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Superb Villa in a Stunning, Private, Peaceful Location | Villa Do Mar II

24
Arco da Calheta, Portugal
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Sleep
6

Description

TDP Alojamentosaude Logos 07THIS VILLA IS CERTIFIED CLEAN AND SAFE BY THE PORTUGUESE TOURIST OFFICE

SISTER PROPERTY TO VILLA DO MAR I, VILLA DO MAR III AND COTTAGE DO MAR

The owner has decorated the Villa in lovely colours that reflect the old fishing cottages of Madeira. The living area is full of light and has full length sliding windowpanes that provide full and direct sea-views and leads to the swimming pool terrace.

In addition to the sitting and dining areas, you will find a delightfully decorated open plan kitchen and separate barbecue. The Master Bedroom with en-suite bathroom is on the first floor; the second bedroom is below it and has next to it the family bathroom. The third bedroom and en-suite bathroom is in the loft of what was the barn, and is reached via a separate set of steps. The living area and all the bedrooms have air-conditioning. There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the Villa.

The Villa is secluded and very private and off the beaten track and accessed via a narrow steep driveway. The whole house and grounds is perched on the edge of land, only 30 metres above the pebble beach, and affords astounding views - you feel as one with the ocean.

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 Double bed, air-conditioning and French doors to a small balcony
Bedroom 2 Beds can be made up as one double bed or two singles beds, air-conditioning and French doors to the pool terrace
Bedroom 3 In the Loft, beds can be made up as one double bed or two singles beds, air conditioning

A lovely little beach hut is located right on the rocky beach 30 metres below, and shared by, the three Villas do Mar.
A front terrace with sunbeds, outdoor shower and built-in barbecue and large table (seating for 16), is complemented with a kitchen (fridge, 4-ring hob) and toilet.
Access is via a pathway with steps that leads from the level of the Villas do Mar down to the beach.

Vila do Mar II is a sister villa to the popular Villa do Mar I, which is situated next door which has been the home for many a happy holidaymaker for the past couple of years.

The house has air conditioning (lounge and bedrooms) and free Wi-Fi internet connection.

Swimming pool dimensions and heating
Type: Rectangular
Length: 7,40m
Width: 2,90m
Depth: from 0,75m to 1,50m
Swimming pool heating is optional and costs, 140€ per week for a setting of 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival. A supplement of 20€ per week applies for each additional degree setting 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
Cleaning and linen change is provided every 7 days.
All linen and towels are provided, including towels for the swimming pool.
Car hire is essential as the villa is located just above sea-level at the bottom of the cliff. As the access is narrow and steep, for your comfort you should hire a smaller size car.

Nearby
A few minutes by car will take you to the resort town of Calheta, which, with its man-made golden beaches, is popular with tourists and locals alike. There is a beautiful marina and a selection of bars and restaurants.
Calheta is famous for producing the best white rum 'Aguardente', a special ingredient of the typical Madeiran drink 'Poncha'. If you are interested in knowing how the white rum is made, we recommend a tour of the 'Engenho da Calheta' the rum distillery where you can wander around and sample the produce.
Centro das Artes Casa da Mudas is a new centre located at the edge of a cliff overlooking the sea and was built to host superb art exhibitions, musical performances and other events.
Madeira is a paradise for those who enjoy walking and hiking, and Arco da Calheta is ideally situated, having easy access to the road network and most places on the island.
Within 15 minutes DRIVE are the beaches at Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava, the esplanades at the surfing paradises of Jardim do Mar and Paul do Mar.
An easy 30 minute drive brings you to the capital, Funchal.

The beautiful Madalena do Mar is the nearest village along the coast. Known for its long bay, wonderful climate and for producing the best bananas on the island, it has a selection of cafés and restaurants, a lovely promenade and partially sandy beach.

Calheta with its man-made golden beaches is popular with tourists and locals alike. The marina is the atsrting point for many sea activities. There is a good choice of bars and restaurants, and other faciltiis such as a bank, pharmacy and branded supermarket.
Calheta is famous for producing the best white rum 'Aguadente', a special ingredient of the typical Madeiran drink 'Poncha'. If you are interested in knowing how the white rum is made, we recommend a tour of the 'Engenho da Calheta' the rum distillery where you can wander around and sample the produce.
An easy 30 minute drive brings you to the capital, Funchal.

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.

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.
A security deposit of 200€ or £200 is payable on arrival in cash. This is returned should there be no breakages or damage to the property.
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. For check-ins after 23h, a late check-in fee is charged of 30 euros, that needs to be paid in cash on arrival. 

