Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Eglise de Faja da Ovelha and 2 miles (3 km) of Paul do Mar Beach with a stay here. Levada Pedregal and Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 24 min drive - 21.6 km
Fanal Protected Area - 33 min drive - 33.3 km
Seixal Beach - 34 min drive - 31.1 km
Getting around
Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
âȘPortinho - âŹ9 min drive
âȘGato Legal Coffee Roastery - âŹ7 min drive
âȘO Moinho - âŹ4 min drive
âȘMaktub - âŹ8 min drive
âȘJoe's Bar - âŹ8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa with private pool, large garden and stunning sea view
The villa and property has 180 degrees sea view. The 100 year old stone house was rebuilt and modernized in 2007, while retaining its simplicity and modesty. Upstairs the house has a joint living room/dining room/kitchen, a bathroom and a large bedroom, and downstairs two bedrooms. All rooms have sea view and lead out to terraces. There is a stereo, dvd player, several films and a monitor but there is no wifi. There are also many books, in many languages, also for children. Linen and towels provided. The pool is 3 by 6 meters, not heated. There are several terraces for dining and sunbathing: a roofed one outside the kitchen, one old and one new outside upper bedroom, one under grapevine outside lower bedrooms, and one around the pool. The surroundings consist of farming terraces and flower gardens. The road is reached by private stairs (60 steps). Parking on road about 100 metres away from top of stairs. The inside of the house is rustic and functional, while the outside is spacious and private with many semi-tropical plants.
Property manager
Jan (the Norwegian owner)
Languages
Danish, English, French, Norwegian, Portuguese, Swedish
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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)
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 861 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number 184015/AL
Property is also known as
With Pool, Large Stunning Sea
Villa with pool large garden stunning sea view
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Villa with private pool, large garden and stunning sea view Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 60 reviews
10 - Excellent
33
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 60 reviews
8 - Good
19
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 60 reviews
6 - Okay
5
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 60 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karl P.
Apr 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Couples getaway trip
We had a fantastic stay with Maria. The rustic property was in a cute, quiet, and private location with an amazing view of the ocean. Easy parking was available below the church, which was a 5-minute walk away from the property. The garden and view were highlights of the property that we will always remember.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the place to anyone wanting to visit Madeira.
Karl P.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
MikoĆaj L.
Oct 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic views at the end of the world
If you are looking for a secluded breathtaking location with a cozy, rustic but functional lodging - this house is for you. Sure there are some insects, and the house is not brand new but it all adds to the charm. And I promise you - you won't find any better view for your swims, dinners and birdwatching. The host was super helpful!
MikoĆaj L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Mark N.
Oct 14, 2017
Beautiful views in a quiet and secluded location
We had a wonderful 2 week family holiday here in mid-August. The best thing about this place is the location. It is beautifully secluded with a view of hundreds and hundreds of miles of sea, The sunsets are spectacular. There is not even a hint of tourism in the locality, yet a twenty minute drive to Calheta gets you to a beach, water sports, restaurants, supermarkets etc .
The walks from the property are steep and beautiful. Within ten or fifteen minutes you can have climbed high up through the small villages to the local bakery and coffees shop, or dropped over a kilometre down towards the stunning coastline with more breathtaking views.
Outside the property the secluded pool was a welcome break from the mid day sun, and remained warm enough to swim in even late at night. The various terraces make taking meals at home even more tempting than eating out.
If your priority is a quiet holiday, in a secluded location, with a pool and breathtaking scenery then youâll enjoy this place.
Mark N.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
2/10 Terrible
Denise S.
Sep 6, 2017
In need of redecoration
There is no doubt that the views are beautiful and the swimming pool is an added bonus, very clean and well looked after. The setting is perfect, very quiet and peaceful. Unfortunately, the interior decoration and furnishings are in desperate need of updating and replacing. The outside furniture was, overall, uncomfortable. The inside furniture and furnishings were, sadly, old and worn. The shutters on to the old terrace could not be opened as they were rusted shut and didn't want to force them in case they broke. This was obviously a charming and rustic property about 5 years ago but has now become tired and unloved.
