The charming house of Funchal!

Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
9.9
Outstanding(19 Reviews)

Villa in Funchal

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this villa rental

Casa dos Francelhos is a beautiful and comfortable fully renovated house in Funchal (originally built in 1937) with a private heated swimming pool and stunning sea and city views, offering a quiet setting in a privileged residential area for a joyful, relaxed and recharging stay in Madeira Island.
A 15 / 20min walk will take you to downtown Funchal (0.9 miles / 1.4 km).

With Funchal bay and sea view from its large balcony, the house has 2 suites and 2 spacious bedrooms, a great living room, an elegant dining room, 4.5 bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. The house is prepared to host children and babies (with 2 high chairs and 2 cots - a regular and a travel version). An outdoor heated swimming pool, barbecue facilities with an eating area and a delightful sun terrace are also available at Casa dos Francelhos. Downstairs, we have one suite with double bed with a window opening out to the entrance and private bathroom including a bathtub. Upstairs we can find the other three bedrooms. One suite with a queen size bed, access to the balcony with sea view, private closet and bathroom with shower bath. One bedroom with two single beds opening out to the balcony with sea view. The fourth bedroom has two single beds, a window opening out to the rear of the house. Next to the two single bedrooms there is one common bathroom with a small bathtub suitable for children that is also an ordinary shower. The living room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom are located downstairs. The living room comes with several comfortable sofas and chairs and a flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. It opens out onto the terrace with sun loungers and parasols. The bright dining room has a wood table in the center for up to 12 guests (including two infants) and it's adjacent to the kitchen for convenience in serving. It opens out onto the barbecue area and the outdoor dining table. The kitchen is fully equipped and has all the necessary paraphernalia and electric equipment enabling our guests to cook great meals.

There is also an in-house laundry with washing machine and ironing facilities.

We have 4 extra folding beds (single) and 2 cots (described above) that can be placed in the bedrooms.

Guest interaction:
We will be happy to check in and check out. We are available to help, give information, book activities and make travel plans. We will always call you if needed.

Neighborhood overview:
The house is located in a quiet residential area of Funchal, close enough to exploit downtown appeal and far enough to save you from noise, cars and pollution. Every weekday, around 8.30/8. 45 a.m., the bakery car with fresh bread and simple bakery cakes passes by and snoozes (just be at gate and they will stop at your hand call).

Getting around:
Casa dos Francelhos is 1.3 km away from downtown Funchal (less than 15 min walk downhill and a few more to return uphill). The most popular attractions include:
1 - Walking distance (downhill): Funchal Cathedral (1,7 km), Town Hall (1,4 km), Jesuits 'College and Church (1,4 km), Farmers' Market Funchal Shopping Center (1.8 km), Anadia Shopping (1.6 km); CR7 Museum (1.5 miles), Quinta das Cruzes Gardens and Museum (1.5 miles), Frederico de Freitas House Museum (1.6 km), Funchal Cable Car Station to Monte (2.0 km).
2 - Walking distance (uphill - please be aware that uphill in Madeira means steep slopes!)Monte Car Car Station (to Funchal - 2.1 km), Monte Cable Car Station (to Madeira Botanical Gardens - 2.3 km), Tropical Monte Palace Gardens, Monte Church Monte Sledges (1.2 miles).
3 - By Car: Madeira Botanical Gardens (4.5 km); Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo Airport - 18 km from the property.
4 - By Bus: Bus stop to downtown Funchal is 100 meters away from House of the Chicks (a 3 min trip downtown!). A 5-minute walk can take you to a small grocery shop and snack bars. As more variety and more affordable grocery shopping, we advise you to go to La Vie Shopping Center or Anadia Shopping.

Other things to note:
The house provides satellite TV, free Wi-Fi at all house divisions, USB charging plugs, UK sockets, and private parking for 2 cars, although it is very easy to park outside. We also lend children's car seats and 2 adult bikes if needed. Our registration number is 58773 / AL.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Funchal