This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº23763/AL

Amenities

Property Type

Villa

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Sleeps

6

Lounge Seating

6

Dining Seating

6

Floor level

Ground

1st floor

Holiday Type

Long-term stays (Over 1 month)

Beach

Mountain views

Family

Quiet

Swimming Pool

Pool

Private

Heated

Kitchen Facilities

kitchen

Oven

Dishwasher

Cooking Utensils & Cutlery

Toaster

Cooker

Microwave

Fridge / Freezer

Coffee Machine

Kettle

Amenities

Washing Machine

BBQ

Hair dryer

Towels provided

Heating

Linen provided

Highchair

Villa

Iron

Balcony

Beach Towels

Telephone

Safe

Cot

Separate Kitchen

Entertainment

Cable/satellite TV

Wireless Internet

TV

Free Wi-Fi

Internet access

Air Conditioning/Heating

Air conditioning/heating

Safety

Fire Extinguisher

Additional Covid-19 related documentaion required

First Aid Kit

Outdoor Features

Sun Loungers

Garden

Balcony

Outdoor furniture

Terrace

Private Garden

Distances

Walking Distance to Beach

Suitability - CHILDREN

CHILDREN -

Suitable for children of all ages

Suitability - PETS

Please contact the owner/manager

Suitability - RESTRICTED MOBILITY

Not suitable for restricted mobility

No wheelchair access

Suitability - SMOKING

No smoking

Suitability - PARTIES

Parties Not Allowed

Activities

Watersports

Diving Snorkelling

Marina

Places of Interest

Hiking/Walking

Car Requirements

Car Necessary

Parking

Parking space

Private Entrance

Check-in/Check-out

Express Check-in

Contactless Check-in

Guest Identification Required

Staff Follow all safety protocols from local authorities

Temperature Checks on staff

Express Check-out

Contactless Check-out

Private Check-in and Check-out

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Cleaning and Sanitization

Enhanced Cleaning Practices

Guest Accommodation cleaning can be avoided on request

Housekeeping Weekly

Linens,towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authorities guidelines

Portugal clean and safe sanitization protocol followed

Guest Accommodation sealed after cleaning

Hand Sanitizer Available

Linen and Towels washed in at least 60ºC/140ºF

Plates, Cutlery, Glasses and other tableware sanitised

Nearest Airport

Funchal Airport

House Size:

  • 239
  • Ground Size:

  • 321
  • touristicLicenceLabel

  • 23763/AL
  • Rates

    Start Date Nightly Rate (€) Occupancy Minimum Stay From
    23 Mar 2024 258 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    07 Apr 2024 190 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    01 Jun 2024 228 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    29 Jun 2024 332 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    21 Jul 2024 429 4 6+ Nights Flexible
    01 Sep 2024 332 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    14 Sep 2024 228 4 5+ Nights Flexible
    02 Nov 2024 190 4 7+ Nights Flexible
    22 Dec 2024 270 4 7+ Nights Flexible

    Rental & Booking Information

    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.
    A security deposit of 200€ or £200 is payable on arrival in cash. This is returned should there be no breakages or damage to the property.
    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.
    For check-ins after 23h, a late check-in fee is charged of 30 euros, that needs to be paid in cash on arrival.

    This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº23763/AL

    Availability

    Unavailable Changeover Short Breaks Discount

    Map

    Local Amenities Nearby

    AIRPORT: Funchal Airport - 47 kilometres
    BEACH: Beach below villa - 50 metres
    BAR: Bar - 2 kilometres
    GOLF: Palheiro Golf - 30 kilometres
    RESTAURANT: Restaurant - 2 kilometres

    Reviews

    Man fühlt sich in diesem Haus gleich total wohl . Es war unser zweiter Aufenthalt dort. Ich werde das Meeresrauschen sehr vermissen . Der Ausblick ist wunderschön und du kannst stundenlang aufs Meer schauen. Auch unseren Kindern hat es gut gefallen sie haben den Pool ausgiebig genutzt. Es war ein gelungener Urlaub und vielleicht kommen wir nächstes Jahr wieder.

     

    Dunja Jehle   Nov 2023
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    Dear Dunja, Thank you so much for your heartwarming words! We're thrilled to know that you felt totally at home during your second stay in our house. The sound of the sea is indeed special, and we understand how it becomes a part of the experience. We're glad the view brought you moments of joy, and it's wonderful to hear that your children enjoyed the pool extensively. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again for another great holiday next year. Warm regards, António
    Amazing location.

