Contemporary in design and furnishings and with a great holiday feel, this beautiful new 3-bedroom villa is located in sunny Arco da Calheta, and has wonderful views of the sea and of the surrounding mountains that tower over it.
The front door leads straight to the very spacious and airy open-plan air-conditioned living area. In front of the Smart Cable Flat-screen TV (with connection to Netlfix and Youtbe), is a sofa and two comfortable armchairs overlooking the pool and the wonderful views. The glass dining table is closer to the fully equipped modern kitchen that leads onwards to the laundry room.
The corridor leads to the bedrooms and shower rooms. All feature king-size beds, air-conditioning and electric blinds. You wake up with views of the sea in the Master Bedroom (with en-suite shower room) and the second bedroom and both open to the pool deck. The second and third bedrooms share the family shower room.
The southern front of the villa is occupied by the swimming pool and sun-deck with sun-beds, a sun umbrella, and outdoor dining table for 6. To the side of the villa is a built-in barbecue, perfect for those balmy evenings in Arco da Calheta.
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, King size double bed (160X200), en-suite shower room, air conditioning/heating, electric blinds, sea-view, opens to pool deck
Bedroom 2, King size double bed (160X200), air conditioning/heating, electric blinds, sea-view, opens to pool deck
Bedroom 3, King size double bed (160X200), air conditioning/heating, electric blinds
Bathroom 1, En-suite to Master Bedroom, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet
Bathroom 2, Family shower room, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet
Open-plan Kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen. 4-ring electric induction cooker, built-in electric oven, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Dolce Gusto coffee machine, kettle, toaster, juicer, hand held liquidizer.
Open plan Lounge/Dining
Sitting area, seating for 6, with cable flat-screen Smart TV (with access to Netflix, YouTube and Web Browser), portable Bluetooth speaker, air-conditioning/heating and electric blinds.
Dining table for 6.
Outside
South facing deck with freshwater swimming pool, sunbeds, sun umbrella, outdoor dining table for 6, built-in barbecue and secure parking space.
Swimming pool:
Type: Polygonal
Length: 8m, Width: 3,20 to 1,00m, Depth: from 0,90m to 1,50m
Swimming pool heating:
Heating is optional and costs, 200,00€ per week for 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival.
A supplement of 25,00€ per week applies for each additional degree 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 within this period or after arrival at the villa, the minimum charge applicable is one week, which is payable from the time the heating is turned on.
Other
Laundry with washing machine, iron and ironing board.
There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the living area and bedrooms.
There is secure parking facilities for up to 1 car. Although not essential, as in most villas, a hire car is recommended.
One free cot and high chair is available on request
This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº 77008/AL
Nearby
The village centre of Arco da Calheta is only 450 metres away. Here you will find a café with lovely esplanade viewpoint and a snack bar (as well as the church).
The nearest mini-market is 1 Km away, next to the pharmacy and two cafés/snack-bars.
From Arco da Calheta you great access to the mountains for both sightseeing (Madeira is breathtakingly beautiful) and walking (which has become extremely popular along the levadas or for hiking).
The resort of Calheta, with it’s manmade golden beach, is 3Km away, and here you will you will find a selection of bars and restaurants. a handful of boutique shops and a supermarket.
Ribeira Brava, 10 minutes by car, is the next largest town, and offers a greater election of shops, cafés and restaurants, and a couple of supermarkets.
The capital, Funchal, is an easy 30 minutes drive along the motorway, and the airport a further 15 minutes on.
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.
Cleaning
Cleaning and linen change is provided every 7 days.
All linen and towels are provided, including towels for the swimming pool.
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.
Final details for check-in and driving instructions to the property will be sent 7 days prior to arrival. A contact number will be provided, and to be able to access the property, you need to phone this number as you are leaving the airport. It is your responsibility to contact and advise the number provided on the check-in details to advise any delays to the expected check-in time.
Check-in times - at the property - are between 16H00 and 19H00. For Sunday arrivals and out of hours check-in, alternative arrangements will be made and an additional cost will apply.
Check-in and check-out flexibility will be applied where possible, but this will depend on housekeeping schedules and the departure and arrival days of other reservations either side of your stay; a definitive answer can only be provided within 24 hours of your arrival for check-in and your departure for check-out.
This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº 77008/AL.
The payment of a Tourist Tax has been implemented for all arriving visitors on or after 01 October 2024 across all of Madeira and Porto Santo by the local Municipalities.
This applies to all visitors to Madeira aged 13 or over, and costs 2€ per person per day up to a maximum of 14€ per person.
Your accommodation is responsible for collecting these amounts and paying them on your behalf to the applicable municipality.
Pets - not allowed
PLEASE TELEPHONE VANDA ON 00351 965 680 006, AS YOU ARE ABOUT TO LEAVE THE AIRPORT Please print these driving instructions and have them with you when you arrive in Madeira.
If you have a car and are driving to your villa or apartment, please follow these instructions. Using GPS will take you via old and less easy roads and unusual locations:
Leaving the airport take the motorway (Via Rápida) West in the direction of Funchal and after this to Ribeira Brava. Travel for 34. Km.
When you reach the end of the motorway (approximately 35 minutes) keep on the right hand lane and follow the signs to Ribeira Brava – Ponta do Sol.
The slip road will lead you to a roundabout. Take the first exit to Ribeira Brava and drive towards the sea for 1,4Km. You will reach another roundabout. Take the 1st exit into the tunnel and you will now carry on for 3,9Km until you reach the roundabout of Ponta do Sol.
At the end of the tunnel you will reach another roundabout; take the 2nd exit , signposted Ponta do Sol and drive through another tunnel. At the end, carry on along the coastal road and you will enter another tunnel. At the end, carry on along the coastal road and you will enter another tunnel.
At the end of this tunnel you will come to the roundabout of Ponta do Sol; on the left you will find a petrol station and mini market. Take the 2nd exit into the next tunnel and drive for 2,8Km.
At the end of the tunnel, at the roundabout, turn sharp right into the next tunnel (signposted Calheta).
At the roundabout (1,6Km), take the first turn-off, signposted to Calheta, drive through the next tunnel for 1,8Km.
Reaching the next roundabout, take the first exit following signs to Arco da Calheta and drive up 100metres until you reach another roundabout.
You will immediately come to another roundabout. Take the first exit to the right.
Continue for approximately 800 metres and you will come to a ramp on your left between two tall grey walls.
Turn left up the ramp and Calheta Charm is the house right at the top. VILLA ADDRESSCalheta Charm
Estrada Regional 225, Estrada do Arco 93A9370-042 Arco da CalhetaCalheta, Madeira
GPS COORDINATES32.7131048028501,-17.14512354422118
SECURITY DEPOSIT: Please
