Funchal Old Town Villa Exceptional Ocean Views 5 min walk to shops & restaurants

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3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7150 sq m

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Funchal, Madeira

Funchal Farmers Market
‪9 min walk‬
CR7 Museum
‪3 min drive‬
Madeira Botanical Garden
‪3 min drive‬
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Cloakroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Safe and Clean approved. Extremely clean, modern, bright and airy 3 bedroom villa set in the residential area of Santa Maria Maior, Old Town, Funchal. Within 5 minutes walking distance to shops and restaurants. Uninterrupted sea views visible from the large outdoor areas located on 2 levels - great for watching the Dolphins. Plenty of private space for relaxing on sun beds or dining al fresco whilst watching the cruise ships passing immediately in front of the property. Modern interior updated to provide large airy open plan areas and now the added comfort of air conditioning in all the bedrooms. Large open plan lounge with sea view leading to a brand new fully equipped kitchen and utility room. Appliances include bean to cup coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, microwave, fridge freezer and oven. The lounge is equipped with a LCD TV, cable channels and Wifi. The Villa consists of 3 spacious bedrooms all with king size beds and with full en-suites one of which is a wet room. Sun loungers, bathing towels and parasols are provided. Decoration is modern and comfortable with quality bedding, dressing gowns and towels all supplied. A little haven perfectly located with easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants. The property is accessed via a set of steps and therefore is not suitable for those requiring wheelchair access. The 3rd bedroom is located on the ground floor and accessible via a staircase located off the lounge. Bed linen and towels are changed weekly at no additional charge. There is the option of a single put up bed for use in either master bedroom or bedroom 3. We can also arrange taxi transfers from the airport with a reliable taxi driver (payable locally) and Mirela can book any sight seeing trips for you. Fully Licensed in Madeira License Number AL27048 with Safe & Clean accreditation. Hand gel, masks and disinfectant also provided. The house is priced based on 4 persons with an additional charge of £50 per week for extra guests. Madeira has implemented a tourist tax which is 2 euros per person over 12 for the first 7 nights i.e. 14 euros per person. This can be paid locally to Mirela who will also need copies of your passports at check-in.

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Karen Pickering

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Baby facilities available please ask for these

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed on the outside terraces

All windows and door to be closed when the air conditioning is being used

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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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that 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 027048/AL

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Funchal

Located in Funchal, this villa is on the waterfront. Fort of Sao Tiago and Church of Sao Pedro are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Complexo Balnear Barreirinha and Funchal Municipal Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider CR7 Museum and Museum of Natural History. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.

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Funchal, Madeira

What's nearby

Funchal Farmers Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Town Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Funchal Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
CR7 Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Madeira Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Barreirinha Bar Café - ‬2 min walk
‪Venda Velha - ‬6 min walk
‪Lá ao Fundo - ‬4 min walk
‪Banana's - ‬5 min walk
‪Santiago Beach Bar - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Funchal Old Town Villa Exceptional Ocean Views 5 min walk to shops & restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Funchal Old Town Villa Exceptional Ocean Views 5 min walk to shops & restaurants?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Funchal Old Town Villa Exceptional Ocean Views 5 min walk to shops & restaurants?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Funchal Old Town Villa Exceptional Ocean Views 5 min walk to shops & restaurants located?

This family-friendly Funchal villa is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Complexo Balnear Barreirinha and Funchal Farmers Market. Sao Tiago Beach and Fort of Sao Tiago are also within 5 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

matthew f.

19 Feb 2025

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

Fabulous property

This is a lovely house with amazing views a few minutes walk from the action. We loved the sun terrace and balcony. Better equipped than our own house. Super clean. Sad to be leaving and hope to return!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

2 Oct 2024

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

Gorgeous view and location

Karen’s place has everything you could want for a great holiday. View,location,well stocked home and parking(if you have a car). The place is incredibly well stocked and great walking distance into the city itself. It was so nice to sit on the deck in the evenings that we were home to watch the sky change with the setting sun

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

8 July 2024

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

Beautiful property

Overlooking Funchal harbour, with a short walk from the heart of the city. A beautifully appointed, spacious property, with plenty of space for 6 adults. The only shortcoming was building works to properties on either side (which the owner could do nothing about), which were very intrusive with heavy drilling and loud music every day.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

1 Apr 2024

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

Everything was super!!

