Beautiful Character Villa in Funchal, Heated Pool, Seaview | Quinta D'Alegria
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THIS VILLA IS CERTIFIED CLEAN AND SAFE BY THE
PORTUGUESE TOURIST OFFICE
This traditional Quinta, built in 1871, was restored from ruin in 1999 into an award-winning home. Benefitting from stunning views of Funchal and sea, rooms are large, light and luxurious and the surrounding gardens abundant with palm trees, camellias, scented climbers, avocado trees and dazzling bougainvillea. Like most traditional villas in Funchal, the house sits peacefully on the hillside on the Caminho do Monte below the famous wicker toboggan run, with breathtaking views over its own heated swimming pool to the town and bay of Funchal with sea beyond.
Owner Joy, a Madeira resident for over 30 years, offers this villa to those wanting quiet surroundings, stunning views over the bay of Funchal and perfect location, where the famous Monte toboggan run ends.!
Large terraces in the spacious gardens and around the pool are ideal for sun worshippers or, should you prefer, there is plenty of shade from a variety of trees. The gardens/terraces are furnished with sun beds, chairs, tables, parasols and a Weber BBQ. A conservatory entrance leads to a dignified lounge and dining area, with open log fire for winter evenings and French windows opening on to the gardens and heated pool. The kitchen/breakfast room, with laundry room behind, leads to a BBQ area and shower/WC for use after swimming or sunbathing.
Upstairs are 3 bedrooms; 1 double en-suite, 1 double and 1 twin and a second bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast table for 6 and gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave oven, coffee machine, toaster, cafetière, plus crockery, cutlery, glassware and cooking/serving utensils.
At the Eastern end of the garden in an elevated position is the Studio Annexe, for 2 additional people. Only rented with the main villa, it has its own separate entrance from the gardens. A living area with those superb views over Funchal is complemented by a kitchenette – ideal for preparing breakfast or a quick daytime snack. A king-size double bed and shower room completes this beautifully appointed studio.
The Studio Annexe is only made available when the Quinta d'Alegria is occupied by more than 6 people; should a booking for less than 6 people wish to use the Annexe, the rental rate for 7 people will be applicable. The Studio Annexe is only for adults (under 18 not allowed).
Bedrooms and
Bathrooms:
Bedroom 1, Large double bed with en-suite bathroom, sea
view
Bedroom 2, Large double bed, sea view
Bedroom 3, Twin beds, sea view
Bathroom 1, En-suite to master, double hand basin, bath,
shower
Bathroom 2, Family bathroom, bath, separate shower, twin basins,
bidet
Bathroom 3, Outside guest toilet, hand basin, toilet.
The living/dining area is very spacious, sunny and comfortable with armchairs and sofa seating for 8, French windows opening on to the garden/pool and an open log fire for winter evenings. Cable TV, a DVD/Video player, CD/cassette radio, a Bluetooth speaker and free wireless internet access is provided. At the far end, handy for the kitchen, a traditional dining table with chairs has seating for 8.
Kitchen:
Fully equipped open plan modern kitchen and breakfast room, with 4-ring induction hob, built-in oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, coffeemaker, toaster, handheld liquidizer and a table and chairs for 6.
Studio Annexe
In the grounds and separate from the main villa.
Open plan siting area with wall-mounted TV, dining table,
kitchenette, king-size bed and shower room, panoramic
sea-view.
Kitchenette with a two ring electric hob, undercounter fridge,
micro-wave, kettle, coffee maker and toaster, ideal for making a
light breakfast or quick snack, not for main meals.
The Studio Annexe is only made available when the Quinta d'Alegria
is occupied by more than 6 people; should a booking for less than 6
people wish to use the Annexe, the rental rate for 7 people will be
applicable. The Studio Annexe is only for adults (under 18 not
allowed).
Outside
Large rectangular swimming pool and surrounding deck, with
panoramic sea-view, sunbeds and sun umbrella.
Outdoor dining with portable barbecue by the side of the
house.
Shower room with single handbasin, shower and toilet.
Mature, tropical, beautifully tended garden surrounding the
property.
Swimming pool
dimensions
Shape: Rectangular
Length: 8,40m
Width: 4,2m
Depth: from 1,00m to 2,10m
Swimming pool heating:
Pool heating is optional and costs 140,00€ per week for a setting
of 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival.