     

    Lasse Knud Damgaard   Nov 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for your kind words about our property!
    Wir hatten eine schöne Woche in der Villa do Mar II. Das Haus liegt wirklich sehr schön. Umweltgeräusche, Autos, Bauarbeiten, andere Menschen etc. hört man hier nicht. Nur Meeresrauschen, aber das ordentlich laut :o) Uns hat auch der Zugang zum Meer gefallen, baden konnten wir leider nicht , Meer war zu lebhaft. Aber dort zu sitzen und den Wellen zuschauen ist prima. Der Pool mit der Gartenanlage ist sehr schön. Die Begrüßung mit großem Obstteller war auch sehr nett. Was auch gut war, dass es eine Filterkaffeemaschine und eine Kapselmaschine (Delta Kapseln, gibt es im Supermarkt) gab. Da konnte man auch mal nur schnell eine Tasse Kaffee oder Espresso machen. Aber die Zufahrt zum Haus, die hat es in sich. Nur sehr sichere, umsichtige Fahrer sollte diese fahren. Es ist eine einspurige, sehr enge Straße, heißt, wenn jemand entgegen kommt, muß eine/r rückwärts zurück. Geht alles, aber man sollte darauf eingestellt sein.

     

    Sabine Peters   Oct 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback about your stay at Villa do Mar II. We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic week and enjoyed the unique beauty of the house's location. Your description of the tranquil surroundings and the soothing sound of the sea is truly captivating. It's always a pleasure when guests can fully immerse themselves in the serenity of the environment. The access to the sea, even if swimming wasn't an option due to lively waters, provided you with a peaceful spot to simply sit and appreciate the mesmerizing waves. We're glad you found it enjoyable. Our team takes pride in maintaining the pool and garden area, so we're thrilled to know you found it very nice. Also, we appreciate your positive remarks about the warm welcome with the large fruit platter. Your note about the coffee facilities is well-noted. We understand the importance of having various options to enjoy your coffee, and it's great to know you found it convenient. Regarding the access road, we understand it can be challenging, and your advice for skilled and cautious drivers is valuable information for future guests. We want everyone to be prepared for the journey to the house. We're truly grateful for your detailed and thoughtful feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Villa do Mar II in the future and make your stay even more enjoyable.
    prestation parfaite pour 6 personnes accès à la villa est un peu difficile top

     

    Philippe Remy   Jun 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for reviewing your stay at Villa do Mar II!
    Madeira is a magical island. And this is a very special villa. You feel very private and tucked away and you are right on the edge of the cliff so have amazing views of the ocean. The facilities were great too. We particularly loved the pool and the big beds. The driveway down is not for the faint hearted, you need to be a very confident driver to do it.

     

    Emma Hillary   Jun 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for your kind words about Villa do Mar II!
    Our second time at Villa Do Mar 2 and it was again amazing. What a beautiful place. The ocean view, the pool, the garden, the sound of the waves. If you want to truly relax and connect to the ocean and nature, come here. Also, Bruno is very responsive. Would love to come back. What a beautiful island and house.

     

    Sabine Poltermann   Mar 2023
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    Dear Sabine, Thank you for reviewing your second time at Villa do Mar II. We are happy that this was your second time and that it was just like the first. We look forward to host you again. Kind Regards, António
    Our second time at Villa Do Mar 2 and it was again amazing. What a beautiful place. The ocean view, the pool, the garden, the sound of the waves. If you want to truly relax and connect to the ocean and nature, come here. Also, Bruno is very responsive. Would love to come back. What a beautiful island and house.

     

    Sabine Poltermann   Mar 2023
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    Dear Sabine, Thank you for reviewing your second time at Villa do Mar II. We are happy that this was your second time and that it was just like the first. We look forward to host you again. Kind Regards, António
    Das Ferienhaus hat eine phantastische Lage . Nachts konnte man mit dem Meeresrauschen einschlafen . Es war super sauber und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet . Danke Bruno für deinen herzlichen Empfang . Wir kommen bestimmt wieder . Chris und Dunja

     

    Dunja Jehle   Mar 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for your kind words about Villas do Mar!
    We had a beautiful stay here! An incredible location and stunning views. The house is very clean, bright, and beautiful. While there is not much within walking distance, we enjoyed using the bbq and often cooking our own dinners overlooking the sea. A really special spot.

