APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains - Santa Maria Maior

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Sea view

Check out the area

Funchal, Madeira Island

Madeira Botanical Garden11 min walk
Funchal Farmers Market15 min walk
CR7 Museum4 min drive
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)15 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains

This Apartment is REGISTERED with the MUNICIPIO DO FUNCHAL. (24151/AL)

First floor bright and airy apartment in a small six-condo building.
Entrance into a spacious combined living/dining area leading onto balcony with table and chairs. Tiles and parquet flooring. Large fully-fitted kitchen with laundry. Main double bedroom with large sliding door wardrobe and drawers. This bedroom also has a private balcony and en-suite bathroom consisting of overhead bath shower, W.C, bidet and wash-hand basin. 2nd Bedroom consists of two adult single beds, wardrobe and drawers. There is another 1/2 bathroom with WC, wash-hand basin and also a free-standing cubicle housing the massage shower. Linen cupboard in hallway.
There is free outside street parking always available for a car rental if necessary. CABLE TV (40 Channels-All languages) DVD/CD and VIDEO PLAYER (with library) provided. Free WI-FI and Pay-as-you-Go available in apartment and at most shopping malls, cafes and Funchal Cathedral area. N.B. Please contact Owner relative to accommodating Children (under 10 years) Pets and wheelchair accessibility.

FESTIVALS: MADEIRA hosts CARNIVAL WEEK during the month of FEBRUARY/MARCH, but differs annually The GRAND PARADE is held on a SATURDAY and the Fun Parade is on the following Tuesday. So if you feel inclined to donn a Wig or Moustache you are cordially invited to join in the fun with the locals. Singing, Music and Dancing along the streets of the City with small stalls offering the traditional food of the Island.

APRIL/MAY, is FLOWER FESTIVAL TIME. Admire the beautiful Carpet of Flowers along the main Avenue leading up to the Cathedral as well as the Display Marquee of prize orchids and other exotic blooms. The culmination of the Festival is the GRAND PARADE of FLOATS festooned with thousands and thousands of flowers. This festival is not to be missed, but please inquire early as it is one of the most popular. The dates change annually.

FLOWERS AND GARDENS: It is not for nothing that Madeira is known as 'THE FLOATING GARDEN'. All the gardens ARE AT THEIR BEST DURING THE MONTHS OF MAY AND JUNE continuing right through the Summer months. An added BONUS takes place in the form of the ATLANTIC FESTIVAL during the month of JUNE. EVERY SATURDAY evening there is a spectacular Fireworks Display. Although it is hosted by Madeira, three other countries will also be competing for the winning title. During the course of Atlantic Week local 'wandering minstrels' will be entertaining guests with their music and songs. This is a wonderful time just to sit at one of the street-side cafes, sip a glass of wine, listen to the 'troubadors' and watch the World go by.

WINE FESTIVAL.: The ANNUAL WINE HARVEST is celebrated in the Centre of FUNCHAL during the month of SEPTEMBER. Small stalls along the main avenues offer MADEIRA wine tasting and local traditional food. Performances of FOLKLORE singing and dancing take place on stages erected for the occasion. Altogether a delightful time to mingle with the local Madeiran people and enjoy the festivities.

The next festival here in Funchal is the CHRISTMAS ILLUMINATIONS which are turned on during the first week of DECEMBER and continue into the New Year. Every street, lane and building - as far as the eye can see - is decorated. Ofcourse this culminates in a magnificent fireworks display to WELCOME IN THE NEW YEAR. The view from the apartment is absolutely spectacular and you feel as if you can reach out and touch the fireworks. Do not miss out on Funchal at this time of the year as it will be forever remembered.

Property manager

Sandy Becker

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Sea view

Outdoor space

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 10:30 AM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

8 years and over

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Although there is no security deposit it would be appreciated if any breakages could be replaced with an article of similar value. Quiet Time 22h30-9h

The apartment is completely self-catering and it is expected to be left in a clean and tidy state upon departure.