Thank you!! :-)

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikita P.

19 July 2022

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

Great stay!

Super clean, spacious and comfortable in every aspect. We had everything we needed, and the welcoming groceries and wines were great! Thank you, Karen and Mirella, for a wonderful stay and easy and pleasant communication.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Manchester, England.

9 Nov 2019

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

Wow, 5 star plus all around

Excellent location, stunning property, every detail thought of. Wine, chocolate, bread and butter waiting for us, toiletries in the bathrooms we couldn't have asked for more.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

22 Sept 2022

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

Outstanding property

We had a great holiday in Maderia,and the property was excellent. Very clean, comfortable and we'll equipped Great location for the Old Town with many bars and restaurants.Would definitely recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith W., Canada

17 May 2019

Number 15

This is one of the best properties we have stayed in, it has everything you could possibly need, the garage is an added bonus. Location is great, there is a nice little restaurant about a 100 yards from the house convenient for breakfast and a short walk takes you into the old town. Will stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

19 Sept 2016

Very impressed with the experience

Most wonderful time at old town villa. Fantastic inside and out, fantastic welcome and ongoing contact if needed, if I could give this any more stars I would Paul and Jan whitfield

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

17 June 2023

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

As described

Clean, well equipped, spacious, secure.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Con M.

30 Apr 2024

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

Holiday in Madeira

Excellent property. I could not believe the amount of ware glasses etc. It had absolutely everything. Mirela was so helpful. Great view from the property. We felt the pull up the hill but very soon found an alternate route. Would definitely recommend it to anybody who is thinking of going to Madeira. Weather was very warm when we were there so it was great to sit out in the shade.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mr John Robb R.

24 Jan 2017

Fantastic house nice quiet area

First time in Maderia, could not have chosen a more perfect location cannot recommend highly enough, Did not have any problems at all, congratulations Karen and Mike for making everything go so smoothly. John and Brenda Robb

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mandy W.

31 May 2018

Amazing!

The villa and the service given by the owners surpassed our expectations. The photos don’t do it justice as it is even more stunning! Fantastic location and every possible thing you might need is supplied and all at a very high level of quality. We would thoroughly recommend this beautiful villa.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslav H.

12 Aug 2023

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Jaroslav

All was be super!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia R.

1 June 2024

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

Incredible

The location of the house is perfect. Within walking distance to cable cars, shops and the farmers market. The house is fantastic, with incredible ocean views to enjoy your meals or just sit with your morning coffee or a glass of wine. We locked ourselves out one day and the homeowner returned my email within 5 minutes. Mirela was there in 10 minutes. The house has everything you need to feel like home, and is incredibly clean. Our taxi driver, Rapheal, was so nice and friendly. We really enjoyed transport with him. We will definitely stay here again when we return. Thanks Karen, your place is definitely exceptional.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

3 Apr 2018

The property was clean tidy and of a high spec, just what we were looking for.

we found the villa to be spacious and very comfortable. We particularly liked the Aircon and en suites in each bedroom, along with the balcony and terrace space which would be ample even if the villa had 6 people in it. The kitchen was also fully spec’d with a great coffee machine being the highlight for us. We spent most of our time outside so the comfortable outdoor seating was also much welcomed. The owners have clearly thought of everything well done to them!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

25 June 2023

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

Absolutely fabulous!!

Everything about this rental is fantastic. It is in a great location, it's a really terrific house, very responsive, owner, and wonderful housekeeper who was really helpful. We were walking distance from everything. We rented a car and we could keep it in the garage. We used in the car for excursions. Two different hiking locations and sights around the island. We had so much fun! Best rental ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryJane L.

10 Mar 2020

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

Location Location

The best self-catering villa ever.! Beautifully furnished, comfortable beds, extremely well stocked kitchen in all respects. Extremely generous welcome pack. Terrace and balconies galore with amazing views to watch the cruise ships. Will be back! Housekeeper Mirela and taxi driver Rafael made our lives even easier. so sorry to leave. Very good communication prior to holiday with owners.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 July 2023

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

Stay to Madeira

The accommodation was very clean and enough space for everyone. Stunning view from the big terrace, where you can sit and eat on a big table. We had everything we needed. The renter was achievable at anytime. We were ordered a taxi to and from the airport. Great service. The driver was on time. We were feeling so comfortable! Very very lovely renter!!! If we come back to Madeira, we would stay in this accommodation again!!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pekka K.