     

    Hailey O'Hara   Mar 2023
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    Dear Hailey, Thank you for reviewing your stay at Villa do Mar II. We are glad to hear that you found the location incredible and the views were stunning and also that the house was clean and beautiful. We look forward to host you again in the future. Kind Regards, António
    The views, pool and garden were stunning! The house was very clean and Bruno and the team were wonderful and always helpful. We did unfortunately badly damage our car on the narrow tricky road to the house when the wheel slipped into a ditch and got stuck. Bruno, Ruben and the host were extremely generous and kind with their efforts and help and managed to push the car back on to the road. The sound of the waves (which is lovely in itself) is ever present so light sleepers may choose to sleep in the better insulated top bedrooms. The 2 main bedrooms are above each other and share an open plan staircase, but the lower bedroom has its own door. The third bedroom is best suited for children. Thank you for your hospitality and help!

     

    Mrs Orna Almagor   Mar 2023
    Management comment
    Thank you for your kind words about our property!

    We especially liked the generosity of the living area and the beautiful view. Also the very nice outdoor area and the cozy overall impression. A great, comfortable holiday home with a feel good factor.We especially liked the generosity of the living area and the beautiful view. Also the very nice outdoor area and the cozy overall impression. A great, comfortable holiday home with a feel good factor.

    Manfred Huth   Feb 2023
    Management comment
    Dear Manfred, Thank you for your kind words about your stay Villa do Mar II. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the cozyness of the place. We will share your comments with owner and regarding the driveway, it's the only possible access to reach this little paradise sitting on a bottom of the cliff in the middle of a banana plantation. We look forward to host you again in Madeira. Kind Regards, António

    Location. Facilities. Distribution.

    Ralf Bogner   Feb 2023
    Management comment
    Dear Ralf, Thank you for your kind words about your stay at Villa's do Mar. Kind Regards, António

    Die Lage des Hauses direkt am Meer ist fantastisch. Dank der schönen Einrichtung, der hochwertigen Ausstattung und der fröhlichen und lichtdurchfluteten Architektur fühlt man sich sofort wohl. Es passt einfach alles. Auch der Poolbereich und der kleine, aber sehr schöne und gepflegte tropische Garten ist ideal um sich nach einer Wanderung zu entspannen. Hervorzuheben ist auch die sonnige und geschützte Lage des Hauses. Während es in den Bergen und an anderen Orten der Insel wolkig war oder geregnet hat, konnten wir die Sonne am Pool genießen. Wir können dieses Haus uneingeschränkt empfehlen und würden es auf jeden Fall wieder mieten

    Adelheid Wandel   Jun 2022
    Management comment
    Dear Adelheid, Thank you for your time reviewing your stay at Villas do Mar. We are glad to hear that you had a great stay and that you found the house well equipped, that the views were great and the garden and pool were lovely. We are looking forward to host you once again in the future. Kind Regards, António

    A super beautiful villa, like a sea eagle's nest, 30 meters above the calm to the raging Atlantic. Very close to nature. The ocean view is unbelievably beautiful. A very tasteful house with lots of extras and style. The driveway to the house is extremely steep, but you get used to it after a few days. We will come again.

    Christoph Nänni   May 2022
    Management comment
    Thank you for your kind words about our property!

    The Villa surpassed our expectation without a doubt. A warm and helpful welcome, some fruits and basic foods and drinks. The location is breathtaking, we spend all evenings in the Villa because everything would have been a waste. We highly recommend the location and will defenitly be back.

    Stephan Klos   Mar 2022
    Management comment
    Thank you!

    Probably our best vacation rental ever. Pictures are probably a bit old: it's better now! the garden plants have grown up and it really enhances the property's charm. Special congratulations to the gardener: all looks neat and very well maintained like in a palace hotel, not one leave on the ground, great variety of plants to bring flowers at every time of the year: fantastic. The pool is quite large (10m) and really enjoyable with views on the garden, the cliffs and the see. The house is large, 3 independent bedroom with decent comfortable mattress. Very large living room (note: should improve the atmosphere with warmer light bulbs). Kitchen is much better equipped than any rentals we got in the past. As a cherry on the cake, there is a beach house down the cliff (shared with 3 other properties), which is absolutely fabulous: we got down there for drinks at sunset it was marvelous. Now the only downside: the access road is very narrow and stiff with only two places where you can cross another car. Must admit we only crossed one car in 8 days though! Need to be a confident driver and prefer a smaller car, possibly automatic gear box (start/stop in stiff road, but this is also true on many small roads in Madeira).

