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The charming house of Funchal!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The charming house of Funchal!

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.

Property manager

Antonio Temes

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside is allowed. Ashtrays on request.

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 2583 sq ft (240 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies and Children are VERY VERY welcome!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 058773/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming House Funchal
Charming Funchal
A Charming House in Funchal!
The Charming House Of Funchal
The Charming House of Funchal! Villa
The Charming House of Funchal! Funchal
The Charming House of Funchal! Villa Funchal

About the neighborhood

Map
Funchal, Madeira

What's nearby

  • Town Square - 17 min walk
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 3 min drive
  • Funchal Marina - 3 min drive
  • CR7 Museum - 3 min drive
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rústico - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coffee and Snack Toboggan - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grão de Farinha - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cantinho do Petisco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Melhor comida do mundo - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The charming house of Funchal! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The charming house of Funchal! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The charming house of Funchal!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The charming house of Funchal!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The charming house of Funchal! located?

This family-friendly Funchal villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Quinta Palmeira, Museum of Natural History, and Funchal Municipal Garden. Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center and Funchal Farmers Market are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The charming house of Funchal! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa and host!
We all agreed this was the nicest villa anyone had ever rented. Charming is a great description. We were a group of long time friends on a girls trip that included hiking and shopping. The villa was so well stocked with everything you could think of. It was so clean and the location was great with amazing views. Antonio was wonderful. He was quick to reply to any questions and was so nice. The pool was wonderful too. We enjoyed our stay so much and would highly recommend staying here! You'll be glad you did! It's definitely a ten!!Thanks again Antonio!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

philip w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent host and excellent Villa
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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay!
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and perfect location
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect trifecta of charm, comfort, and hospitality.
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

10/10 Excellent

Martin E., Stockholm, Sverige

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, well-equipped & spotless
We (2 families, 4 adults and 4 children, 1-4 yrs) stayed in this house for 11 days. We all loved it! It’s a really nice and charming house; it’s easy to feel at home here. At the same time it’s very clean and well maintained - everything is in perfect order. The house is well equipped, it really has everything you could wish for. Generous as well, with coffee pods, toothpaste, charcoal, washing detergent etc. Great for small children as well, with cots, high chairs, toys and even chairs for the car (and possibility to cover the pool). Our host Antonio made our stay even better. He’s very helpful, easy to get in touch with and flexible with arrangements. We really felt that he cared about us! If you’re looking for a house in Funchal I don’t think you’re going to find a better one than this.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Wallasey, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding in all regards
From hello to good-bye, Antonio is the perfect host. Always available and the end of the phone, if you need him, we did, once at 22:00 due to a faulty alarm and he was there within 30 minutes. The house itself is ideal for families with 4 spacious rooms and 3 bathroom you will not be falling over each other. A well stocked kitchen, you just need to provide the main items everything else is provided, from salt to fresh coffee. Our welcome pack included some very nice Madeira wine, beer and biscuits. The pool area is well stocked with everything you might need as a family. If there is a downside, and it is a minor issue, it's the walk back from Funchal, the house is a the top of a long hill. It is a minor issue as there are plenty of taxi's at reasonable cost. So walk down but taxi back. it became our mantra....enjoy you stay this is a beautiful place. Thank you Antonio.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

A Few Days In Paradise
We were a party of five who stayed at this villa for five nights. The villa was spotless and the owners have thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. The outside space and pool are idyllic with a selection of beautiful flowers and shrubbery. We have no hesitation to recommend this holiday and we all hope to return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Carole H.

Beautiful house
We had a wonderful 3 week holiday in this lovely house. The house is very homely and well equipped with everything you need including the bathrooms, there are wonderful views from the balcony. The garden is lovingly attended with a great pool. Antonio the owner was very helpful with advice should you need it and left a lovely welcoming hamper on our arrival. We had family and friends join us during our stay who all thought the house and island were beautiful, we can highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benoit B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meet expectations
Stay which took place in very good conditions. Kindness and responsiveness are the key words of the host. I recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rianne v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastisch huis met fantastische host
Voor iedereen die nog twijfelt; van het boeken van dit huis krijg je geen spijt. Het is een prachtig, goed onderhouden huis met heerlijk zwembad. Alles is goed verzorgd, goede bedden, veel badkamers, uitgebreide keuken inventaris, warme ontvangst, uitleg door de host over alles in huis incl. tips over de omgeving, wandelingen en activiteiten. De host (Antonio) is heel flexibel en woont dichtbij. Al je vragen beantwoordt hij snel, en makkelijk via whatsapp. Enig klein minpuntje is dat je bij sommige van de douches de douchekop in je hand moet houden, je kunt er niet goed onder staan als deze aan de muur hangt. Maar dat is slechts een kleinigheid. Verder gewoonweg perfect, we hebben een week enorm genoten en voor het eerst een huis waar we zeker weten terug gaan keren!