A supplement of 30,00€ per week applies for each additional degree
up to a maximum of 26ºC
Pool heating 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.
Nearby
Five minutes' walk from the villa is a bakery with café bar that
makes fresh bread.
There are a couple of simple restaurants within walking
distance.
Funchal centre and harbor is 3km (20 minutes walk downhill to
Funchal (centre) but there is a regular bus service and the bus
stop is just a few metres from the house.
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.
All linen is provided, including towels for the swimming pool.
Free cot and high chair for infant available for free
Owner Joy is happy to prepare supper on your arrival evening. She's an excellent cook! Please ask for details.
Cleaning
Cleaning and linen change is provided every 7 days.
For stays of more than 8 nights, and additional light clean and
fresh linen is provided
All linen and towels are provided, including towels for the
swimming pool.
A cot and highchair can be provided free on request. Due to Health
& Safety reasons you need to provide your own linen for the
cot.
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 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.
A security deposit of 250€ is required, payable in cash on
arrival.
This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging
license nº26099/ AL
Amenities
Property Type |
Villa |
|
Bedrooms |
4 |
|
Bathrooms |
3 |
|
Sleeps |
8 |
|
Lounge Seating |
8 |
|
Dining Seating |
8 |
|
Floor level |
Ground |
1st floor |
Holiday Type |
Family Quiet |
City Mountain views |
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 Safe Cot Separate Kitchen |
Iron Fire Place Beach Towels Telephone Terrace Linen provided Highchair Villa |
Entertainment |
Cable/satellite TV Free Wi-Fi Stereo System Wireless Internet |
DVD Player Internet access TV Children Television Networks |
Air Conditioning/Heating |
Free standing fans |
|
Safety |
Fire Extinguisher Additional Covid-19 related documentaion required |
First Aid Kit |
Outdoor Features |
Sun Loungers Terrace |
Outdoor furniture Private Garden |
Distances |
Walking Distance to Bars/Restaurants |
|
Suitability |
Parties Not Allowed No wheelchair access Not suitable No smoking Please contact the owner/manager CHILDREN - |
PARTIES WHEELCHAIR ACCESS - RESTRICTED MOBILITY - SMOKING - PETS - Suitable for children of all ages |
Activities |
Places of Interest Hiking/Walking Marina |
Town Centre Botanical Gardens Golf |
Car Requirements |
Car Recommended Secure parking Private Entrance |
Parking space Garage |
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:
Ground Size:
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Rates
Start Date | Nightly Rate (€) | Occupancy | Minimum Stay | From |
---|---|---|---|---|
27 May 2023 | 230 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
01 Jul 2023 | 300 | 4 | 6+ Nights | Flexible |
22 Jul 2023 | 350 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
03 Sep 2023 | 286 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
10 Sep 2023 | 220 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
01 Nov 2023 | 157 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
01 Dec 2023 | 150 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
22 Dec 2023 | 297 | 4 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
29 Dec 2023 | 350 | 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.
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.
This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº26099/ AL
A security deposit of 250€ is required, payable in cash on arrival.
Availability
Map
Local Amenities Nearby
BEACH: Beach - 5 kilometres
GOLF: Palheiro Golf - 5 kilometres
HIGHWAY: Motorway - 2 kilometres
BAR: Bakery Livramento - 200 metres
RESTAURANT: Supermarket Amanhecer - 300 metres
Reviews
The home is beautiful. The host is kind and wonderful.
We had a great time at the villa. It was lovely, spacious and stylish, with a great mixture of traditional furniture and modern appliances. The heated pool was a key component of our enjoyment. The villa's location, next to the Toboggan station, was great, a 30 minute walk into Funchal for the old town, city centre and promenade, and 30 minutes down from the palace of Monte and the Toboggan run start. It's also a great location to explore the rest of the island if you have rented a car, with the dual carriageway a few hundred meters away. Villa owner Joy was very accommodating both with check in and check out, particularly because we had to alter travel plans at last minute. Would highly recommend the villa.
