Excellence Luxury Villas · Lisbon
Luxury Villa Rentals in Lisbon
Villas on the Cascais coast and in the hills of Sintra, and apartments in one of Europe's sunniest capitals
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A capital on seven hills, with beaches half an hour away
Lisbon is one of the most likeable capitals in Europe: a city of hills and yellow trams, tiled façades and miradouros, custard tarts and fado, set on the wide estuary of the Tagus. And unlike most capitals, it has beaches, palaces and forests within half an hour, along the coast at Cascais and Estoril and in the romantic hills of Sintra.
Our Lisbon collection runs to 560+ properties, from villas with private pools in Cascais, Estoril and Sintra to apartments in the city's most attractive neighbourhoods.
Here is where to stay and how to make the most of the city and its coast.
Lisbon at a glance
- Properties
- 560+ villas and apartments, with up to 14 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,900 to £3,700 a week, from around £1,200
- Best areas
- Cascais and Estoril on the coast, Sintra in the hills, and Chiado and Príncipe Real in the city
- Best time
- April to October; the sea is warmest in August and September
- Airport
- Lisbon airport, around 30 to 45 minutes from Cascais and Sintra
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Quinta Penedo Sintra: Luxury 14-Bedroom Villa with Pools & Garden – Sintra14 bedrooms
Villa Poente Abano Cascais: Elegant 7-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Private Pool – Cascais7 bedrooms
Quinta Monserrate Sintra: Luxury 10-Bedroom Villa with Heated Pool & Hot Tub – Sintra10 bedrooms
Villa Levante Azenhas Sintra: Opulent 8-Bedroom Apartment with Seaview & Pool – Sintra8 bedroomsWhere to stay in Lisbon
Cascais and Estoril for beaches and a villa with a pool, Sintra for palaces and forests, and the city itself for trams, tiles and some of the best food in Europe.
Trams, tiles and miradouros
Lisbon's historic neighbourhoods are best explored on foot and by tram: the Moorish lanes of the Alfama, the elegant shops of Chiado, the bars of Bairro Alto and the gardens of Príncipe Real. In Belém, the Jerónimos Monastery and the Belém Tower, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, recall Portugal's age of discovery, and the pastry shop next door has been making pastéis de nata since 1837.
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The Lisbon Riviera
West of the city, Cascais and Estoril have been the seaside retreat of Lisbon society and exiled European royalty for more than a century. Cascais has a pretty old town, a marina and beaches within walking distance, and the wild Atlantic beach of Guincho, popular with surfers, is just beyond.
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Palaces in the forest
Sintra's wooded hills are scattered with palaces and gardens, from the brightly coloured Pena Palace to the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira, and the whole cultural landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Villas here are cool and green in summer, with the beaches of the Atlantic coast close by.
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Across the Tagus to the south
South of the river, the Setúbal peninsula and the Arrábida coast have quiet beaches and good wine, and further on Comporta offers rice fields, pine forests and miles of empty sand. The season runs from April to October, with the warmest sea in late summer. Our concierge can arrange a private chef, wine tours, guides and transfers.
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Cascais Relax Portugal7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £15,842 a week
Deluxe Melidas Portugal5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £15,842 a week
Tejo Loft | 4-Bedroom Apartment in Lisbon4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £15,625 a week
Cascais Deluxe | 6-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Alcabideche6 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £14,553 a week
Villa Beretta Portugal10 bedrooms · sleeps 20From £14,518 a week
Quinta Eucalyptus Sintra: Spacious 6-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Pool & Sea Views – Sintra6 bedrooms · sleeps 11From £14,231 a week
Quinta Praia Sintra: Luxury 7-Bedroom Villa with Seaview & Pool – Sintra7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £14,112 a week
Rent Villa Serrasa Portugal8 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £13,832 a weekWhy book your Lisbon villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
The Lisbon coast offers city apartments, seaside villas and forest retreats, and we can match the location to how you want to spend your days. With 560+ properties in Lisbon, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access roads, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private guides in Lisbon and Sintra, wine tours in Arrábida, surf lessons at Guincho, a private chef, restaurant reservations and transfers from the airport. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I stay in Lisbon or on the coast?
An apartment in the city is ideal for sightseeing and restaurants. A villa in Cascais, Estoril or Sintra offers a pool, space and beaches, with the city around 30 to 45 minutes away.
How far is Cascais from Lisbon?
Cascais is around 30 to 40 minutes from central Lisbon by road or by the coastal train.
Is Sintra worth visiting?
Yes. Sintra's palaces and gardens are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the highlights of Portugal. Our concierge can arrange guides and tickets.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Lisbon?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Lisbon cost?
Across our 560+ villas in Lisbon, weekly rates typically range from £1,900 to £3,700, with the most affordable from around £1,200 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Lisbon?
April to October is the most pleasant, with the warmest sea in August and September. Spring and autumn are ideal for sightseeing.
Are there villas in Lisbon for large groups?
Yes. Our Lisbon collection includes houses with up to 14 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist of houses that suit it.
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