine pool. Garden Near the sea located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sesimbra Castle and Sesimbra Beach. Nossa Senhora de Castelo Church and Arrabida Life are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Keely R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Comfortable. Gracious host. Will come back in summer to use pool. Note: there is only a washer onsite.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

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

Great place to stay

It was a fab Villa in a great location and Jose was an excellent host
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul o.

Liked: Location
22nd-29th May 2026. 6 adults 4 children (69yrs-7yrs). Jose was there to welcome us all, showed us around the property & gave us some good tips about the area. The villa was clean & a great size.On the main floor was a good size kitchen with dining table, sits 10 easily. Only had 1 oven & a microwave. A double aspect lounge& sitting area. 1 double en-suite bedroom, another double bedroom & a single room who could share a shower bathroom. There was also another toilet.Downstairs there was a king bedroom & a room with 3 single beds. A lovely large bathroom with a double shower. There is a large dining table outside to sit 10. The washing machine is in the outside WC room next to the pool. There is also an outside shower.The pool is a great size, never felt full, even when we were all in there. It is however quite deep, kids loved practicing their diving. Views from the villa were outstanding, especially when the castle was lit up at night. Castle well worth a visit. Sesimbra is a lovely town but roads around it are very steep. Beautiful promenade to walk along & a great sandy beach. We had lunch at ‘Forte’ fantastic views & food.We all loved our stay. Jose was a great host. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Inger Kristin U.

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

Great pool area

Nice house with a great outdoor area and large swimming pool. José is a very nice and helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Beautiful Villa

Jose met us on arrival and sat down with us providing personal recommendations for things to do in the area and restaurants. We loved the villa, and only wish we our visit could have been during the warmer months when spending time in the lovely pool would be a must rather than early January when we stayed. We enjoyed visiting the village of Sesimbra and the Castle of Sesimbra. We would highly recommend staying here and would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

patricia s.

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

Brilliant holiday !

The property is absolutely lovely, every bit as nice as the pictures suggest. We wanted a peaceful and relaxing holiday and this was the perfect place for it. The backdrop of the castle made it particularly picturesque and proximity to the beaches and national park only a few miles away all made for a lovely experience. Jose, our host could not have been more helpful, from meeting us and providing food and wine on arrival to top tips on local restaurants and where to sight see, he was a star ! Highly highly recommended !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Patricia and family are excellent guests. Thanks to be with us. Jose
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10/10 Excellent

franco m.

Well done Jose

Being a rental home owner myself I appreciate when a home is prepaired properly for guests. Jose has a beautiful home and I would recommend to anyone. Franco.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Franco group are excellent guests. All the best and see you soon. Jose
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Family reunion in Portugal

Villa Branca was fabulous for our family get together. Close proximity to the delightful seaside town of Sesimbra, just opposite a wonderful Moorish castle, with a great non-chlorinated pool and adjacent BBQ area. Jose was a good source for local bakery/butcher/fish market, as well as restaurant recommendations. If you want to get away from the tourist centers and enjoy a tranquil oasis with a larger group, this may be a worthwhile place to hang your hats for a while.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty B.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a magical week at Castelo Branco. José was so kind and welcoming. He gave some wonderful local recommendations for a dolphin tour and some great local restaurants. We were a group of 10 (6 adults and kids aged 3-11). The house was spacious and perfect for our group. The kids played in the pool for hours and we grilled every night. Easy drive to supermarkets and to the beach. Thank you so much for a great holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

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

Amazing property

Such a beautiful home with all the space and amenities you could possibly need. The spacious kitchen and gorgeous pool area were our favorites. The owner, Jose, was friendly, responsive and helpful. Short walk to many cafes and mini-markets. Great hike out to the castle. We hiked down to the beach, which was clean and beautiful. Many shops and restaurants. We couldn't handle a hike back up but luckily only a short Uber ride to the villa. Would highly recommend this property to any family or group.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne V.

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

Excellent holiday house!