    Laurent Bost   Nov 2021

    A wonderful holiday in a beautiful house where you will feel like in paradise. You can listen to the waves and relax or wander around beautiful Madeira. In any case you will not make a mistake and you will definitely want to come back!

    Marcel Vít   Jul 2021
    Management comment
    Many thanks for your comments
    Emplacement parfait vue magnifique sur l’océan

    Nous avons passé une semaine dans la villa do mar 2 . La vue est époustouflante sur l'océan. L'accueil de Bruno a été chaleureux. La maison était très propre ainsi que la piscine. À part l'accès à la villa qui est très escarpé comme tout Madère nous avons passé un très bon séjour.

    Catherine Lagier   Jun 2021
    Management comment
    Merci

    This villa is simply the paradise. Not much words needed. Ask for the heated pool option to get full experience.

    Adam Horvath   May 2021
    Management comment
    Many thanks for your comments

    The views at this home simply can't be beat. You're right on the waterfront and can enjoy the sound of the waves. The little cabin down on the beach is also a nice bonus. Internet works fast and there is a router in each room (great if you have to work while enjoying the island!). The hosts are great and the farmers in the area are very friendly. Super quiet, peaceful, and a great place to just unwind and enjoy the stunning scenery. Highly recommend and we'll be back!

    Erika Marty   Apr 2021
    Management comment
    Many thanks for your comments

    Eine spektakuläre Lage und ein Haus in dem wir uns sehr wohlgefühlt haben - der beheizte Pool war die minimalen Mehrkosten wert !! Sehr nette Hausübergabe - da zu unserer Ankunftszeit die Läden schon geschlossen waren wurde eine von uns erstellte Einkaufsliste besorgt. Die steile Zufahrt ist unvergesslich... aber nach ein paar Tagen gewöhnt man sich auch daran ;-)

    Katrin Knauf   Apr 2021
    Management comment
    Vielen danke

    This is, so far, the best airbnb experience I've ever had. Bruno went beyond and above to make our stay comfortable. The location is simply amazing.

    Marcin Pyszora   Feb 2021
    Management comment
    Many thanks for your great comments

    Sehr schönes Haus, traumhafte Lage und super Blick aufs Meer.

    Claudia Horstmann   Jan 2021
    Management comment
    Danke
    So good we booked it again for next year

    We booked this last minute because of COVID and Madeira was one of a few places that we could go without quarantining on arrival back in the UK. The photos on the HomeAway and Our Madeira websites looked fantastic. As usual, the photos don't tell the whole storey but unusually this time it was the photos that didn't match the actuality. The place is stunning- there is no other way of putting it. We have been renting houses and villas for about 10 years and this was, without doubt, the nicest place we have stayed in. There are no houses overlooking it and you don't see any other houses from the villa or the grounds. The villa itself is set up about 100 feet on a cliff above a pebbly beach and the only sound is the sound of the waves breaking- no traffic and noisy neighbours. The place has been very well thought out with lots of really nice touches and was very comfortable for three. Four would be fine but six might be a touch tight. In the main part of the house, two sides are glass patio windows opening onto the sea view and the garden /pool area. The place was spotless and the beds comfortable. The whole house is airconditioned if needed. Somebody came around every day or two to clean the pool and because we stayed more than a week, the house was cleaned during our stay. The only potential issue is the very steep and narrow road down to the house. This was certainly "exciting" the first couple of times we drove it but we were certainly much happier (if not exactly blase) after a few days. The road is well lit in the evening so returning after dark was not a problem. We had a BMW 3 series and I would not want anything larger than this. Having an automatic made quite a difference and I would recommend getting that rather than a manual. We've been back three days and I just booked it again for next year - hence solving the quandary of wanting to leave a good review but not wanting to tell everybody about it :). The booking was very straightforward. I intend to leave this review on TripAdvisor, HomeAway and Google so if you see it in multiple places you will know it was me doing it.

    John Whiting   Oct 2020
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    Cheeky John - Booking then reviewing:) Thank you so much for your superb comments. it is so helpful for future customers, so thank you also for putting your review on the the other channels. Keep well and see you next year!
    Traumlage, sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal

    Traumlage, sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal

    Heiko Atzbacher   Nov 2019
    Management comment
    Thank you

    beautiful spot, and the beach is almost private, we have seen only a couple of people during our stay. The little extra house at the beach is fun, and excellent for a drink and bbq at sunset. If you are lookig for a week to relax and calm down this is an excellent place.

