2 bedroom cottage in Arco da Calheta, Madeira
Cottage with Private Pool, Sea and Mountain Views
Large Balcony to Watch the Sun Go Down Over the Sea
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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Our beautiful stone house is just 25 minutes drive from Funchal on excellent roads. Our friend and agent Ezekiel will show you where the house is and can arrange transport from the airport if you prefer. As you approach the property there is a gated area for parking the car. The road level accesses the bedrooms so you don't have to heave luggage up and down stairs. A spiral staircase leads to the living accommodation and pool etc but there is also a straight staircase beside the house. The kitchen has a hob unit and combi-microwave, as well as kettle etc. There is also a dishwasher. For cooking outside there is a brick barbecue. Satellite TV and DVD player are installed. There is a garden below the pool level which contains the Casa da Madeira (wooden house). If the owners are there during your stay they may use the swimming pool. Just 10 mins drive away you will find the only sandy beach in Madeira. You should visit just to see the sunset.
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| Rental periods | Casa da Pedra | Casa da Madeira |
| 2008 Standard: 6 -31 January | 470 euros | 350 euros |
| 2008 Standard: 1 February - 30 June | 470 euros | |
| 2008 High Season: July - August | 630 euros | 350 euros |
| 2008 High Season: September | 630 euros | |
| 2008 Autumn: 1 October - 20 December | 470 euros | |
| 2008 Autumn: 1 - 20 December | 470 euros | 350 euros |
| 2008 Christmas: 21 December - 5 January 2009 | 650 euros | 350 euros |
| 2009 Standard: 6 January - 30 June | 470 euros | |
| 2009 High season: 1 July - 30 September | 650 euros | |
| 2009 Autumn: 1 October - 20 December | 650 euros |
Notes on prices
Prices for 2008/2009 are for the property per week in euros. If guests arrive or leave the house after 6pm on weekdays, or at any time on Saturdays and Sundays, our representative will charge an extra 30 Euros for the out of hours check in/out.
Changeover day
Monday is usual on the island because all charter airlines are Monday but we are prepared to be flexible, particularly on bookings of 2 weeks and above.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 has twin beds and has an en suite shower room (state of the art shower) and lots of cupboard space. Bedroom 2 has twin beds and a walk in cupboard with iron and board. They both lead onto a very large balcony with table and 4 chairs. |
| Bathrooms: | En suite to bedroom 1 with a shower which includes massage jets and a radio. A second bathroom with bath (shower over). There is also a pool side shower and washroom. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen includes a hob, microwave with grill and oven, a fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There are lots of cupboards and full china and cutlery etc are included. There is a clothes airer for drying swimming things etc. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has a very large refectory table and 4 benches which will easily take 12 people. The living area has a 3-piece suite. Satellite TV and DVD are installed and there are a few DVDs. Guests can also swap their books if they wish. |
| Other: | In the garden, approached via the pool terrace, is the Casa da Madeira. It is has one bedroom (double), with living room which opens out onto a terrace, a shower room and a kitchen. You may be able to rent it to give more space - ask Ezekiel. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Each room has 2 complete sets of bed linen and bathroom towels. The house will be serviced weekly. Rubbish should be bagged and if you feel like a walk taken to the nearby disposal point. There is one pool towel per person. |
Notes on accommodation
There is a camp bed and an inflatable single bed if there are children. There is also a travel cot for babies.
- hob/stove,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Accessibility
Unsuitable for people with mobility problems.
Outside
The property is on 3 levels. The road level is the bedrooms where there is a large balcony (only accessible from the rooms). On the second level the living room opens out onto a covered patio with the pool. The pool is approx 5x8m and 1.5 m deep with steps to get in or out. There is a large tiled area round the pool and a simple pool shower. There are wooden benches along the side, 2 loungers and a table with 4 chairs. Below this there is a garden with mature avacado and custard apple trees. You are welcome to pick the fruit for yourselves in December/January when they are ripe. The garden will eventually contain a variety of fruit trees. In the garden there is a one bedroom wooden house which is available for rental in July, August, December and January.
Coast/Beach
There are no natural beaches in Madeira but one has been created only 10 mins drive away. The rocky beaches are great for snorkelling or scuba diving. The fish are wonderful and the waters clear.
Travel
Funchal is the only airport on the island and it is approx. 45 mins from the house. We recommend hiring a car at the airport but keep it small. Once off the main roads Madeira roads are narrow.
Distances
The house is in the village of Arco da Calheta, only 25 minutes drive to Funchal and all it offers. It is a great location for walkers.
Further details
Arco da Calheta is a very attractive village which has a social centre, cafes and a number of small supermarkets which sell everything you need. The locals reckon that Arco da Calheta has the best micro-climate of all! It’s a quiet location – you are more likely to hear the neighbours’ dogs and chickens than traffic. The Calheta Beach Hotel which is down by the beach has a spa which the public can use and there is a leisure centre, banks and restaurants in Estreito da Calheta which is only 10 minutes drive from the house. Driving towards Funchal you will find Madelena do Mar where there are restaurants and bars and a rocky beach. Further on is Ribeira Brava, with another rocky beach. There is also a small market, a large supermarket, banks and a number of restaurants.
Booking notes
Booking is through our agent Ezekiel. You will be asked to transfer the deposit and balance to our bank in Madeira. Half the total price will be paid on booking and the remainder six weeks before the rental takes place. The deposit is non returnable. You will be asked for a refundable deposit of 100 euros on arrival to cover breakages.
Please note that from 29 October to 22 November 2008 the pool will be out of action for refurbishment.
For booking and further information
Ezekiel Freitas
Tel/Fax: (Portugal) +351 291 827 919
Mobile: (Portugal) +351 968 189 810
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