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Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches

Riverside villa with private pool and kitchen

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Room
Living area
Outdoor dining
Food and drink

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14900 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Colares
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Adraga Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pena Palace
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪40 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

About this property

Charming Villa - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool by the Beaches

The Barge Charm House - Colares Sintra - Heated Pool.
(42881 / AL - license number)
Sandra and Eduardo are waiting for you with Portuguese flavors to taste, a delicious champagne Sangria with red fruits to celebrate your holiday. Welcome! Be our guest!
This beautiful house, built in the 1930s, was completely renovated in 2016. It is a designer house with a new interior, but with all the charm of a traditional Portuguese house. Every detail has been made with LOVE. It is located in the Banzão-Colares pine forest (Sintra), in a very private and safe area, surrounded by the beauty of Sintra forest. Wonderful beaches and many historical sites are very close. You can walk or cycle on the beach.
This two story house can accommodate 11 guests with every comfort. The first floor has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The second floor has three more bedrooms and two bathrooms. Three crib or infant beds are available upon request. There are two living rooms (one with smart tv), a dining room and a fully equipped kitchen.
The doors are open to the living room, with garden furniture, an outdoor dining table and chairs, a kitchen near the barbecue, surrounding a beautiful pool (8 X 4 Mts) WITH FENCE PROTECTION, with 8 sun loungers + 4 garden chairs with towels.
Heated pool on request (Pool heating: EUR 25 extra charge per day). Pool heating depends on weather conditions - usually possible from April until October.
We have an additional bike rental service. It's great to go to the beach and restaurants by bike.
For children, but also for adults, we have a separate games room near the garden with ping pong and badminton. We have a children's playground in the 16 m2 garden and a wooden house that the kids will love!
Imagine sitting by the pool, having your breakfast and planning an exciting day exploring Sintra, the nearby towns and historic villages.
It is our intention to provide everything you need to experience the best of Portugal!
For periods longer than 6 days, our housekeeper cleans the house and provides clean towels in the middle of your stay.
Taxi service available: from 1 to 4 people 50 € total. From 5 to 8 people 80 € total (Airport to Barca Charmhouse and vice versa).

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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
Permitido fumar no exterior da casa

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 42881/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sintra

Located in Banzão, a neighbourhood in Sintra, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Casal Santa Maria and Adraga Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sintra Science Center and Museum of the Sea. Travelling with kids? Consider TagusPark and Santa Marta Park. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and horse riding nearby.
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Colares

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Adraga Beach - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Quinta da Regaleira - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Pena Palace - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sintra National Palace - 13 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Serra & Mar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar do Fundo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Arribas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HopSin Brewpub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mar Bar - ‬4 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.

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

8/10 Good

Alan S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Darlene V.

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

The perfect place to stay! Highly Recommend

We had 9 adults, children aged 7, 6,2 and newborn. The Barca Charm house was perfect for all ages! We loved the outdoor kitchen and the pool. Wonderful communication. Sandra and Eduardo had excellent communication and recommendations for our group. Their welcome Portuguese starters and Sangria were delicious as well as the meal they prepared for us. It’s an excellent location with bus stop right outside to Sintra or the beach. Ubers were cheap and came quickly too. Easy walk to Colares for groceries and brewery. We would stay here again and highly recommend! Thank you for opening your home to us
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELISABETH V., Sunnyvale, California

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

An amazing family holiday!

After having spent nearly two years apart, we had the most wonderful time at Barca Charm House. The house is beautiful and we especially appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the property. The children especially loved the outside play areas, the adults loved the most incredibly well equipped outdoor kitchen and we all loved the pool. The location is outstanding and we really enjoyed being able to visit Sintra, Cascais, Ericeira as well as the spectacular Praia Grande. Amenities are excellent and the local restaurants are superb. Eduardo and Sandra were incredible hosts and we were taken back by the feast they prepared on our arrival. Thanks so much for the most wonderful family holiday - we will treasure those memories forever.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Olof Bjork T.

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

Our wonderful stay at Barca Charm House

Me and my family of nine had the pleasure of staying at Barca Charm House for a week. Everything was perfect for us, the house, the garden and the swimming pool. Sandra and Eduardo are absolutely outstanding hosts. We had the warmest welcoming and you could feel that they have put their heart and soul into this place. The Colares/Sintra area is amazing with its different beaches, castles, palaces, gardens and villages. The nature is at its very best. No need for Disney World. This is so much more. This place will forever be in our hearts. Highly recommended! On behalf of the Icelandic family, Ólöf Björk
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

Great villa, great hosts, great location

From booking to returning home everything about this holiday was outstanding. Sandra and Eduardo are the most welcoming hosts providing a wealth of information before and during the holiday and a wonderful taste of Portuguese food on arrival. They went out of their way to get the property ready for our early arrival, knowing we were travelling with very young children. The villa is so well thought out and equipped and was the perfect space for our party of 8 adults and four children with ages ranging from 1-10. Any queries we had during the holiday were answered quickly. It was so convenient to have an outdoor kitchen area next to the BBQ by the pool, where we spent most of our time. The location is perfect for exploring, with a beautiful beach a short drive away with Ubers costing less than €5 for the journey. Sintra is a beautiful place and we would love to go back and see more of it. If we travel as a large party again we would definitely book Barca Charm House again. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the villa. Thank you Sandra and Eduardo, you are great hosts and genuinely lovely people.