We had a great time at the villa. It was lovely, spacious and stylish, with a great mixture of traditional furniture and modern appliances. The heated pool was a key component of our enjoyment. The villa's location, next to the Toboggan station, was great, a 30 minute walk into Funchal for the old town, city centre and promenade, and 30 minutes down from the palace of Monte and the Toboggan run start. It's also a great location to explore the rest of the island if you have rented a car, with the dual carriageway a few hundred meters away. Villa owner Joy was very accommodating both with check in and check out, particularly because we had to alter travel plans at last minute. Would highly recommend the villa.
Beautiful villa, superbly equipped with everything you could need.
Had a fantastic time thanks to our great host Joy! Unreal views, lot's of charm and perfect location. The bakery nearby has amazing pastel de nata.
Just completed a week's stay in Casa Allegria with our family. Villa was just as advertised, spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed with spacious interior, great views over Funchal and very well equipped. The owner Joy was very helpful and efficient and welcome pack was extensive.
The villa was fabulous - very comfortable, beautifully decorated and furnished clean and in a perfect localtion. Close enough to Funchal centre to walk in down the very steep road and in a very quiet residential area. The bakery which is 5 minutes walk was a morning ritual for coffee and pastel de nata for breakfast. A mini supermarket only 15 minutes walk. The fridge and cleaning cupboards had a few supplies and a small supply of toiletpaper when we arrived which was a real bonus. Joy and her husband were delightful hosts - there if we needed their advice and good communication on arrival and departure. I would recommend this villa to everyone.
We had a great stay in this villa. It had a lovely and homely feel throughout and stunning views. We could highly recommend and would definitely stay here again next time too. Funchal is about 20-30 min walk, but like almost everywhere in Madeira, it's a steep walk. There is a nice little bakery a few mins walk, that sells fresh bread and patisseries. Because of Covid restrictions we also used Uber Eats a few times and many restaurants deliver to the villa. Other Airbnb's we've tried felt a bit impersonal, but Villa Algeria has a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
It was a truely great stay. Our Madeira and Joy as a host were super responsive and gave us many recommendations where to go to. Definitely one of the rare outstanding villas on the island.
Gastgeberin sehr freundlich Küche super eingerichtet inkl Likörchen Zimmer gross sauber und das ganze Haus sehr großzügig Pool undGarten einzigartig und ein Traum Garageneinfahrt abenteuerliche aber machbar Korbfahren sieht man jeden Tag Sehr zu empfehlen würden wieder buchen
We had the most fantastic stay here! The house was kept spotlessly clean, and the owners had thought of everything! Brilliantly equipped kitchen, lovely decor, light and airy space, beautifully maintained pool area and garden.... just perfect! We had our one year old son with us too, and the owners were very helpful in providing a cot and high chair for him and he loved exploring the garden. The owners were also very helpful with recommendations for good places to eat, and answered any questions we had really quickly. Joy, the owner, is a wonderful cook and we'd recommend trying the dinner she can provide (for a small extra fee) on arrival. I really couldn't fault this place and we spent a very happy two weeks here. We'll return!
Very clean and wonderful villa, we enjoyed our stay very much. The house is just uphill, doable with small children. There's a bakery nearby and a supermarket on a 10 minute walk. And just under the house is a bar and souvenir shop because of the touristic toboggan rides that pass the house. The owner, Joy, was very friendly and responded fast. Would recommend this place to everyone.
Ich machs kurz: - toller Blick - nette Gastgeber - alles sauber - Pool wird regelmässig gepflegt und ist ausreichend warm - grosszügig im Innenraum - ein grossartiges Domizil als Rückzugsort - Wermutstropfen? Es ist nicht wirklich peaceful, man hört schon die Autobahn ein wenig und die Strasse. Die Einfahrt zur Garage ist eng und steil und man muss rückwärts einparken. Also besser ein kleineres Auto nehmen.
Top notch self catering villa, tastefully decorated with charm and care. A piece of traditional Madeira unlike the many modern villas on offer. The house was kept spotlessly clean by a friendly maid who came twice during our stay, but was totally inobtrusive. Ditto for the gardener who kept the garden watered and free of fallen leaves. Joy the owner was very helpful and nothing was too much trouble when we wanted to celebrate the birthday of a lady in our party, she served us a fabulous meal with wine which was the icing on the cake for our holiday. The steep incline up to the house was a bit daunting at first but as its only a short walk from the Livramento road we soon got used to that. Oh and the views...from the pool one can see the whole bay of Funchal from East to West, and we delighted in watching the cruise ships come and go in the harbour. We will be recommending to family and friends who are frequent visitors to Madeira. We hope Joy can fit us in one year for New Year and the fireworks !
