Quinta São Bento & Quinta da Matalva

The Estate

Two Adjoining Quintas
in the Hills of Sintra

The Moors arrived in Portugal in the 9th century, identifying the cool forested mountains and clear springs of Sintra as an earthly paradise. Their legacy endures in these 10 acres of the UNESCO National Park.

Quinta São Bento and Quinta da Matalva are two distinct, adjoining quintas — each with its own character, pool, and gardens. They can be rented separately or together for larger parties of up to 20 guests.

Guests Max

Acres

Private Pools

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Quinta São Bento Only

5 bedrooms · private pool · up to 10 guests

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Both Quintas Together

10 bedrooms · 2 pools · up to 20 guests · ideal for large groups & exclusive buyouts

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Quinta da Matalva Only

3–5 bedrooms · private pool · up to 10 guests

The Principal Residence

Quinta São Bento

A sensitively restored manor house set within its own private gardens and woodland, with commanding views across the Serra de Sintra.

5 Bedrooms Private Pool · 15m × 4.5m Daily Housekeeping Sleeps 10

About the Property

Comfort & Character
in Equal Measure

Quinta São Bento is the principal property — a substantial manor house with 5 double bedrooms, several reception rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The house sits within private formal gardens that lead down to the pool terrace and beyond into ancient woodland.

The amenities below are primarily associated with Quinta São Bento. Three hours of daily housekeeping is included as a complimentary service, with catering, yoga, massage and babysitting all available on request.

🏊Private Pool

🧹Daily Housekeeping (3 hrs)

🍽️Private Catering Available

🧘Yoga & Massage On Request

🌿Private Gardens & Terrace

🔥Barbecue & Outdoor Kitchen

📶Free WiFi Throughout

👶Baby Equipment & Babysitting

🚗Parking

📺TV, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

The Adjoining Villa

Quinta da Matalva

A secluded valley villa with pine forest backdrops and views of the sea — connected to São Bento through the shared estate, yet entirely private.

3–5 Bedrooms Private Pool Wide Terrace & BBQ Sleeps 6–10

$Matalva garden$

About the Property

Secluded, Stylish
& Self-Contained

Quinta da Matalva is a private villa set in a secluded valley with pine forest backdrops and views of the sea. The main house sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms; an adjacent cottage adds 2 further bedrooms for groups of up to 10.

The wide terrace is perfect for alfresco dining and barbecues. Steps from the terrace lead down to a private pool with its own sun terrace. From the property, views extend across the historic botanic gardens of Monserrate, framed by terraces of orange, lemon, and fig trees.

Note: daily housekeeping and full catering services are primarily associated with Quinta São Bento. Some services may be arranged for Matalva — please enquire.

🏊Private Pool

🌿Private Gardens

🔥Terrace & BBQ

🏡Optional Cottage (+2 beds)

🍳Fully Equipped Kitchen

🌊Sea & Forest Views

🚗Garage Parking

🌡️Air Conditioning

Renting Both Together

The Full Estate:
Up to 20 Guests

When rented together, Quinta São Bento and Quinta da Matalva offer an extraordinary exclusive-use estate — 10 bedrooms, 2 private pools, and 10 acres of UNESCO National Park. Ideal for large family holidays, celebrations, or private retreats.

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Quinta São Bento

5 bedrooms · private pool · daily housekeeping · full catering available · up to 10 guests

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Both Together

10 bedrooms · 2 pools · 20 guests · exclusive estate rental · contact us to discuss

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Quinta da Matalva

3–5 bedrooms · private pool · terrace & BBQ · sea views · up to 10 guests

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Location

Set Within the
Hills of Sintra

Both quintas are located in the Galamares valley, within the UNESCO-protected Sintra National Park — secluded by nature, yet within easy reach of beaches, palaces, golf, and Lisbon.

Historic Sintra town20 min walk

Monserrate Palace5 min drive

Praia Grande beach15 min drive

Cascais25 min drive

Lisbon Airport40 min drive

Guest Reviews

Loved by Every Guest

10 / 10

Loved by Guests · Top 10% in Sintra · 23+ Verified Reviews

"An absolutely magical property. The setting in the Sintra hills is breathtaking, the house is beautifully furnished, and Ana's housekeeping made our stay completely effortless. We will return without hesitation."

— Verified Guest via VRBO

One Extraordinary Estate

Two Adjoining Quintas
in the Hills of Sintra

Quinta São Bento Only

Both Quintas Together

Quinta da Matalva Only

Quinta São Bento

Comfort & Character
in Equal Measure

Five Rooms, Each with
Their Own Character

Quinta da Matalva

Secluded, Stylish
& Self-Contained

Five Rooms, Each with
Their Own Character

The Full Estate:
Up to 20 Guests

Quinta São Bento

Both Together

Quinta da Matalva

Set Within the
Hills of Sintra

Loved by Every Guest

Begin Your
Sintra Story

One Extraordinary Estate

Two Adjoining Quintasin the Hills of Sintra

Quinta São Bento Only

Both Quintas Together

Quinta da Matalva Only

Quinta São Bento

Comfort & Characterin Equal Measure

Five Rooms, Each withTheir Own Character

Quinta da Matalva

Secluded, Stylish& Self-Contained

Five Rooms, Each withTheir Own Character

The Full Estate:Up to 20 Guests

Quinta São Bento

Both Together

Quinta da Matalva

Set Within theHills of Sintra

Loved by Every Guest

Begin YourSintra Story

Two Adjoining Quintas
in the Hills of Sintra

Comfort & Character
in Equal Measure

Five Rooms, Each with
Their Own Character

Secluded, Stylish
& Self-Contained

Five Rooms, Each with
Their Own Character

The Full Estate:
Up to 20 Guests

Set Within the
Hills of Sintra

Begin Your
Sintra Story