We stayed 10 days at Vila branco do Castelo- 2 families (4 grown-ups and 5 children). The house is better than the pictures show, and the pool is larger (not often to be that positively surprised). The house is situated in a good walking distanse to the Sesimbra beaches, and the bakery is only 2 minutes walking from the house. Jose is helpful, kind and an excellent host! We got a lot of good advizes on where to go and what to do. We will definetly recommend this hoilday house- it has everything!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Wonderful Villa and a Fantastic Host

José was a fantastic host, we were welcomed with delicious pasteis de nata, crackers, cheese and wine upon arrival. He would pop in every couple of days to clean the pool and would always stop for a chat if we were around. The villa itself is beautiful with a fantastic view of the Castelo de Sesimbra, which was lit up at night. Very spacious and perfect for our two families of 10 people. The pool was larger than expected and the kids (and grown ups!) loved it, even going for an evening swim with the pool lights on! Kitchen was well equipped, we did a lot of cooking on the bbq too. Plenty of space to eat inside or out, beds were very comfortable and air conditioning throughout. The villa had a gated entrance which made us feel more secure. There is a great patisserie a couple of minutes walk from the villa, ideal for breakfast and other traditional treats! It is downhill to get into Sesimbra, so we didn't walk it due to the heat! Parking can be a nightmare so need to get there early. We would highly recommend Villa Branca do Castelo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

manuel S.

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Juste genial

Superbe maison avec tout le nécessaire, le pool house est séparé de coin vie et chacun trouve son intimité si nécessaire Jose est tres avenants et aux petits soins Je recommande fortement Les
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
O grupo de amigos do Manuel foram excelentes hospedes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2023
Frank and family was excellent guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Sehr bemühter Eigentümer. Sehr gepflegtes Haus.

Der Empfang war sehr gut organisiert. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt in dem Haus. Es entspricht in allen Bereichen den Fotos. Der Gastgeber stand immer für Fragen und Wünsche zur Verfügung. Der Pool hat uns begeistert. Wir kommen sehr gern wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Beautiful villa and very friendly and helpful owner, Jose.

This house is perfect for a family holiday. We were all adults but noticed lots of features which would make it child friendly, e.g. pool toys. The pool area is outstanding, private with BBQ area. You can walk into town in 30 mins. but maybe renting a car would be advised. Thanks so much to Jose!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
David Family are excellent guests. Jose
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10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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Great holiday in a lovely villa

I booked the villa for a birthday celebration with friends, the villa was ideal with plenty of room inside and outside the property. Jose the owner was very helpful and gave us some very useful information about restaurants and places to visit. The lovely goodies that he provided when we arrived were very welcome. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mervi T.

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

Beautiful Villa

The Villa was absolutely amazing, better than the pictures! We had a group of 7 adults and 3 kids. Everyone had enough space and the kitchen was well equipped with plenty of tablewares for everyone. The outside area had a large dining table and the pool area was everyone's favourite! Eventhough the pool was deep, kids loved it. We had two cars so it was easy to go to bigger supermarket's that could be found within few kilometres. Also the restautants and the beach are close with the car. The castle in the hill is really near, only five minutes walk and has a view all the way to Lisbon and off course Sesimbra and the sea. The Villa was a perfect choice for us and Jose was super nice host and helped with every question. Really recommed this place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

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

Great Host

We have been renting holiday houses all over Europe for 15 years but Jose is definitely the best host we have met during this years. The property is as described on the website and work perfectly for 9 people. You can reach Sesimbra in 15 min walk, downhill, but we recommend taxi or Uber back (5 Euro). Plenty of good restaurants, but stick to the fish, that’s on a high level.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petar S.

Very nice, clean and well equipped house.

Very nice, open space, comfortable house equipped with everything you might need. Beautiful garden and pool. Very good location to explore everything around, still in a quiet and cozy environment. The service provided by the owner was excellent. We enjoyed a lot our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Peter group are excellent guests. All best, Jose
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10/10 Excellent

Cate B.

Delightful villa with great host

We stayed for a week in late September, and found the villa perfect for our needs. Our very helpful host, Jose, provided every amenity and even lots of local produce to welcome us. The villa has wonderfully comfortable beds and lovely clean bathrooms. The pool is superb and very clean and there are enough loungers for everyone. A toilet and the washing machine are on the same level, with a place to dry clothes etc. The barbeque area is great, and there was enough charcoal for the first night - we cooked outside a lot. The villa is near enough to Sesimbra town to walk if necessary, and also within walking distance of the castle - a superb spot to enjoy wide views of the whole area (including the villa!)There is a handy and excellent cafe and pastelaria at the top of the road for bread, croissants and of course, the best Portuguese custard tarts! All in all, it is a brilliant place to stay. As we were attending a local wedding, only some of us got the chance to go surfing further up the coast, and we didn't have time to try out the diving or the kayaking, both of which are on offer in Sesimbra. It's also close enough to Lisboa to take a day trip and explore. We'll have to come back - and will be happy to stay at this lovely villa again. Thanks, Jose.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Cate family and friends was excelente guest. All the best for all. See you soon Jose

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