With a privileged tranquil location close to Prazeres, overlooking the rolling countryside and the sea, this beautiful air-conditioned new villa is finished to the highest standards in a contemporary décor and offers a fantastic inside/outside open plan living area and terrace with pool deck overlooking the surrounding countryside and sea.
Refurbished and extended from an old stone cottage, it features such luxuries as en-suite shower-rooms, a high-tech kitchen with built-in wine chiller, smart TV with a Netflix account for guest’s use and a separate games/leisure room, allowing guests to experience the great lifestyle that its name implies.
The open-plan living area with seating area, dining area and open-plan kitchen features large sliding glass doors, turning it into an inside/outside space that extends to the front terrace and al-fresco eating area that winds around to the side and the built-in barbecue. Terraced lawns lead down to the to the large pool and surrounding deck with sunbeds and sun-umbrellas.
Family time can be also enjoyed in the leisure/games room with table football, Playstation 4 and table and chairs for table games.
The three bedrooms occupy the part of the house that was the old cottage; two are on the first floor and feature en-suite shower rooms, and the other is on the ground floor and has an adjoining family bathroom.
The owners have taken great care to make the villa environmentally friendly, and it has received an A+ Energy Efficiency Certificate. Building and glazing insulation means it is fresh in the summer and warm in the winter, and the hot water system uses solar and photovoltaic panels to heat the water and produce electricity.
There is secure parking for 3 cars at the rear, up a flight of steps.
Located away from the busy resorts, yet with easy access to nearby villages and the town of Calheta, it allows guests to experience the real Madeira. Close by, within walking distance is Mr. Gomes minimarket and snack- bar. Other restaurants and local bars can be found a little further away, and Prazeres, 4 Km and a 5-minute drive away has a greater selection.
The resort of Calheta with its man-made beach, branded supermarket and more cafés and restaurants, is 10 Km away, easily accessed via the expressway in 10 minutes driving time.
Funchal is an easy 50 minute drive via expressway and motorway, and the airport a further 10 minute drive.
Walks are plentiful in the surrounding area and you can easily access 2 levadas that provide great walking conditions.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom 1, 1st floor, King size bed, en-suite shower room, air-conditioning
Bedroom 2, floor, 1st floor, King size bed, en-suite shower room, air-conditioning
Bedroom 2, ground floor, two single beds, air-conditioning, French window to exterior
Bathroom 1, ground floor, single washbasin, bath with overhead shower, bidet toilet
Bathroom 2, 1st floor, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet
Bathroom 3, 1st floor, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet
Lounge/Dining
Ground floor, open plan with seating for 6, flat-screen cable Smart TV with access to Youtube and Netflix account included , Bluetooth speaker, air-conditioning.
Dining table for 6.
Large sliding glass doors to front terrace and swimming pool area and deck.
Kitchen
Fully equipped open kitchen with 4-ring electric induction cooker, built-in electric oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, electric juice maker, handheld liquidizer and sandwich maker.
Opens to barbecue and garden.
Leisure/Games Room
Table football, PlayStation 4, table and chairs, table games
Outside
Terraced lawns, swimming pool and deck
Built-in barbecue with added counter and sink
Swimming pool
Type: rectangular
Length: 7,0m
Width: 3,5m
Depth: 0,25m to 1,38m
Swimming pool heating:
Heating is optional and costs 140,00€ per week for 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival.
A supplement of 30,00€ per week applies for each additional degree up to a maximum of 26ºC
Pool heating can be provided and should be requested at least one week in advance. Should it be requested after arrival at the villa, the minimum charge applicable is one week, which is payable from the time the heating is turned on.
Other
Laundry and utility room with washing machine, iron and ironing board.
Secure parking facilities for 3 cars. Although not essential, as in most villas, a hire car is recommended.
There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the villa
Nearby
The nearest facilities are a mini-market, café and snack bar only 600m away. There are some additional country mini-markets bars and snack-bars in the surrounding countryside areas, easily accessible by car.
There is a small supermarket approximately 4 Km away by the Fajã da Ovelha church. Also 4 Km away in the other direction is the town of Prazeres, where there is another supermarket and a greater selection of restaurants.
