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Holiday rentals in Madeira

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Home in Santana
Beatriz's Little House
Hi! We are Sonia, Elio and our daughter Beatriz. Our aim is to make your vacation unforgettable!! So, so welcome to our home!! "Beatriz's little house" is located in Santana, land of the typical houses, ex-libris and tourist poster of the island of Madeira. They were houses composed of an attic, where the agricultural products were stored, and the ground floor with the living area. We rebuilt one of these typical "houses", dating back to 1950, with all the comfort of the current times. It has sea/mountain views.
12–19 FebIndividual Host,
£113 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
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Home in Madalena do Mar
Tropical house :) 2 min to the sea, views, nature
Tropical house :) - renovada recentemente, tudo é novo e fresco - ar condicionado na sala - 2 minutos para a praia (50 metros) e estacionamento fácil - vista mar e sunsets deslumbrantes - varanda e pátio privados para refeições no exterior - cozinha totalmente equipada - (forno, máquina de lavar a loiça, microondas, máquina de lavar a roupa, etc) - Internet rápida (100MBps), smart TV e coluna bluetooth - excelente localização (acesso fácil a toda a ilha, caminhadas e praias) - Check in autónomo
5–12 JanIndividual Host,
£121 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
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Home in Funchal
Pirate House Seafront Private Pool Garden Funchal
Oceanfront house with private swimming pool & large tropical garden in the charming Old Town of Funchal, 200m walk to the city center, beach & restaurants are 5mins away. Free street parking & high speed 1 Giga internet w desk space. 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, living room & kitchen w unlimited sea views. Fully renovated in 2022 with stylish interiors for a dream holiday with lots of outside relaxing, sunbathing & dining space with BBQ, so you can live outside all year surrounded by banana trees
9–16 OctProfessional Host,
£416 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

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Other great holiday rentals in Madeira

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Dome in Madeira
Vi Naturae Glamping-dome 2
16–23 NovProfessional Host,
£144 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
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Farm stay in Arco da Calheta
C Torre Bella Gardens
16–23 OctProfessional Host,
£170 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews
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Villa in Ponta Do Sol
Anjos Paradise Eden
20–27 FebProfessional Host,
£364 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews
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Home in Arco Da Calheta
Mango House
9–16 NovProfessional Host,
£176 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews
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Villa in Funchal
The Bay House.:full ocean and Funchal bay view
7–14 DecProfessional Host,
£301 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
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Hut in Funchal
Mountain Eco Shelter 3
4–11 FebProfessional Host,
£100 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews
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Villa in Arco da Calheta
Villa with large pool and fantastic views
16–21 MayIndividual Host,
£261 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
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Villa in Ribeira Brava
Luxury Villa Magnolia Heated Pool and Ocean View
14–21 MayIndividual Host,
£402 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
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Home in Câmara de Lobos
Peak A Boo (Private Heated Pool & Private Parking)
27 Nov – 4 DecIndividual Host,
£215 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
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Villa in Estreito da Calheta
Spacious premium villa in Calheta | Ocean Panorama
23 Feb – 2 MarProfessional Host,
£266 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews
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Flat in Quinta Grande
Botanica Living | Acacia Apt
22–29 DecProfessional Host,
£232 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
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Flat in Prazeres
Belmont Charming Apartment
8–15 JanIndividual Host,
£127 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Your guide to Madeira

All About Madeira

The Madeira archipelago is part of Portugal, yet it’s over 1,000 kilometres from the European mainland and just half that distance from the African coast. Most of its population lives on two main islands — Madeira and Porto Santo — while Sevagens and Desertas remain uninhabited. Known for astounding scenery, abundant green vegetation, and diverse native wildlife, the islands draw people seeking adventure as much as those in search of tranquillity.

Hikers head to Madeira to wend their way up mountain passes, under waterfalls, and through blueberry patches. Water-lovers take a two-hour ferry from Madeira to Porto Santo’s seven kilometres of sand beaches for a refreshing dip or some sea kayaking. Funchal, Madeira’s capital city, is home to the tile-adorned Mercado dos Lavradores — whose immaculate displays of fresh fruit draw the eye — and geometric displays of bright blooms at the Madeira Botanical Garden.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Madeira

Madeira enjoys fairly consistent weather year-round, with nearly 250 days of sunshine each year — with the exception of June, which can be cloudy. Villas in Madeira are very popular in the peak months of July and August, and you’ll need plenty of sun protection if you’re exploring at this time of year. Many cruise ships stop by during summer, delivering a steady stream of visitors and maintaining a lively buzz. As August turns to September, the islands’ wine festival celebrates the grape harvest with traditional music, tastings, and open-air performances. Visit in April or May for the weeks-long Madeira Flower Festival, which traditionally takes place four weeks after Easter and is a joyous, colourful celebration of Madeiran culture and wildlife. Traditional Madeira cottages with cosy thatched roofs are also a charming choice for the Christmas holidays.


Top things to do in Madeira

Wineries

Madeira’s wines are world-famous, and there are plenty of opportunities to explore the island’s verdant vineyards and wineries. From wine walking routes around Funchal to commercially operated tours of the island, epicureans will enjoy sampling the fruits of the island’s fertile soil.

Funchal-Monte Cable Car

The cable car that shuttles you between Funchal Monte Cable Car may only be a 20-minute journey, but it offers panoramic views of the lush island. Once you’ve ascended to the peaceful suburb of Monte, you can explore the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens, and then, if you’re up for an equally memorable trip back to the capital, you can descend in a wicker toboggan, whizzing down winding roads at speeds of up to 30 mph.

Pico do Ariero to Pico Ruivo

Not for the faint-hearted, this is a challenging 11-kilometre hike on the third-highest peak in Madeira. A thousand metres of incline take you along narrow pathways, up and down tricky staircases, and through dark tunnels. The four-hour round trip rewards brave adventurers with astounding views and a well-deserved sense of achievement.

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