    Tjeerd Zwaga   Jun 2019
    Management comment
    Thanks
    Wunderbares Ferienhaus mit phantastischem Blick
    Diese Haus besticht durch seine Lage direkt am Meer.
    Matthias Tiemann   Jan 2019
    Management comment
    Vielen Dank.
    Beautiful quiet location, well equipped.
    This is a lovely villa with a great view over the sea. Very well equipped and a lovely garden. We were invited out for a meal at the owners restaurant the second night, which was very good. There is a lovely beach house but you need to plan for a day down there as there are around 150 steps down to it. The beach is stony so plastic shoes are a good idea.The owners agent was as helpful as we could have hoped for. Especially for someone who usually drives on the left, the road is quite difficult, steep with sharp bends.
    Patrick Dungan   Jul 2018
    Management comment
    Thank you for your lovely comments. The road down is a challenge, but so worth it.
    Traumvilla in spektakulärer Lage
    Wir haben im Juni eine wunderschöne Woche in der Villa do Mar II verbracht. Es war alles perfekt: die wundervolle Aussicht aufs Meer, das beruhigende Rauschen der Wellen, die Ausstattung der Villa. Das Schlafzimmer hat ein Bullauge aufs Meer, sodass man sich wie auf einem Schiff vorkommt, zusätzlich noch ein Dachfenster zum Sternegucken! Die Betten sind sehr bequem. Das Wohnzimmer mit Küche und Essplatz ist modern eingerichtet, besonders haben uns die fröhlichen Farben gefallen. Der Außenbereich ist mit schönen Möbeln ausgestattet, der Pool ist ein Traum und die Bepflanzung sehr tropisch. Senhor Acacio hat uns sehr freundlich und gut betreut. Es lief alles völlig problemlos ab. Vielen Dank an den Besitzer für die Einladung in sein Restaurant Vila do Peixe. Wir haben das gute Essen in nettem Ambiente sehr genossen. Wir freuen uns schon auf das nächste Mal!
    Jurgen Falkner   Jul 2018
    Management comment
    Was für wundervolle Kommentare - danke. Wir freuen uns sehr auf Ihren Gegenbesuch.
    Superbes vacances
    Nous tenons à remercier l'agence locale Our Madeira pour les conseils ainsi que le propriétaire et M. Acacio sur place qui nous ont réservé un acceuil formidable pour ces vacances superbes. La maison Villa do Mar II est en tout point identique au descriptif, avec en prime des conseils et des prix sur les visites. Un accompagnement en or tout en restant discrets. Chapeau ! Attention tout de même à l'accés final jusqu'à la maison qui est un peu périlleux en voitures ! Mais il est toujours possible de laisser sa voiture en haut et puis, c'est un peu le cas de toute l'île !! Le coin de Calheta est le plus ensoleillé de l'île et les couchers de soleil garantis chaque soir. Les commerces sont à 10min en voiture et les plus éloignés des sites de visite à moins d'une heure. Pour la saison, cette fin d'avril était douce mais c'est le tout début de la floraison. Privilégier peut-être juin pour profiter de toutes les couleurs. Prévoir de bonnes chaussures, ne pas avoir le vertige pour les randonnées (ne pas les prendre à la légère même sans dénivelé !), ne pas oublier le coupe vent pour les hauteurs souvent chargées. C'est une île magnifique où il y a toujours quelque chose à voir et la Villa Do Mar II est idéale pour cela avec sa piscine pour le soir !! A refaire.
    Yannick Penchenat   May 2018
    Tolles Haus
    Ein wunderbarer Ort. Panorama, Meeresrauschen, Sonne, Pool, Ruhe. Die Zufahrt ist schon die Reise wert! Und nicht vergessen, alle anderen haben es auch geschafft. Das Auto sollte aber einen ordentlichen Motor haben.
    Tobias Meyer   Jun 2017
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    Thank You
    Well equipped property with a stunning view
    My wife and I spent 10 days at this property with our 3 children and everybody loved it. The house is very comfortable, well equipped and offers direct access to a private beach. The swimming pool was large enough for us all and we certainly made the most of it. If you are after a quiet property with beautiful views out to the sea then this could be the one for you :)
    Oliver Tubant   May 2017
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    Thank you very much:)
    Vila do mar is a extremly lovely place!
    We have already been several times to Madeira, this time we could afford a little "more" for the place to sleep, eat and "live" - so Vila do mar was the very right choice. It is situated that spectacular, you nearly can't imagine even if you look at the pictures. However the house is renovated and decorated with so much care and the special look for lovely details - each corner has something special. The same about the garden and the surrounding! Palms and plants are now grown up - and the roses were flowering even in December. Special thanks to the owner for having created such a beautiful place!
    Leonhard Thurney   Dec 2016
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    We are glad that you chose Villa Do Mar II for your stay in Madeira, and are delighted that you love it as much as we do. Thank you very much for your comments.
    What a lovely surprise!
    What a fantastic stunning villa! Madeira was a lovely surprise too. We never expected it to be so diverse and pretty. Loved exploring the island - down by the sea and way, way up in the mountains above the clouds. We loved the terraced terrain, so interesting and stunning flowers all around. The villa has the most amazing views of the sea (it's almost ON the sea) and to hear the crashing waves constantly is a unique bonus. The sunsets were the best we've ever seen. The villa itself is so pretty and has everything you'd need for a relaxing holiday - apart from the road down which is terrifying and daunting (and we are not easily scared - one star has been taken off for it!). I'd have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Our Madeira who were always helpful and quick with their responses. Mr Rodriquez was always on the end of the phone even when we had queries non-villa related (our telescope tripod broke so he advised us where to go to get a replacement). Our complimentary dinner at Vila do Peixe in Camara de Lobos was really delicious - and very kind of the owner. We were very lucky to have had fantastic weather for our two week holiday and found Madeira interesting in every way and recommend that everyone should visit at least once in a lifetime!
    Daisy, Loupi, Tim & Ad   Oct 2016
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    Thank you very much for your review. Always lovely when guests are delighted with the villa and the destination. Thank you also for your kind comments about servcie (Our Madeira).
    What a lovely surprise!
    What a fantastic stunning villa! Madeira was a lovely surprise too. We never expected it to be so diverse and pretty. Loved exploring the island - down by the sea and way, way up in the mountains above the clouds. We loved the terraced terrain, so interesting and stunning flowers all around. The villa has the most amazing views of the sea (it's almost ON the sea) and to hear the crashing waves constantly is a unique bonus. The sunsets were the best we've ever seen. The villa itself is so pretty and has everything you'd need for a relaxing holiday - apart from the road down which is terrifying and daunting (and we are not easily scared - one star has been taken off for it!). I'd have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Our Madeira who were always helpful and quick with their responses. Mr Rodriquez was always on the end of the phone even when we had queries non-villa related (our telescope tripod broke so he advised us where to go to get a replacement). Our complimentary dinner at Vila do Peixe in Camara de Lobos was really delicious - and very kind of the owner. We were very lucky to have had fantastic weather for our two week holiday and found Madeira interesting in every way and recommend that everyone should visit at least once in a lifetime!
    Dianne Lewis   Oct 2016
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    Thank you very much for your review. Always lovely when guests are delighted with the villa and the destination. Thank you also for your kind comments about servcie (Our Madeira).
    Perfekter Urlaub