10/10 Excellent

Ute P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weihnachtsferien Familienurlaub
Wir haben als Familie 14 Tage in einer sehr schönen Umgebung, bei bestem Wetter , verbracht. Antonio ist ein perfekter Vermieter, sehr aufmerksam, freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Haus ist sehr persönlich gestaltet und vermittelt nicht das Gefühl sich in einer Ferienunterkunft aufzuhalten. Schon bei der Ankunft wurden wir mit Blumen in den Vasen, einem Obstkorb mit heimischen Früchten und verschiedenen Getränken liebevoll empfangen. Ob für die Enkelkinder, die Kinder oder die Großeltern, übereinstimmend ein wunderschöner Urlaub. Ein herzliches dankeschön nochmals an Antonio.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wirklich schön...
Perfekt! Das Ferienhaus ist sehr gut ausgestattet, eingerichtet und gepflegt. Wir haben nichts vermisst und uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Der Pool ist sehr schön angelegt und sauber. Antonio hat uns persönlich begrüßt und uns das Haus gezeigt. Er ist jederzeit ansprechbar und hilft auch bei Fragen zu Ausflügen immer weiter. Zur Begrüßung warteten frisches Obst, Wein und Cookies auf uns. Die Lage des Hauses ist sehr praktisch, sowohl für die Stadterkundung zu Fuß als auch mit dem Bus oder Auto. Unsere Mietautos (Clio Größe) haben beide in die Einfahrt gepasst. Etwas Fahrgeschick sollte man für die engen und steilen Straßen von Funchal mitbringen. Alles in allem ein toller Urlaub in einem super Haus auf einer abwechslungsreichen Insel.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthias G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Ferienhaus mit Pool und Traumblick
Das Haus ist nur zu empfehlen ! Einfach nur wunderschön ! Wunderschöne Aussicht vom Balkon ins Tal von Funchal... Sehr zuvorkommender Eigentümer... Alles in allem ein gelungener Urlaub !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leen O.

Great house, great host and everything available what you wished for
With a family of 7 adult and a baby of 6 months, this beautiful house fullfilled all our wishes. Enough room for all, central position in lovely Funchal, and equipped with everything you could wish for. From toothpaste in all bathrooms to swim toys for kids, it was there. Even the coffee machine was filled up with the cups. All this, thanks to an owner who's first concern is to offer his guests the holiday they wish for. It is Antonio, and in the background his wife, who made it all possible. Nearly every day he contacted us if there was any need for whatever care, and if there was, he arranged it. All that made our stay a pleasant one, and supported by the people, city of Funchal and beautiful scenery of Madeira, we had a wonderful vacation. Thanks Antonio for your care, the use of your house, and the nice person that you are. We hope to ever see you back for another stay. On behalf off the family, Leen Oosterbaan Anna Paulowna, the Netherlands
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Marvellous house with a very pleasant owner
It is now three days since we left the marvellous Casa dos Francehlos in Funchal. We were 4 couples who stayed there for one week and had a very pleasant time there. From the moment we got there we felt a very warm and nice atmosphere. Antonio (the owner) met us when we arrived and was so helpful and kind when we asked about things to do, where to find nice Levada walks and so on. He had also bought typical Madeirian things like marmelade, Madeirawine, redwine, cookies and some nice bread and put them in a welcoming basket. In the refrigerator there was a nice cold white wine bottle. The house was very nice furnished and had very nice bedrooms and well equipped kitchen. The gardenarea was also very nice with a nice heated pool and enough space to spend nice moments in the beautiful garden. We all are so satisfied with out stay at Casa dos Francehlos and we really recommend anyone to book a stay there. I promise you will not be disapointed:) Dan with wife and friends
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018