There is an extra charge of E6 per night each for guests above two. The apartment is registered for a total of four guests.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Funchal

Located in Funchal, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit CR7 Museum and Madeira Botanical Garden. Complexo Balnear Barreirinha and Funchal Tourist Office are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

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Funchal, Madeira Island

What's nearby

Madeira Botanical Garden - 11 min walk
Funchal Farmers Market - 15 min walk
Town Square - 3 min drive
Se Cathedral - 3 min drive
CR7 Museum - 4 min drive

Getting around

Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

Cica Jardim Botânico - 13 min walk
Teleférico do Jardim Botânico - 16 min walk
Bela 5 - 15 min walk
Padaria Sésamo - 9 min walk
Mallassada Boutique - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains?

Check-in begins at 10:30 AM.

What time is check-out at APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is APARTMENT - 2 balconies overlooking City, Harbour, Gardens & Mountains located?

Located in the heart of Funchal, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Pregetter's Orchid Garden and Funchal Farmers Market. Madeira Botanical Garden and Vila Guida Garden Viewpoint are also within 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

5 Sept 2019

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

Wonderful Madeira

This property was superb. It was old fashioned but we loved it as it had that holiday feel. Sandy was an excellent host and provider of tips for buses and places to go. She also took us to the supermarket when we arrived and we were able to stock up on the basics especially 2 huge bottles of water. We can't thank her enough and would highly recommend this property and her.

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

2 Apr 2019

What a fabulous gem of a place to stay

We had such a good time in Madeira and Sandy and the apartment played no small part in that. The apartment is so well situated and the view from the balcony is stunning. Sandy was so welcoming and helpful. She was always on hand to help with anything - from shopping on the first day, organising bus passes, booking tours and supplying a cork screw when needed!!!! Thank you for a fabulous 5 days - I can't wait to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

18 Feb 2019

A lovely. private rental. overlooking Funchal and the Cruise Ship harbour, within easy public bus

We had been to Funchal twice, once on a Package holiday. then on a Amazonia cruise. We wanted a holiday that was different, and more satisfying. I had recently recovered from major operation and we both needed somewhere to recuperate. We went to HomeAway, and decided on Sandy Becker's mountainside apartment, because it appeared to tick all of our needs. We soon paid the deposit and confirmed our booking. We confirmed travel by Jet2. Sandy Becker was in email contact from the beginning. She rated our 5* grading from the onset, by nicely explaining on line, the apartment position, arranging a taxi to meet us at the airport, greeting us when we arrived, and then carefully showing us around the property and workings. Later, in her car, Sandy took us to get our GIRO town bus, discounted, tickets, and to a supermarket to buy the immediate things for our settling in. Next day Sandy took us by town bus, us into Funchal to show us the essential landmarks such a bus stops to get to and fro the apartment. We also shopped at the best supermarket, with Sandy showing where familiar items were and at the same time, restaurants where best to dine well, at very sensible cost. We later found this to be good advice, which not only saved us money, but also gave us some excellent meal out occasions. Sandy then walked us through to Old Funchal, sightseeing, towards the Cable Car and the Fort, after confirming we could find our way back to the apartment left us to explore. Our holiday in Funchal was 34 nights. Sunday is a quiet day in the city! However every Sunday invited us to join her in her car to visit places well off the beaten track. We went to the Sunday Market at a village on top of the mountain, visited a historic park, had a thrilling drive back! On the following Sundays we went to two superb Golf Courses, spent a day in Blandys Garden Park, were lucky to actually walked under a rainbow, then found it became a double rainbow. managed to photograph the event! The 29 bus from the stop near the apartment took up to the peaceful, forest Levada walks where we loved to walk most days, and we learned from Sandy other bus options to different Levadas. I came home s much fitter, my wife completely content, after my survival from Boerhaave;s Syndrome Op at Easter. It was all down to the finding this place where we relaxed, ate, walked miles, slept long and lived well. A good choice in finding Sandy Becker's apartment, and meeting Sandy. Thank you!

Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Heiko V.

