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Charming village - Colares Sintra - Heated pool near the beaches

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A coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a clear sky.
A swimming pool with blue chairs and a hammock.
A yellow building with stone steps leading to a door, surrounded by greenery.
A colorful playhouse with a slide, surrounded by greenery.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sintra Mountains

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Colares
  • Place, Sintra Mountains
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida da Liberdade
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Rossio Square
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Sintra

Located in Banzão, a neighbourhood in Sintra, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Consider Cascais Miragem for a night out or Cascais Cultural Center if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and mountain climbing.
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Colares

What's nearby

  • Sintra Mountains - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Adraga Beach - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Marquis of Pombal Square - 38 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Avenida da Liberdade - 39 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Rossio Square - 42 min drive - 53.1 km

Getting around

  • Banzão Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Rio de Mouro Station - 19 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar do Fundo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nortada - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sisudo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Musa da Praia - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches located?

This family-friendly Sintra villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sintra Mountains, Grande Beach and Macas Beach. Casal Santa Maria and Capuchos Convent are also within 3 miles (5 km). Banzão Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Pinhal Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

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. 93 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Barca Charm House! Sandra was in touch before we arrived, and was there with a very warm welcome at check in. She was very communicative and made sure we had a lovely stay. The location is ideal - easy access to the coast, Sintra, Cascais and easy to get into Lisbon. The house was able to easily accommodate 6 adults and 2 kids. Having the outdoor seating area was lovely - especially for morning breakfast. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very quiet. A short uber rid to Lisbon or Sintra and we didn't have any trouble getting them quickly. Grocery store and several restaurant are walkable. The view is spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous quirky house ideally situated for a perfect family holiday. The outdoor kitchen has everything you need and more, we made full use of it and apart from sleeping we spent all our time outside.Sandra was the ideal host and kept checking we were ok and giving advice on where to eat etc. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 11 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Amazing host. Could not have asked for better.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you very much Sammie and family! It was wonderful to receive you all. Already waiting for your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, fantastic pool, Sandra was very helpful with recommendations and making us feel welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you so much Andrew! It was such a pleasure to receive you all! Hope to receive you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Owners very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home!

We had a great time. The neighborhood was quiet, the pool was lovely, and the hosts were fantastic. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and cozy. We loved the outdoor kitchen and the playing area for the kids. Sandra was a great hosts- trying everything to make us happy. Some plants in the garden are a bit dangerous for little children, though
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

Very charming home in beautiful area. Hosts extremely welcoming and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2023
It was a pleasure to receive you all! Always welcome. Be happy!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful Stay in Colares

It was a wonderful location and we had a great trip, especially with such wonderful and responsive hosts. The only issue we had was plumbing/ventilation of the three bedrooms downstairs could have been improved because of all the rain.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2025
Dear Sarah It was a pleasure to host your family at Barca Charmhouse! We regret any inconvenience caused by the humidity, which was exceptionally high this year due to the rainiest winter in Sintra in the last 20 years. As soon as we identified the situation, we provided a dehumidifier, and if we had been informed earlier, we would have arranged additional solutions to make your stay even more comfortable. We are very happy to hear that, despite this detail, you were able to enjoy your holiday. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future – hopefully with better weather! Wishing you all the best. Best regards, Sandra e Eduardo.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant!

Superb hosts, very friendly and helpful. always on hand to offer tips about the area or house. The villa is in an excellent location, close to beaches, lovely towns like Sintra very close and Lisbon is even close enough for visits . Colares was perfect for our family as it had everything with needed. The house was well equipped, the WiFi was good. We loved the pool and bbq area. Would defo stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Thank you very much Lara for selecting us. It was a pleasure to receive such a beautiful family. Hope to receive you all again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
This was so much fun staying here, we really enjoyed it!Sandra was extremely responsive and helped us a lot with planning transport ahead of the trip. She also prepared some amazing food for our arrival as well as arranging a meal one of the evenings at our request. We were three families travelling with four young children and the house was set up perfectly for our needs with plenty of ways to keep the children entertained. The only reason for the lower vote was that we found some of the local restaurants weren’t very welcoming to young families - for a group of adults I think it would be a good area to stay in.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Barca Charm House in Colares

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful house. The owners were so helpful as soon as we booked it. Sent us many ideas for things to do while we were in Portugal and greeted us with a delicious pitcher of Sangria and some local treats. This was our first experience with Vrbo and we were very happy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
It was a pleasure to receive you all! Hope see you again soon. Be happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation stay

A Barca charm house was the perfect place for our entire family to enjoy a week in beautiful Portugal. Sandra and Eduardo are the most charming hosts and so helpful. The house was supplied with everything we needed, clean, comfortable, and gorgeous. There are bikes, games, toys and an awesome heated swimming pool. So close to all the major sites and beaches. I can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible service, home and location