    Die Villa überzeugt sowohl von der Architektur, Lage als auch Einrichtung und entspricht den gezeigten Bildern. Wir haben die 14 Tage sehr genossen. Der Blick direkt auf den Atlantik ist unbeschreiblich. Einzig die letzten 200m Anfahrt sind etwas abenteuerlich, da eine steile Stichstraße zum Haus führt. Aber daran gewöhnt man sich recht schnell. Supermärkte finden Sie 5 bzw. 15 Minuten vom Haus entfernt. Gleichwohl es sehr viele gute Restaurants auf Madeira gibt. Wir haben die Villa genutzt um ganz Madeira zu erkunden und würden jederzeit die Villa wieder mieten.

    Dietmar Entenmann   Sep 2016
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    Vielen Dank für Ihre große Kritik. Thank you very much
    wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub

    Herrlich gelegene Ferienvilla mit 3 Schlafzimmern inkl. Bad-en-Suite. Gut ausgestattete Küche und schön möblierten Zimmern. Liegen und Sonnenschirme am Pool vorhanden. Grundstück ist komplett umzäunt und der Mietwagen kann auf dem Grundstück abgestellt werden. Zur Villa gehört noch ein Strandhaus, dass über einen separaten Treppenzugang mitgenutzt werden kann. Strand wie auf Madeira üblich ist ein "Steinstrand". Zufahrt zur Villa etwas abenteuerlich, aber auch daran gewöhnt man sich recht schnell. Betreuung vor Ort durch Rodrigues (Mitarbeiter des Eigentümers) sehr gut. Insgesamt ist dieses Ferienhaus absolut zu empfehlen und wir haben unsere 2 Wochen Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Zumal die Villa auch verkehrstechnisch recht gut liegt und man sehr schnell auf der Autobahn ist bzw. auch die umliegenden Supermärkte in Calheta oder Ribeiro Brava ansteuern kann.