We've stayed at Quinta D'Alegria four times and every visit has been special. The Quinta is very tastefully decorated and furnished, set in beautiful gardens overlooking Funchal and out to sea. Joy and Luis, the owners, are extremely welcoming and very helpful in giving advice on what to do and where to eat on the island. The Quinta is well kitted out so if we fancy a change from restaurant food it is a pleasure to cook in. Alternatively we have booked Joy to cook a meal, her culinary skills are first class.
This year I decided to visit Madeira Island with my family and found this fully kitted house with an excellent taste and view. Can't wait to come back!
In addition to the truly fabulous views from this property, I loved the character of the property and the superb décor and furnishings. The place was spick and span and Ciseltina came to clean the house twice during our weeks stay. We took up the offer of a specially cooked meal for us one night. It was just perfect to have a delicious meal in our own beautiful villa without having to cook it!
This was the latest of our numerous visits to this property over the years, and proved as excellent as all of our previous stays. A very well equipped and maintained house with a swimming pool and stunning views out over Funchal. The English / Portuguese couple who own the property live close at hand and are very friendly and helpful. December is a temperate and colourful month to visit Madeira, and we're already planning our next trip.
In addition to the truly fabulous views from this property, I loved the character of the property and the superb décor and furnishings. The place was spick and span and Ciseltina came to clean the house twice during our weeks stay. We took up the offer of a specially cooked meal for us one night. It was just perfect to have a delicious meal in our own beautiful villa without having to cook it!
The property has wonderful views but the Garage is quite difficult to use as it is on the road of the corbs and this is very steep. The property was very clean but we had Problems with the local millipedes !!. Joy was very good and helped us a lot and organised a new oven as the existing one broke within 4 Hours. The local bus Service was excellent, cheap and only 100m away near the local bakery which is very good.There are 2 Restaurants nearby.
For us, a luxury holiday revolves around 3 things; a qulity location, good food (and drink) and accommodation with a "wow" factor. Madiera provided the first, the many bars and restaurants of Funcal the second and Quinta D'Alegria fulfilled our every expectation in terms of a "wow" factor. A beautiful property set within an equally stunning garden......we spent a month here and loved it......Many thanks Joy!
My wife and I enjoyed the villa and location so much 3 years ago that we decided to bring our whole family back last August ( some stayed elsewhere) for a special anniversary Location ,views and true home comforts - plus Joy went out of her way to help arrange a special celebration for us A great restaurant close by with traditional music was a plus All around fabulous And yes Joy is also a fabulous cook
A very nice villa. Very well equipped with everything you might need. Our host was very nice and helpful. The kids loved the pool. There is a bakery nearby for fresh bread in the morning. There is also a small supermarket at about 10 minutes walking distance. It is a good idea to rent a car, it is possible to park it in the garage or on the street nearby. It is also easy getting a taxi or go by the bus that stops nearby. We were four adults and three children and had a great stay in Madeira and can really recommend this villa.
Quinta d'Allegria ist eine landestypische und äußerst geschmackvoll eingerichtete Villa mit wunderschönem Garten und beheiztem Pool. Die Lage ist ruhig in einem Wohngebiet mit fantastischem Ausblick auf Funchal und das Meer. Das Stadtzentrum ist problemlos zu Fuß zu erreichen. Für weitere Ausflüge auf der Insel sollte man motorisiert sein. Das Haus ist voll ausgestattet, blitzsauber und gemütlich. Wir können diese Unterkunft wärmstens empfehlen.
Lovely spacious house, perfectly clean, beautiful views.
stayed for a week with the family - 3 daughters. had a great time! Joy - the owner was outstanding! the house is very well maintained.
We chose Quinta D'Alegria as a special place to celebrate a family birthday, and it did indeed prove to be magical. Our Madeira were excellent in all aspects of booking and gave us plenty of information to plan for our visit. Joy the owner, cooked us the most delicious meal on our arrival, enough for yummy leftovers the next day! The villa was spacious and comfortable and blissful to return to, after each full day exploring the island. We would love to return as there is so much more to see and do!