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Reviews

9.9
Outstanding(19 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
The property was exceptional, Antonio was a fantastic host, and the house had everything we could have ever needed. We highly recommend this beautiful accommodation!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0
Jun 2023
Facilities are first class and all round cleanliness superb. It is as good as it looks in the photographs and blends old world with the modern tastefully. We loved our stay here and would recommend it.
10.0
Mar 2023
The house was amazing! Antonio, thank you very much for everything, we really enjoyed our stay! We stayed at Antonio's house with 6 friends for my partner's 30th birthday and it was exactly the getaway we needed. The property was clean, spacious, and very well equipped - we had absolutely everything we needed there, and were able to enjoy breakfasts and barbeque by the pool area outside, as well as some down time in the living room, playing board games and chatting. Madeira is a wonderful destination, but Antonio's house was the highlight of our stay, as we didn't want to leave! Antonio himself was so helpful and accommodating too - he helped us check-in and out, gave advice on things to do in the area and best food to eat, as well as offered to help us in any way we needed during our stay. We would come back in a heartbeat, thank you so much!
10.0
Mar 2023
Our stay was amazing. The property was absolutely gorgeous and so well stocked with literally anything we could have ever needed! The pool was perfect after a long day walking through the city! The view from the balcony was breathtaking! Our host was so accommodating and gave wonderful recommendations for dinner and sites to see! He really went above and beyond to make our stay absolutely perfect! We have stayed at vacation rentals all over Europe and I have to say this one was hands down the most beautiful one we have ever seen! We cannot thank our host enough for all he did and provided for us. If we could give 10 stars for everything, we would!
10.0
Mar 2023
From the moment we arrived at Casa Dos Francelhos I knew we were in for a truly special experience. We were greeted by Antonio, whose genuine warmth and hospitality immediately made us feel at home, like he was an old friend who had been anxiously awaiting our arrival. We were treated to a fascinating tour of the property, during which he described its history, the natural environment, and of course the features of the home. An impressive welcome arrangement of local fruits, wines, beers, were also waiting for us on the kitchen table. Antonio has also put together a most impressive tour guide of the entire island of Madeira covering maps, things to do, places to eat and buy groceries, transportation, and everything else in between. Over years of staying in different vacation rentals, I have never seen such a thorough and complete guide to an area. Also, I have never been made to feel more welcome or cared for. From taking the extra effort to research the best fishing guides in the area (Shout out to Nelson at Fish Point Madeira, also a true class act!) to sending texts throughout our trip making personal recommendations to restaurants and even menu suggestions, Antonio was incredible in every way. Also, a special thank you to Antonio's son Joao for taking my son Jack to the local gym for a workout! The home and yard are absolutely beautiful and immaculately kept. Incredible attention has been paid to every detail, and it is clear to see that Antonio is passionate about this incredibly charming property. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all thoughtfully equipped and perfectly comfortable. I can't help but smile as I write this, remembering the cool ocean breeze and pale moon light filtering through the open balcony doors as I curled up in my cozy bed savoring the perfect climate. The kitchen is also very well equipped, and we prepared many enjoyable homemade meals during our stay. The most memorable was the red snapper and cream pasta grilled over charcoal embers in the brick oven by the pool. The garden is also simply delightful. It is every bit as beautiful as the photos show, and there is even an active fresh water spring trickling down the natural stone walls that encircle the patio, enshrouded in vines and flowers. We thoroughly enjoyed our nightly chill sessions on the balcony, conversing, sipping wine, and taking in the ocean views. Thank you Antonio! We absloutely loved our stay at Casa Dos Francelhos!
10.0
May 2022
Casa Francelhos and Madeira: never to be forgotten.
Casa Francelhos and Madeira: never to be forgotten.
We have thought out and planned everything well in advance: in 2020 we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of our marriage with children in Madeira. But as so often, life turns out to be unpredictable: the corona pandemic changes everything. Thanks to the empathy and thoughtfulness of our host Antonio, our party has been postponed twice one year. This year we finally meet him in person. It feels like a warm Bath: he surprises us with a party-cake with two candles, numbered 5 and 2!!! Our stay is everything we imagined and more than that. Our son surprises us with beautiful atmospheric images of the sunrise on the Pico do Furado on the São Laurenço Peninsula and on the Miradouro Nino da Manta at the Pico do Arieiro. Our doughter and son-in-law make beautiful trips through the rugged interior. And last but nog least, Casa dos Francelhos fitted like a glove and felt like home to all of is. In short, Antonio and Madeira: never to be forgotten. Henk, Joke and the children 12-05-2022
10.0
Nov 2021
Meet expectations
Meet expectations
Stay which took place in very good conditions. Kindness and responsiveness are the key words of the host. I recommend
10.0
Oct 2021
Perfect villa
Perfect villa
The villa had everything you could need, and more, all to a high standard. As a host, Antonio was very helpful and generous with his time and knowledge of Funchal and the rest of Madeira. Nothing was too much trouble.
10.0
Jan 2021
Wonderful place to stay
Wonderful place to stay
We were in Madeira for hiking and fireworks. This is the perfect location. Due to covid we opted to stay home and watch the fireworks from our balcony. It was amazing. It is perfect. So clean and comfortable and we were amazed by all the extras provided. We will come back and stay here for sure. our host was incredible and went above and beyond expectations. It was a nice downhill walk to the main square and a cheap taxi ride back. It was nice and quiet and so comfortable. Stop looking and book this house. You won’t be disappointed.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Funchal?

The average price for a rental in Funchal is $92 per night. This rental is $167 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The charming house of Funchal!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The charming house of Funchal!. Enjoy the water!

Is The charming house of Funchal! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at The charming house of Funchal!?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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