Denise S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
8/10 Good
Michele C.
Jun 9, 2017
Lovely
Thanks
Michele C.
10/10 Excellent
Andrea H.
Jun 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Another day in paradise
A wonderful cozy place to be.We enjoyed our stay deeply. You could feel the very individual and delicate equiped interior. Simply, but tasteful.Thank you to make a hidden paradise with that house possible for us to visit.
Andrea H.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Birgit D.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub in Spitzenlage
Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Haus schlicht aber funktional, die AuĂenanlagen (Terrassen, Garten, Pool) und der Blick einfach ein Traum! Wir fanden den Abstand zu Funchal eher einen Pluspunkt. Auch auf dieser Seite der Insel kann man genug unternehmen. Die AktivitĂ€ten des hauseigenen Katzenclans waren fĂŒr uns ebenfalls sehr unterhaltsam! Als einzigen Nachteil sahen wir das dritte, etwas ungemĂŒtliche Schlafzimmer im UntergeschoĂ, das zum Einen als ein Durchgangszimmer zum zweiten Schlafraum dient, zum Anderen durch die Treppe nach oben offen zum Wohnzimmer ist.Wir wĂŒrden aber trotzdem jederzeit nochmal kommen.
Wir haben uns total wohl gefĂŒhlt in dem Haus. Es ist toll ausgestattet, die Betten sind gemĂŒtlich und durch die Holzdielen ist es total wohnlich. Die SonnenuntergĂ€nge sind der wahnsinn!!!
Anni K.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Matthias K.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view, not so lovely insects
Plain and simple: the view is breathtaking.But you have to work for it. As has been said before, you park your car at the church, walk a few hundred meters down a small road and the take 61 steps to the entrance to the garden. I don't mind such a little workout. What I care more about is my food, and that needs to be protected from tiny ants. We first found them in a lovely Bouquet of flowers which greeted us in the kitchen upon arrival. Lovely idea, not so lovely insects included. In the following days we put all food, including bread, into the fridge. We did not expect the ants to get there as well. But they did, and even found a way into a closed plastic bag full of cookies we had bought at the farmers market in Prazeres. Tiny hungry beasts ;)Apart from that, I would agree with those who describe the house as a little worn out. After all the oven seems to be as brandnew as the stainless steel pan. Still: a view to die for.
Matthias K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Mattias U.
Mar 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Einfaches FerienhÀusle mit grossartigem Meerblick
Wir haben uns wunderbar erholt viel gekocht und gebacken und schöne Wanderungen in der Gegend gemacht. Uns hat es sehr gefallen!
Mattias U.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Franz S., Berlin
Feb 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
10 Tage wandern mit 6 Leuten
War eine gute gemĂŒtliche Unterkunft in einem Provinzdorf. Absolute Ruhe und Stille. Man braucht schon ein Auto. Unterkunft leider schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Nicht zu empfehlen fĂŒr 6 Erwachsene Menschen. Mitunter sind Matratzen komplett durchgelegen. Pool war schön und der Garten auch. Tolle Insel.
Huis zeer vochtig en koud. Handdoeken en kleding bleven hele week vochtig. Schimmel in de keuken(kasten) en de badkamer. Lekkage boven het aanrecht/kookplaat. Waterkoker lekte zodat er water stond op de elektrische plaat. Muizen en mieren in de keuken.
Meubels (bank en stoel) oud en vies. CD speler etc functioneerde niet. Slechte, oude matrassen in de bedden. Deur naar badkamer kon niet dicht, slot kapot. Huis niet geschikt voor 6 personen zoals in de advertentie stond; 4 krukken bij de âeettafelâ
Al met al een grote teleurstelling