Das Haus hat eine wunderbare Lage, Blick über den Hafen von Funchal, beheizter Pool, einfach alles ist perfekt. Die Vermieterin ist sehr freundlich und man spürt in jedem Detail , dass sie es mit Liebe einrichtet und pflegt. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder.
We had a wonderful 2 wk stay, made very special by the care and attention of the administration team, very warm welcome of the owner who gave very helpful advise on where to go and what to do and the servicing of the accommodation during our stay. We loved the spaciousness and the views, used the BBQ and ate almost all our meals outdoors. Local transport and markets were varied and excellent. Eating out was very enjoyable, reasonably priced and tasty. Local stores were convenient, bread was super. What more could you want for your holiday. Only neg. comment - anyone with walking disabilities would find access to the very steep road quite difficult.
We had a fabulous time during our stay at Quinta D'Alegria. The property is simply gorgeous and the owner, Joy, was always on hand. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
We were not disappointed in any way with the villa. It was in a brilliant location with a view down to the harbour from the terrace. Very well equipped with many extras that are very often lacking from holiday homes eg. toilet rolls,salt & pepper,several spices & oils in the cupboard & a very comprehensive welcome pack. We paid extra for the pool heating which was well worth it as we could use the pool every day comfortably, even though the weather was not at its best during our stay. Joy, the owner was on hand to help with any queries that we may have has & the lovely maid came mid stay to clean & change towels, etc. (another bonus not always provided) Our arrival was quite late so we went to O Rustico Restaurant about 1/2 mile up the hill. Very local with limited choice on menu but very good food, fantastic friendly service & incredible value for money. During our stay, one of our party had a birthday so we went to Mozart restaurant in the Old Town which was a fantastic evening & well worth a taxi ride for a special occasion. We would be more than happy to return to the villa for a future holiday.
Beautiful house, fantastic hospitality, little touches that meant relaxation straight away. Will most certainly return. Thank you Joy for creating a true 5 star break.
When it comes to stating in a Rental property you expect to make allowances in respect of facilities and the level of comfort and equipment to use during your stay - not here. They really have thought of everything - and quality too! From the heated pool, sumptuously equipped kitchen, fine dining settings to a beautifully comfortable lounge to sit around an open fire, even the logs are provided. I cannot recomment this place highly enough - and the attention to detail is amazing. On our last night - the maid 'Ciseltina' prepared and served a fantastic three course meal for us at the dining table which had been beautifully dressed earlier on. There was enough food to feed twice the amount of people present (5) together with 2 bottles of nice wine, and at a very reasonable rate. Thank you very much for a superb stay - we will return
Die Quinta D´Alegria ist ein traumhaft schönes, altes Herrenhaus. Wir wurden von Joy freundlich begrüßt und erhielten die genaue Wegbeschreibung zur Quinta. Die schmalen, steilen Straßen und die Einfahrt in die Garage sind eine Herausforderung. Man ahnt von der Straße aus nicht, welches Schmuckstück sich hinter den Mauer verbirgt. Der schöne Garten, das großzügige, geschmackvoll eingerichtete Haus und der Ausblick über Funchal sind einmalig. Das Abendessen, dass wir für unseren Anreisetag bestellt hatten, war absolut köstlich - vielen Dank an Joy und Tina. Wir kommen sehr gern einmal wieder.
We have just returned from 2 delightful weeks spent at Quinta Alegria (July 7th - July 21st). The Quinta itself, as well as its surroundings and amenities are of very high and luxurious standard and should fulfil even the most demanding holiday expectations. The property owner and the maid are extremely kind and helpful and they do their outmost to make you feel at home. While we were there, some building work was happening on the land plot below the Quinta. I hereby most honestly confirm that this has caused no disturbance whatsoever. I am particularly attentive to noise factors since I have two young children taking daily rests in the afternoons and they haven't been disturbed by any associated noise of the on-going construction. I am highly recommending the Quinta to anybody looking for an exceptional hideaway in the most typical, yet residential part of Funchal. You will naturally feel like being part of a nice and authentic neighbourhood, and believe it or not, even the construction helped in realizing this rare, but yet desired integration with the local surroundings. Steve Kopp, Paris France