Refurbished bright and airy 3 bedroom villa set in the residential area of 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 the bedrooms. Large open plan lounge with sea view leading to a 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, blue ray DVD 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. Sunloungers, 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 or there is a bus stop located right outside the property. Travel cot, high chair and potty can be provided and also there is the option of a single put up bed for use in either master bedroom or bedroom 3. 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. 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
Old Town Villa Extensive Ocean Views 5 mins walk to Funchal town/restaurants
- Villa1614 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps7
- Bathrooms3
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay1 - 7 nights
3 Double Bedrooms, 2 Large Sea and City view Facing Terraces
Owner
Karen Pickering
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Jun 15, 2018
About Karen Pickering
Our first visit to Madeira was for our Honeymoon 30+ years ago and we have been returning ever since. It was our visit last Christmas in which 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.
Karen Pickering purchased this Villa in 2015
Why Karen Pickering chose Municipality of Funchal
We have been travelling to Madeira for 30 years and have taken great care to obtain a property which suits the high expectations of visitors to Madeira.
What makes this Villa 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.
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Heater
- Internet
- No Smoking
- Parking
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
- Bedroom 11 queen, Spacious Master bedroom, kingsize bed, outdoor terrace
- Bedroom 21 queen, Kingsize bed, full ensuite with bath and shower
- Bedroom 31 queen, Kingsize bed, full ensuite & room for additional single bed
Bathrooms
- 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower, bidet
- Bathroom 2toilet, combination tub/shower, bidet
- Bathroom 3toilet, shower
- Cloakroomtoilet
- Seperate toilet facilities off living area
Location Type
- Near The Ocean
- Ocean View
- Oceanfront
- Town
- Waterfront
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens ProvidedQuality bedding is provided with additional blankets should they be required. All beds have mattress covers, pillow protectors, duvets and throws. Dressing Gowns available in all bedrooms.
- Air ConditioningAir conditioning now installed in the 3 bedrooms
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingElectric heaters are provided for those chilly evenings over winter. The air conditioning can also heat the bedrooms
- InternetFree internet access is provided
- Iron & Board
- GarageThere is a garage located underneath the house. Please let us know if this is required so a fob can be provided.
- Living Room3 sofas in the lounge
- ParkingRoadside parking available
- Towels ProvidedBath and Hand towels are provided for all bedrooms and also for the sunbeds
- Tumble DryerA tumble drier is provided for the occasional wet day or just for fluffing up your towels
- Washing MachineA washing machine is provided with outside drying area. Pegs and Laundry basket provided
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerBean to cup coffee machine
- Dishes & UtensilsExtensive range of crockery, Glasses and utensils, provided for 6 people, Larger settings available.
- DishwasherNewly installed Dishwasher
- KitchenFully equipped kitchen with all new appliances
- MicrowaveFitted microwave
- OvenNewly installed fan assisted oven
- Pantry ItemsA welcome pack is supplied with a selection of items to help start your vacation
- RefrigeratorNew fridge freezer
- Stove4 Ring Gas Hob
- Toaster4 slice Electric toaster and sandwich maker
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- DiningThere is dining for 6 people both indoors and outdoors.
- Dining Room
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- BooksA selection of books are available for your use. These include a number of Madeira Guidebooks
- DVD PlayerBluray DVD installed and DVDs available for viewing
- GamesA selection of board games are available
- Satellite / CableCable TV provided
- TelevisionLCD TV
Outside
- BalconySunbeds and umberella. Table and chairs on balcony off Master suite
- Deck / Patio4 sunbeds available & 3 parasols. Dining table and 6 chairs (which recline) 2 matching foot stools
- Golf10 minutes from Palheiro Golf Course
- Lawn / GardenSmall area which has fresh herbs and strawberries - Please PYO when available.
- Outdoor GrillHigh quality large BBQ available for use. Tools provided
- Porch / VerandaDrying area
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- wheelchair inaccessible
Attractions
- live theater
- autumn foliage
- botanical garden
- churches
- forests
- library
- bay/sound
- marina
- museums
- recreation center
- restaurants
- waterfalls
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- pier fishing
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- paragliding
- deepsea fishing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
- wind-surfing
House Rules
Check-in: 11:00 AM
Check-out: 2:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
31 Reviews
If you go to Funchal, live here!
This is a house with everything in place. Lovely view, good spacious rooms, walking distance to all the restaurants you need. Perfect terraces. Mirela and Rafael helps you and drives you whereever you want to go. Perfect hjelper to the owners, Karen and Mike. Greetings from the six of us. Thanks.
Thank you for such positive feedback, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the thought that we put in to try to make you stay a pleasure.
We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Karen mike and the team.
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.
We are so pleased you enjoyed the villa and it exceeded your expectations. Our aim is always to make our guests feel welcome and are constantly striving to add the little details which make things easier or more comfortable. Thank you for your feedback on the photos we will have a think about how we can improve them. We hope to welcome you as our guests again should you wish to return to Madeira. Karen and Mike.
Excellent
Home from home comfort,wonderfully equipped,great position excellent holiday home.found Mirela very friendly and welcoming also helpful,would recommend to others would probably return in the future thanks to Karen and mike
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!
Thank you very much for your super 5 star review we really appreciate it and are happy you liked our house and it met with your expectations. We hope many future guests will read your review and understand what a fantastic and unique place we have here right over the sea in Funchal. Thanks again and kind regards Karen & Mike
Like home from home
We had a fantastic 2 week stay this January. Everything was perfect, from the chauffeur collecting us at the airport, the welcome we received at the villa by Ricardo, the villa itself which was appointed to the highest standard we have ever had, Mirella cleaning and looking after us, the general attention to detail which the owners should be very proud of, the gorgeous views and the icing on the cake was the weather! We could ask for no more and will definitely be booking again in the near future. A truly wonderful place to stay within easy walking distance of the town. If you are thinking of booking, then don't hesitate as you won't be disappointed.
Caroline & Keith
Thank you for your positive review.
It is always nice to know that the efforts of our team are appreciated and that the Villa meets with your expectations .
We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Karen and Mike
Excellent location with good views over the sea.
The property is in easy walking distance to the old town, though being Madeira it is of course uphill on the way home. There are lovely views over the sea and a large terrace well equipped with tables chairs sunshades etc, to do that from.
The house is extremely well equipped with good quality goods and really does have everything you need. There are 3 ensuite double bedrooms. One has a seaview and a small terrace, the second has a small terrace and no real view and the third is on the ground floor and we always referred to it as the cellar. This third bedroom is the only downpoint of the whole property.
Another bonus is that there is a garage. You do not actually need a car, you can walk to town and there is a bus stop outside. However if you choose to have a car, the garage is really good news.
Finally Karen answered our queries by return. Thank you