Eduardo and Sandra were extremely receptive and friendly. They welcomed us with some amazing and thoughtful treats. The communication process was smooth and the home was impeccably clean. I would definitely recommend this home for you family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2022
It was a pleasure to receive you all! Hope see you again in the future. Be happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The photos do not do the property justice - particularly the outdoor areas. It is so beautiful. Sandra is a very accommodating host, allowing us to check in early due to our flight arrival time and was there to greet us when we did arrive. Sandra was very easy to stay in touch with and answered all my questions very promptly. We cannot thank Sandra enough for the wonderful stay we had in a Barca charm house and would not hesitate to recommend anyone stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Colares gem

All the reviews were true! Sandra and Eduardo own a perfect place for a group vacation. Their hospitality is first class and they are very concerned about their guest’s well being. The pool and outside dining area were wonderful. The location is very convenient for a wide range of activities. I based my choice of this house on reviews and we were not disappointed. Thank you Sandra and Eduardo.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As good as it looks!

The house if just as friendly and fun as it appears in the photos. The air here is filled with birdsong and the property provides more facilities than we could ever use. The hosts welcomed us warmly and seemed available for anything we may need. This place is a great find.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2024
Thank you very much for your review! It was a pleasure to receive you all. Be happy 😊!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house for our family

We had an amazing stay (7 adults and 4 kids), Sandra and Eduardo were such thoughtful hosts, and my only regret was not staying longer! The house is well equipped and roomy for large families with young kids, and there are so many things to do nearby. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and so responsive when we needed advice about excursions, etc. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2022
It was a pleasure to receive your family! Hope see you again soon. Be happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best hosts ever! 5 stars!

The hosts were absolutely incredible from the moment we booked till the moment we left - they went above and beyond! Nothing was too much trouble and they made us feel so at home and comfortable. The house was fantastic and so easy to get everywhere by bus or walking. Beach and playgrounds! The kids loved playing in the pool and the sandpit and the little houses. We had such a lovely stay - thanks so much both! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay

Sandra and Eduardo were lovely hosts and greeted us with a drink and a tasty selection of food. They were friendly and gave us great recommendations for places to visit and restaurants to eat at. The house was fantastic and clean and equipped with everything you need for a great holiday. We chose to pay a bit extra to heat the pool which was at a perfect temperature. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying in their charming house and would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you very much Antony, it was a pleasure to receive you all. You are such a lovely group, will miss you all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house with amazing hosts

We loved our stay here. They had thought of everything and we felt so comfortable and welcome. When we arrived our hosts made us some delicious Portuguese food and drink which made the start of our holiday even more special. The pool and outside dining area were the highlights for us, we spent many happy hours here. The location is perfect for visiting local beaches and exploring nearby historic places of interest. We had one car but found walking to the beaches and nearby supermarket very easy. We will be back. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
It was a pleasure to receive you all! Always welcome. Be happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Family Gathering

The Barca Charm House was the perfect home for our family vacation. We had two four year old and one six grandchildren and our grown children and spouses. The house easily accomadated usThe house was so well equipped with all kitchen supplies , toys for kids and adults and lots of towels for bathroom s and swimming. The best were the wonderful owners, Sandra and Eduardo. They were always available for any of our needs and were so warm and friendly ‘absolutely rent their home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
It was a great pleasure to receive you all at our house. You are wonderful people. We hope to meet again one day. Be happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful memories of the Barca Charm House

Our family of 9 spent 2 wonderful weeks at the beautiful vacation home of Sandra and Eduardo in Colares. Everything was perfect - from the beautiful interior, the pool, the garage with the pool table and dart board and the bicycles available to us. Sandra and Eduardo were always available to answer our many questions, make suggestions and prepared delicious paella for us twice. We went home with so many great memories and will always remember our stay. A big 'obrigado' to our kind and lovely hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you very much Daniela and family! It was a real pleasure to receive you all. We will wait for another visit. Be happy! Sandra and Eduardo
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house, fantastic outdoor space

Plenty of room for our group of 7 adults and 2 children. Honestly, other than sleeping we were rarely inside the house because the outside space is so wonderful, with beautiful plantings and landscaping. The outdoor kitchen and dining area has everything you need, even a dishwasher. The kids loved the pool, table tennis, and badminton. Sandra and Eduardo are as kind and helpful as everyone has said, and we enjoyed two of their home-cooked meals and recommend them. It's an easy walk from the house to get groceries, pastries, beer, wine, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
It was a pleasure to receive you all! Hope see you again soon. Be happy!
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