2 Aug 2018

Freundlicher Gastgeber, zentrale Lage, ruhig

Wir waren diesen Sommer für 3 Wochen mit 4 Personen zu Gast bei Sandy. Das Appartement ist so wie in der Anzeige beschrieben. Es ist komplett eingerichtet und hat Platz für 4 Personen mit zwei Schlafzimmern und zwei Bädern. Der Wohnraum ist großzügig gestaltet, verfügt über großzügige Sitzgelegenheiten und einen separaten Essbereich. Die Küche ist ausgestattet mit allem was man benötigt, wenn man sich selbst versorgen möchte und es gibt sogar zwei Balkone. Neben Tisch und Stühlen auf dem großen Balkon gab es sogar noch 2 Liegestühle für den kleineren Balkon. Und sollte etwas fehlen, ist Sandy ein engagierter und freundlicher Gastgeber. Die Aussicht ist sehr schön. Die Lage ist am Rande oberhalb von Funchal und so kann man wunderbar auf die Stadt und den Hafen schauen. Direkt vor der Tür befindet sich eine Bushaltestelle und in unmittelbarer Nähe eine weitere, die durch 2 Buslinien bedient werden. Eine davon fährt direkt zum Flughafen. Der Bus direkt vor unserem Appartement benötigte 7 Minuten bis ins Zentrum. Die Busverbindungen über die Insel sind sehr gut. Ein Auto war für uns nicht erforderlich. In unmittelbarer Nähe liegt der Botanische Garten (etwa 5-10 Minuten Fußweg). Dort befindet sich sogar eine Seilbahn mit der man nach Monte hochfahren kann, wo sich ebenfalls ein sehr schöner Garten befindet, in dem man Stunden verbringen kann. Sehr gut fanden wir, dass Sandy uns ein Taxi organisiert hat, was uns vom Flughafen abholte. Sie hat uns anschließend angeboten, den ersten großen Einkauf gemeinsam mit Ihrem Auto zu erledigen. Das erleichterte den Start in einen gelungenen Urlaub. Sie hat uns kurz in das Appartement eingewiesen, uns wohl dosiert Informationen zu Busverbindungen, Ausflügen, Wanderrouten und sonstige Tipps gegeben. Sogar die Buskarten hatte sie schon parat, die man in Funchal an bestimmten Stellen für eine bestimmte Anzahl Busfahrten aufladen kann. Das ist wesentlich günstiger. Sie bestellt bei Bedarf ein Taxi und vermittelt auch bei Tagesausflügen privat oder in kleinen Gruppen. Sprechen Sie sie einfach an. Sie spricht englisch, aber ich denke selbst als nicht englischsprechender Gast sind diese Dinge vermittelbar. Ich spreche englisch, alle anderen in unserem Quartett nicht und es sind alle auch gut allein zurechtgekommen. Sandy ist jederzeit erreichbar. Liebe Sandy, wir bedanken uns herzlich für den gelungenen Aufenthalt.

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

10/10 Excellent

Franky D.

26 Apr 2017

Excellent Apartment. Clean, sunny and a fabulous view.

We are truly happy that we stayed at Sandy's place in Funchal. It is an independent apartment with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and two balconies. It is close to the Botanic Gardens and 15 minutes bus ride from downtown. We wanted to be away from the late night noise of the downtown and we were able to enjoy the fabulous views of the harbour from a vantage point of our balconies. We used a combination of city buses, taxis, minibus tours and hiking to cover lavadas, mountains and coastal towns. We went to Potrto Moniz and North West of Madeirato on a minibus tour recommended by Sandy and it turned out to be well organized and great value for money. Sandy had arranged a taxi for our pick up from the airport. She was there to welcome us. She took us to the grocery store in her car which helped us to stock up for the two weeks we stayed in Funchal. Throughout our stay she was available to provide information and guidance. My wife and myself found Pingo Doce, the local supermarket chain a good place to buy necessities and the farmers market on Fridays at the main market in Funchal a great for local fruits and vegetables. I am a writer and I was able to work on Cultivating Happiness, my current book, during our stay there. We are happy to have discovered Madeira as well as Sandy's place. We will be back again. Franky Dias Author of Buddha in Rush Hour and The Taste of Water

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2017

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Becker

I have lived in Madeira for 25 years and love the Island. I never tire of the magnificent scenery with both mountain and sea views. The climatic conditions are perfect with temperatures throughout the year between 16 deg C and 25 deg C. The local folks are considerate and helpful and it is for these reasons that I am still here.

Why they chose this property

For guests who wish to be a short distance out of the hustle and bustle and noise of the City, this is an ideal location. Calm and peacefulness is what you will experience with beautiful views overlooking the Botanic Gardens. At the same time you have the convenience of the local bus service just outside the apartment. The buses are an inexpensive mode of transport, very frequent and very reliable right on your doorstep.