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Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool

Set in the beautiful, historic, UNESCO protected mountain range of Sintra, Quinta Matalva is a private villa located in a secluded valley with pine forest backdrops and views of the coast down the Serra. The Quinta is accessed down an off-road track that leads to only 4 Quintas ensuring seclusion and calm.

Quinta Matalva has three bedrooms in the main house and a further two in a cottage so it's perfect for a small group renting the main house only or a group of 10 who can rent the cottage too. The main house has a wide terrace which is ideal for barbecues, drinks and outside dining. Through a gate from this terrace are steps down to a private swimming pool with another terrace and sun lounges. From the main house, walk through a colonnade to the cottage which has a separate kitchen, sitting room and terrace with a dining area, ideal for anyone in the group requiring privacy such as a family with young children or grandparents. From the entire property there are superb views of the historic Dome and forests of the Palacio de Monserrate on the opposite hill and terraces of oranges, lemons and fig trees.

For larger parties, the neighbouring house, Quinta Sao Bento, with 5 bedrooms and a pool can sometimes be made available

Golf details: The following golf courses are approximately 15-30 minutes drive from Quinta Matalva. Golf do Estoril, Estoril is one of the most traditional and classic clubs in Portugal, host to Portuguese Open. 18 hole, par 69, 5238 metres 9 hole, par 34, 2350 metres. Tel: 351-1-4680176 / 4680054. Fax: 468-2796. Golf Estoril-Sol, Linho 'One of the most beautiful 9 hole courses in Europe.' 9 holes, par 31 - 1749 metres. Tel: 351 1 924 03 31. Fax: 351 1 924 03 31.

Penha Longa Golf Club, Sintra. A quality course with spectacular scenery. 18 hole par 72 championship course, 6228 metres; 9 hole, par 35, 2550 metres. Tel: 351 1 924 00 14. Fax: 351 1 924 90 22. Quinta da Marinha, Cascais. Beautiful location overlooking Atlantic Ocean. 5 par 5's, 6 par 3's 18 holes par 71, 6014 metres. Tel: 351 1 486 9881/9. Fax: 351 1 486 9032 486 9159. Quinta da Beloura, Sintra. Designed by William Roquemore Jr. Six lakes on course add to interest. 18 holes par 73, 5817 metre.

Guide and Catering services: These are available upon request.

Property manager

Jonathan

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 67300/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Sintra

What's nearby

  • Quinta da Regaleira - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Moorish Castle - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Pena Palace - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Sintra National Palace - 19 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Estoril Racetrack - 25 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Sintra Station - 13 min drive
  • Galamares Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Cascais (CAT) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinta da Regaleira - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fatto in Sintra - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tea House - Palàcio Monserrate - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pub Medieval Casa do Fauno - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lawrence's Hotel - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool located?

This family-friendly Sintra villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sintra Mountains and Monserrate Palace. Sintra Science Center and Quinta da Regaleira are also within 2 mi (3 km). Galamares Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot.

Matalva Main House and Cottage- stylish and secluded villa, with views and pool Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in Sintra
Beautiful location Peaceful and elegant Thoroughly enjoyed my stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
The house is beautiful and spacious with the most incredible views. It's pretty remote which is great for a group and a fantastic base for exploring. We would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Our group of friends and family had an absolutely wonderful time here! Jonathan and Diogo were extremely responsive and went above and beyond for us. The property is beyond gorgeous - private and peaceful with beautifully maintained grounds. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Difficult entry road, beautiful location, could be updated, helpful staff.
This is a very beautiful location and the house is laid out very well. The furnishings, kitchen, and baths could use some updating. The housekeeper and the chef were excellent. The road down to the house from the main road required some patience and skill.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fionnuala O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Sintra
The house was fabulous. Beautiful views from the patio and pool. Such a relaxing and comfortable house to stay at and so close to Sintra and all its historic sites. We walked to the Palace de Monserrate from the house. Colares was great for local food shopping and plenty of restaurants nearby to enjoy an evening meal. We hope to return again one day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful holiday home
We had a great stay in this beautiful home. It was very clean, a great layout for our family and friends, plenty of space, and a great location within a couple blocks walk to the most family friendly beach in Lagos. The beach has 2 great places to get a good meal or take away from the beach bar. The beach has lovely tide pools at low tide our younger kids enjoyed! The location is a short drive/bike ride/uber for going into the old town area of Lagos and for hiking around the cliffs. We will definitely consider again for our next beach holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa, perfect for large groups
Lovely villa in a very secluded area, the communication and check in process were seamless. It was very clean and the garden is absolutely incredible. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional house in stunning location
We enjoyed a fantastic family reunion in this gorgeous yellow house. The location is truly magnificent with views across wild forest to the Atlantic coastline. It is the perfect place to explore the astonishing palaces in the Sintra hills and just a 20 minute drive from wild Atlantic beaches.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harriet G., Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness
What's not to love here?
Beautiful setting, helpful people when questions arose, great escape and great place for large families.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pilar R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2020
We stayed at Quinta Matalva for two weeks and loved it. Everything was spotlessly clean, the house was in a very quiet location and we slept really well. The kitchen is well equipped and we barbequed most nights. The owners greeted us with fresh cheese, bread and milk as well as a wonderful bottle of red. We took long walks in the woods surrounding the house and refreshing swims by the pool. The weather in Sintra is never too hot so we didn’t use the airconditioners. Do bring bug spray as mosquitos come out at night and if you grill you’ll need it. If you have very young children, the staircase in the main house looks tricky but a safety gate can be installed and I saw one in the closet. Anna the housekeeper lives nextdoor and is always available for help. She often brought us fresh vegetables from the garden. The beds were firm but comfortable and our line s fresh and changed every week. We had a lovely time!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jose F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sintra stay
Beautiful property in beautiful setting and impeccably decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with everything you needed
We had a wonderful week in Sintra at this beautiful house. It had everything you needed and Anna came around most days with delicious fruit & vegetables from her garden, we were totally spoiled. Would absolutely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Washington DC USA