The resort of Calheta with its man-made beach, branded supermarket and more cafés and restaurants, is 10 Km away, easily accessed via the expressway in 10 minutes driving time.
Funchal is an easy 50-minute drive via expressway and motorway, and the airport a further 10 minute drive.
Madeira
Some seven hundred kilometres west of the African coast, Madeira is a stunning mountainous emerald island, lapped by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. The first island to be discovered by the Portuguese navigators in 1419, Madeira became an important resting place on the long trip to the new world. From these humble beginnings, the holiday trade was formed and this spectacular island, which used to be the favourite place of the rich and famous, is now the preferred choice of all sorts of visitors, from those seeking year-round warm temperatures to nature lovers and sightseers, sports and active enthusiasts of all ages. Culture, history, stunning nature, a myriad of sea and land activities, added to a great foodie scene means Madeira has something for everyone. No matter where you go on the island you are rewarded by fabulous scenery, tiny villages and friendly people. With a population of over 100,000, Funchal is not only the capital, but also the 'heart' of Madeira and home to many of the islanders. This makes it a busy, chic, cosmopolitan and fun city, full of shops, shopping centres, bars, cafés and a great variety of restaurants and entertainment; a vibrant, cosmopolitan town where historic splendour and breath-taking natural beauty combine with a thoroughly modern atmosphere.
Cleaning
The property is prepared for your arrival. For stays of longer than 7 nights, a change of linen and towels, and light mid-stay cleaning of bathrooms is provided on a day and time to be advised at check-in.
All linen and towels are provided, including towels for the swimming pool.
For health reasons, linen for a baby cot is not provided and you should bring your own.
Guests need to vacate the villa during a mid-stay clean and change of linen.
Booking Notes
The rental value varies with the number of people occupying the property, so please ensure you enter the correct dates, number of adults, children and infants. Please note that supplements apply should additional people join you for any length of time.
To secure your reservation we require a 30% deposit, or the full amount if you are arriving within 8 weeks. The balance is due 8 weeks prior to arrival.
A security deposit of 300€ is required on arrival, payable in cash.
Final details for check-in and driving instructions to the property will be sent 7 days prior to arrival. A contact number will be provided, and to be able to access the property, you need to phone this number as you are leaving the airport. It is your responsibility to contact and advise the number provided on the check-in details to advise any delays to the expected check-in time.
Check-in times - at the property - are between 16H00 and 19H00. For Sunday arrivals and out of hours check-in, alternative arrangements will be made and an additional cost will apply.
Check-in and check-out flexibility will be applied where possible, but this will depend on housekeeping schedules and the departure and arrival days of other reservations either side of your stay; a definitive answer can only be provided within 24 hours of your arrival for check-in and your departure for check-out.
This property is registered and has a Casa de Campo License nº 8838
The payment of a Tourist Tax has been implemented for all arriving visitors on or after 01 October 2024 across all of Madeira and Porto Santo by the local Municipalities.
This applies to all visitors to Madeira aged 13 or over, and costs 2€ per person per day up to a maximum of 14€ per person.
Your accommodation is responsible for collecting these amounts and paying them on your behalf to the applicable municipality.
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
PLEASE TELEPHONE VANDA ON 00351 965 680 006, AS YOU ARE ABOUT TO LEAVE THE AIRPORT Please print these driving instructions and have them with you when you arrive in Madeira.
If you have a car and are driving to your villa or apartment, please follow these instructions. Using GPS will take you via old and less easy roads and unusual locations:
Leaving the airport take the motorway (Via Rápida) West in the direction of Funchal and after this to Ribeira Brava. Travel for 34. Km.
When you reach the end of the motorway (approximately 35 minutes) keep on the right hand lane and follow the signs to Ribeira Brava – Ponta do Sol.
The slip road will lead you to a roundabout. Take the first exit to Ribeira Brava and drive towards the sea for 1,4Km. You will reach another roundabout. Take the 1st exit into the tunnel and you will now carry on for 3,9Km until you reach the roundabout of Ponta do Sol.
At the end of the tunnel you will reach another roundabout; take the 2nd exit , signposted Ponta do Sol and drive through another tunnel. At the end, carry on along the coastal road a