    Iris Entenmann   Sep 2016
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    Vielen Dank/Thank you very much.
    A wonderful, quiet house near the sea

    Das Haus ist wundervoll direkt am Meer gelegen. Der Blick ist fantastisch. Wir waren zu Zweit in der Villa, es war perfekt, die Ausstattung ist sehr gut. Wir kommen wieder! Christine und Thomas

    Christine Schneider   Apr 2016
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    Thank you very much and we look forward to your return visit.
    Clean, well designed villa with spectacular views!

    We have just returned from 12 days at the self-catering Villa do Mar II and we loved it so much we did not want to leave! This is a totally private villa nestled on the side of a cliff overlooking a private beach with spectacular views of the unlimited expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. The sea is almost within a stone's throw of the property. Looking out of the windows in several of the rooms makes it feel like you're on a cruise ship because all you can see is the ocean! The swimming pool was perfect for pre-teen children - one end deep enough for an adult to stand in, the other end very shallow, and large enough to play and swim in. The weather in Madeira in high season is so pleasantly warm and humid that the pool was essential to cool off! The facilities of this recently new property were very well designed and immaculately clean. The modern well equipped kitchen was a joy to use (but keep it clean to avoid ants), and it was also great fun to cook in the BBQ (effectively an outdoor wood oven). It really helped having free wifi in the villa also. Did I mention that you can see the sea from inside? - I have never seen such an amazing view from a kitchen anywhere else! We loved the way the villa has been thoughtfully, carefully and colourfully decorated - even the colourful chimney above the outdoor brick fire! It really is a bright and happy place. It was great to have access to the private beach (shared with the other local properties) literally directly below the villa, accessed via a nearly vertical wooden staircase down to a series of stone steps. This included use of the reasonably equipped beach house. This grey pebble beach was great but the waves can be very strong so take care when paddling as the waves can easily carry pebbles in them. (There is a man-made sandy beach in nearby Calheta). The villa is close to the resort of Calheta - great for dolphin watching trips, restaurants, shopping and the Pingo Doce supermarket. This was our first visit to the stunning island of Madeira, and we definitely want to return and stay in this property again. The section of track down to the villa from the road is certainly narrow and very steep, but we quickly got used to it - tip: keep your car in 1st gear all the way down as well as up it; a small car with less powerful engine could stall in 1st gear up this hill unless you keep the revs high enough.

    Pete Nicholson   Aug 2015
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    Wow! What absolutely amazing comments. Reviews are always so important for our future guests. As this villa is new for summer 2015 reviews are even more important. We couldn't have asked for a nicer one. We are delighted that you loved the villa, the location and that you fell in love with the island. Come back soon - we will be waiting for you. Thank you.
    Fabulous villa with stunning views
    The villa excelled expectations in every way. The view was stunning and the villa itself was perfect. The location is very peaceful indeed and ensures a totally relaxing stay. A very slight downside was the approach road which, if you are a nervous driver may be a little daunting but I'm sure if you have a hire car and are willing to drive abroad, it wouldn't pose a problem. The villa isn't cheap but I guess you get what you pay for. The property manager was really helpful and at the end of the phone if need be. All in all a perfect place to escape but not too far from reality to explore the rest of the beautiful island.
    Tracy Cotterell   Dec 2014
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    Thank you so much for taking the time to post your lovely review. We are delighted that the villa exceeded your expectations and that you enjoued the villa, its amazing location and of course the island.Hope to welcome you back again one day.
    Unschlagbare Lage und Aussicht.
    Villa do mar II ist unserer Meinung nach das schönste Ferienhaus auf Madeira. Die Lage ist grandios direkt am Meer mit privatem Strandhaus und Privatstrand die über eine Treppe zu erreichen sind. Die Einrichtung ist sehr liebevoll ausgewählt. Der Poolbereich ist eine Oase der Entspannung. Der Eigentümer und sein Team sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Für uns gibt es nur eine Adresse auf Madeira und das ist Villa do mar II.
    André Wagner   Oct 2014
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    Not speaking German I must reply in English. I used Google translate to read your review! Thank you so much for the lovely post, and we are delighted that you loved the villa, it's facilities and the fabulous location. Looking forward to welcoming you on our return visit.

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