Country hillside treasure
Overall, this is a lovely house situated in a spectacular setting near Sintra and the cute nearby town Colares and beaches. The pictures are accurate and we ate out on the terrace almost every night, bc it was so pleasant! However, it is quite remote inasmuch as it is down a long, narrow gravel road and it's about a 15-20 minute drive from Sintra. The hosts were very accommodating. Their next door property, Quinta Sao Bento, is utterly spectacular. In sum, this is a charming house in a beautiful setting up in the Sintra hills.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marley B.

Exceeding Expectations in Beauty and Comfort
Quinta da Matalva turned out to be the perfect choice for three couples who wanted privacy but also the appropriate spaces for being together at meals and other times of relaxation. The design, layout, finish, and furnishing of the rooms not only matches what is shown in the property's pictures, but the lived-in comfort and charm of the spaces, from bedrooms to living and dining areas, is exceptional. We were able to take meals on the terrace (weather permitting) and in the more formal dining room, and spend many pleasant hours in conversation in front of a welcoming fireplace that projected comforting warmth as the early October evenings grew colder after the sun went down. The kitchen was also extremely well outfitted and laid out for making meals for our group. The bedrooms and bathrooms were also most comfortable and furnished to a high standard. All in all, Quinta da Matalva is everything that is described, and much,much more. As a group we couldn't have been happier with this property and the only complaint might be that it was too inviting so that we would get late starts to our daily touring of the many exceptional heritage sites and beaches within an easy driving distance. Sintra certainly deserves its reputation as a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape, and while the number of tourists at different sites can be intimidating depending on the time of day, the many historic properties nearby the villa, are quite remarkable in their beauty and in the professionalism with which they are interpreted and managed. Ranging from the National Palace of Sintra, dating back to the thirteenth century and associated with Portugal's earliest monarchs, to the highly eccentric Quinta da Regaleira, an elaborate tribute to the brilliant but highly esoteric twelve-year collaboration of Carvalho Monteiro and Luigi Manini in the two decades before the Great War, the properties of Sintra are all worth a serious visit, which can take at least a half a day each. The beaches are also well worth visiting as is Lisbon, which is a short train ride away. Quinta da Matalva is an outstanding base from which to tour all of these places and more, and the setting could not be more beautiful and relaxing. Our main regret was having only one week to enjoy both the property and the surrounding sites. One should stay two weeks. Also, visitors should be prepared for narrow roads and some challenging traffic. A longer stay also allows you to adapt better to the driving.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Irina P., Rostock

Liked: Cleanliness
Wundervolle Villa
Die Villa ist sehr grün und ruhig gelegen. Perfekt um Sintra und die Umgebung zu erkunden. Jonathan und Diego waren stets ansprechbar bei Rückfragen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Besten Dank!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Olivier C., Nantes

De qualité, mais difficile d'accès.
La maison est très isolée. Pour y parvenir, il faut remonter une route étroite en double sens sur plus de 3 km puis descendre un chemin en terre sur environ 1 km. Ne pas oublier que l'on est à Sintra ! Finalement, tout se mérite car la maison est de belle qualité avec une vue très dégagée. Piscine agréable même si non chauffée. Climatisation présente dans les chambres (nous ne l'avons pas utilisée car les nuits restent fraiches sur Sintra). Terrasse très agréable pour manger. Les propriétaires sont attentifs à vos besoins dès la réservation. Le "guide maison" mis à disposition est très bien fait et met en avant nombre de choses à réaliser à proximité. Un point à améliorer sur la vaisselle qui pourrait être un peu plus soignée et nombreuse (toujours les mêmes problèmes des poêles abimées et du manque de verres que nous retrouvons régulièrement dans les locations...). L'ensemble reste de très bonne facture.

4/10 Poor

Jumel N.

Piscine non entretenu durant le séjour éclairage chambres et couloirs HS
Belle maison mais manque d entretien
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017