10/10 Excellent

Dick v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leuk ingericht huis, prima voorzieningen. Sommige badkamers mogen wel een opknapbeurtje hebben, maar voldoende warm water. We hebben uitgebreid gebruik gemaakt van het zwembad. Dichtstbijzijnde strand op 2,5 kilometer. De kamers waren prima schoon. De gastvrijheid was prima.
Pret in het zwembad
Boekjes lezen in de huiskamer
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freja Charlotte L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Hatti L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Lara D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marion M.

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

A wonderful family gathering.

We chose the Barca Charm House for its location, family friendliness and wonderful reviews. Each review referred to the hospitality of our hosts and I have to agree with previous reviewers, Sandra and Eduardo were exceptional. The house is comfortable and fully equipped. There was everything you could possibly need and so much more. The only item we were unable to bring with us was a potty for our 2 year old. Sandra was immediately on the case and brought a brand new potty round which was so helpful! There is so much to see and do in the area that a week just wasn’t long enough. We left with heavy hearts. Our family are spread out over the world and time spent together is very precious. We made many happy memories in the Charm house. Thank you Sandra and Eduardo. Wishing you both health and happiness.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Elena S.

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

TODO MARAVILLOSO

Hemos estado 4 dias y la experiencia es de 100 en todo. Los dueño un encanto. Te enseñan y explican todo a la perfección y te reciben con comida típica de alli. La casa una pasada, las habitaciones amplias con colchones y almohadas super comodas. Todo lo necesario para pasar unos dias. Papel higienico, de cocina, toallas, ...El exterior super chulo para hacer barbacoa y que los niños juegen con todo lo que tienen.Tienen bicis que se pueden utilizar para ir a la playa y hacer una mini excursion con los niños. Muchas gracias por todo, de seguro que si volvemos a esa zona, repetiremos con voaotros. Sois encantadores.Besos Elena, familia y amigos.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcey H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Per Ole F.

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

Skønt ophold i Colares med behageligt klima.

Fantastisk hus, meget venligt værtspar og god mad i nærheden.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean N.

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

Perfect Family Holiday

I booked this villa for my wife’s surprise 60th, she wasn’t aware the rest of the family was there the day before. we are a 3 generation big family ranging from 9 months to 60 and based on the fact it had five bedrooms and 4 separate bathrooms it was perfect, when we arrived it stood up to our expectations plus more, it’s a perfect villa for big families, the pool, garden, the BBQ and outside kitchen all made it a holiday not to be forgotten. It’s central to all your needs, a day trip to Sintra, Lisbon, the local beach’s , shops and restaurants, I would recommend the fish restaurant called Bar Do Fundo at the end of the beach road of Praia Grande and watch the sun set, if you want simple food and some great beers then head off to the beach village and try AMA stone bake Pizzas A massive thank you to Sandra & Eduardo for your hospitality and arranging a traditional Portuguese birthday meal for us , the paella was out of this world😘
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Accueil chaleureux!

Nous avons reçu un accueil chaleureux à notre arrivée avec une foule de petites attentions! La maison jaune a su plaire à toute la famille! Nous avons trouvé que la maison était très bien équipée. Les hôtes nous ont transmis plusieurs astuces pour faire de notre séjour un succès. Merci à Sandra et Eduardo :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Scott L.

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

The BEST!!

The Barca Charm House was our dream come true for a 50th wedding anniversary with the whole family (12 of us). Every little thing to make your vacation special has been thought of - we loved the beautiful decor with all it's colorful accents, toys & activities for kids, deightful pool, and the ourtdoor kitchen SO much!! The location is also PERFECT for enjoying Sintra, Cabo da Roca, and all the lovely beaches and quaint coastal villages that are nearby. Colares itself is a terrific little non-touristy town - a fabulous base for our 9 days. There even is excellent bus service to the beaches and towns right at the end of our little private road! While everything about the house gets a 10+ in our book, the best is the incredible hosts, Sandra and Eduardo. They were so attentive, right from the start - and so helpful answering our many questions. They were always quick to respond with the perfect restaurant recommendation to the best fish markets to a wonderful local place to wacth Portugal play in Euros 2024! I cannot stress how much they added to our enjoyment! We left the Charm House feeling like we now had "family" in Portugal. We'd be back in a heartbeat - it is just the BEST!!! A million thanks, Sandra and Eduardo, for helping us to have the best vacation/family reunion ever!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vladimira S.

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Perfect house for family reunion!

The owners Sandra and Eduardo were amazing. They greeted us with Portuguese appetizers and sangria at their lovely home. They were very helpful, honest, caring and thoughtful. The house was great for our party of 12. Nine adults and 3 children. We loved the outdoor kitchen, nice extra space to hang out. The house is big and wonderful for larger groups. We were all together but everyone had their privacy at the same time. Very spacious. Very close to a bus stop with connection to Sintra. We took a train from Sintra to Lisbon, very easy. The house is located approximately 30 min walk from the beach, and the beach is beautiful. House is very well equipped, we had everything we needed. We appreciated that previous guests left spaces etc. in the pantry. Very helpful when trying to cook . I would highly recommend the house . Thank you Sandra and Eduardo for making our vacation so special. We appreciate your traditional Portuguese gift as well!!! We had an awesome time at your house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanne s.

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn T.

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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

10/10 Excellent

jeremy M.

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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

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