14 Apr 2017

Excellent villa ,perfect location!

We stayed two weeks in this villa in the end of march and enjoyed our stay enormously.The location is perfect,in the old town near the restaurants but far enough to be quiet.The sun shines to the terrace all day long.The villa is very well kept and clean,the towels and sheets are good quality. Also the villa is very well equipped,everything you might need in the kitchen you will find. The housekeeper is very efficient and kind.Airport transfers with Rafael were smooth . We truly recommend this villa. Thank You Karen and Mike!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

22 July 2024

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

Unbelievable.

An amazing villa and there is nothing you could complain about. This villa has nothing missing and much more than you will ever need. A very precise folder gives you all instructions and useful contacts.The location is perfect, near to all facilities but away from the crowds and with outstanding views. Mírela was very welcoming and helpful when meeting and continued that way all through our stay, ensuring we needed nothing. Rafael was fantastic. Collected us from airport and very knowledgable. We booked him for a private tour of the island. A great investment, he could not be more helpful. We were going to hire a car but with Rafael and good buses, was not needed. We did not want to rave about villa because we do not want it booked when we want to come back, hopefully soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita E.

4 Mar 2022

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

Excellent

The villa has everything you could possibly want including tea, coffee, laundry cleaners & softeners, dishwasher tablets and tissues. The list is endless. Beds and pillows were very comfortable and everything was spotless. Karen and Mirela were lovely and looked after us brilliantly & our taxi transfers with Rafael all went smoothly, despite having to change our plans a couple of times due to flight changes. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the villa.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B., Langton Matravers

29 Apr 2023

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

Amazing villa in spectacular old town Funchal

This is an amazing modern Villa with spectacular views and facilities. We were met by the housekeeper who was very helpful and welcoming, with lots of local knowledge. The villa is much more spacious than it looks on the listing and is immaculately clean and well stocked. The Coffee machine such a bonus and we also enjoyed a BBQ on the terrace one evening. The location was amazing and very close to waterfront and in the old town where the best cafes and restaurants are, but also a little set back from the business and noise so was nice and quiet. Parking was easy as we had hired a car and a perfect base for trips out of the city. The villa felt spacious and luxurious and sunsets on the terrace were spectacular.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanja M., Treia

7 June 2019

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

Fantastic, wonderful, the best holidays

We had the best holidays ever! The villa was so luxury, so clean, so many beautiful details, equipped with everything. The housekeeper Mirela is the most gentle and friendly person, we ever met. She is doing her very best to serve you everything, that is possible. Just 5 minutes walk and you are in the old town with bars, restaurants directly at the seaside. We have nothing missed. The villa and Madeira are not cheap, but every cent is super investigated.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip M., Southampton

19 July 2018

Brilliant villa, brilliant location !

Karen and Mike are great owners with really good communications and information. Finding the villa was easy and we were welcomed by Mirela who was very helpful throughout. The garage is perfect (plenty of room for even a large car), as parking is difficult given the villas close vicinity to the centre of Funchal. The villa is in a quite location with great sea views. It is very modern, clean and well equipped with comfy beds and inside/outside furniture. The location means that it is only a few minutes walk to the nearest cafe and many good restaurants, with the town centre a few minutes further. We would definitely return to this villa and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Karen Pickering

Our first visit to Madeira was for our Honeymoon 35+ years ago and we have been returning ever since. It was our visit at Christmas 2014 when we found the house and are extremely happy to share it with you. We live in the UK, have one Son and are both working professionals.

Why they chose this property

We have been travelling to Madeira for over 35 years and have taken great care to obtain a property which suits the high expectations of visitors to Madeira. We wanted a property where we could watch the cruise ships and fire works and had undisturbed views of the sea. These requirements limited our available search to the one road (Rue do Lazareto ) which we were rewarded with finally found a house on completing in June 2015.

What makes this property unique

It was watching the cruise ships on New Years eve from the terrace which convinced us that this was the right property for us. We had been searching in this area for many years and the view sealed the deal ! We have just returned having spent 2 weeks watching the dolphins playing in the sea, a magical breakfast experience.

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