Large house, sunny Calheta | Casa Vista Bela

This is a great holiday villa, whatever you wish to do whilst in Madeira. Located in sunny Calheta, with great views over vineyards and banana plantations to the sea, it is only a five minute drive to the beach, sea and marina, but also perfectly located for exploring the island and with easy access to the Paul da Serra plateau where you will find the best walking conditions.

The entrance leads directly to the very spacious open-plan living space with lounge and dining areas, which leads onto the long front terrace with superb panoramic views to the sea, outdoor dining facilities and sun-beds.

The large fully equipped kitchen is off the living room and opens up to the back terrace where you will find the large built-in barbecue and the separate laundry room.

The living area also leads to the large ground floor bedroom with double bed and en-suite, to the second bedroom with two children's single beds and to the family bathroom.

At the top of the stairs is a great leisure room with two sofa beds (for the 9th and 10th person), a children's desk and a stand with a selection of books and activities for children, as well as a selection of table games. The front balcony is a great place for an evening drink contemplating the wonderful views over the vineyards and banana plantations to the sea.

There are two further bedrooms (one with a double bed, the other with two single beds) on this floor, as well as a family shower room.

Overall a great spacious villa that works as well for a couples as for families, and is perfectly located to benefit from the sun and sea and as a base to explore or for walking holidays.

There are many walks around Calheta and easy access to the plateau of Paul da Serra, with its many levada walks, makes this villa perfectly located for walking in Madeira and for enjoying a lovely holiday surrounded by the beautiful Madeira countryside.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom 1, Ground floor, Double bed, doors leading to front terrace
Bedroom 2, Ground floor, Two single child beds
Bedroom 3, 1st floor, Double bed
Bedroom 4, 1st floor, Two single beds

Bathroom 1, Ground floor, Family Bathroom, single washbasin, bath with overhead shower, toilet, bidet
Bathroom 2, Ground floor, en-suite to bedroom, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet, bidet
Bathroom 3, 1st floor, Family shower room, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet

Kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen. 5-ring electric cooker with lower oven, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, small dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, toasted sandwich maker, hand held mixer.

Lounge/Dining
Open plan, sitting area, seating for 6, flatscreen cable TV, DVD
Dining table for 8.

Leisure room
On first floor landing, with two sofa-beds, children's desk, and stand with books and table games, leading to front balcony with panoramic sea-views and two sun-beds

Other
Laundry with washing machine, iron and ironing board.
There is secure parking facilities for one car, and private parking for a further two cars in front of the house. Although not essential, as in most villas, a hire car is recommended.
There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the ground floor living area

Internet
This property has a broadband internet connection with a Wi-Fi point, free for guest's use.
We are happy to send you an internet speedtest if you are coming for work and require high speed broadband.
Contracted speed (Mbps): 200

Nearby
With superb panoramic sea-views and offering privacy and seclusion, surrounded by tranquil countryside, and with a small cafe/snack bar and minimarket 100 metres away, a further café and chemist only 300 metres away, Casa Vista Bela is a great base for exploring Madeira and making the most of the sun and sea.
It is only 3 Km (5 minutes by car) to the resort town of Calheta, with its man-made golden sandy beach. Here you will, find a selection of cafés, restaurants, a larger supermarket, the marina (boat trips can be arranged), banks and a chemist.
A 5-minute drive will also take you to either of the two surfing meccas of Jardim do Mar and Paul do Mar, at sea level and with trendy café-bars (try the caipirinhas and mojitos).
The expressway (500m away) provides you with easy access west to Prazeres and onwards, or up to the plateau of Paul da Serra where you will find wonderful walking conditions.
Eastwards will take you to the villages of Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava (10 minutes and 15 minutes respectively)
The vibrant capital, Funchal, is an easy 35-minute drive and the airport less than 50 minutes along the motorway.

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.

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, a deposit of 30% is required, or the full amount if within 8 weeks or arrival. Should you cancel up to 8 weeks prior to arrival only the deposit is non-refundable, and within this period the full amount.
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.
A security deposit of 100€ is required in cash at check-in.

This property is registered and has a local lodging license as a 22931/AL.

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




PLEASE TELEPHONE DAVID ON 00351 938 239 636 OR JOÃO ON 00351 965 293 533, 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 and you will enter another tunnel. At the end, carry on along the coastal road and you will enter another tunnel.
At the end of this tunnel you will come to the roundabout of Ponta do Sol; on the left you will find a petrol station and mini market. Take the 2nd exit into the next tunnel and drive for 2,8Km.
At the end of the tunnel, at the roundabout, turn sharp right into the next tunnel (signposted Calheta).
At the roundabout (1,6Km), take the first turn-off, signposted to Calheta, drive through the next tunnel for 1,8Km.
Reaching the next roundabout, take the second exit following signs to Calheta and through another tunnel until you reach the Calheta roundabout (2,5Km).
Go straight across (2nd exit), signposted Prazeres (don’t turn lef