Escape to Villa do Mar II, a secluded stone cottage nestled above a private beach in Calheta. This charming retreat offers an open-plan living area with breathtaking views of the sea, a fully equipped kitchen with original bread oven, and an outdoor dining table surrounded by lush bougainvillea. Enjoy access to a shared beach hut and explore nearby villages like Madalena do Mar.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2861 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cottage has barbecues and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, while a TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.
Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 59508/AL
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
1632738
About the area
Located in Calheta, this cottage is near the beach. Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Ethnographic Museum of Madeira are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Achadas da Cruz Cable Car. Lava Pools and Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor are also worth visiting. Scuba diving offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Calheta travel guide
Is Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Cascata dos Anjos and within 6 miles (10 km) of Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Beachside Square and Church of Our Lady of Light are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Beachfront cottage in Calheta | Cottage do Mar Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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What a fantastic calming sea view this little cottage offers! We loved waking up to the sounds of the waves crashing down below & watching the gorgeous sunset from the privacy of our patio. The location feels like we truly are on our own little island. Unless we drove out into the villages/towns, some days we wouldn't see another person. So peaceful!
Bruno met us at check-in & kindly guided us to the cottage. He showed us where things were located around the cottage which we found very helpful. We were also welcomed with several items such as bread, milk, sparkling wine, fruits which was very nice for tired travelers.
The rental has just about everything you might need (appliances). The washing machine really came in handy and we used the BBQ on Christmas day when we figured most restaurants would be closed.
We walked down the 130 steps (yes, I counted) from the private access beach hut down to the pebbled beach 3 of the 7 days we stayed there. We saw 2 people max on each of those days. The weather in Madeira was pleasant (esp compared to winter in London) but it was not sunbathing weather (plus it rained) else we would have made better use of the nice private beach hut.
The cottage was pretty clean overall but the floors were quite dusty upon arrival (we like to walk barefoot inside the house so we can fully relax). I had to sweep up the whole place first since we felt dust on our feet after we walked around inside. I did mention this to Bruno that the cleaners must have forgotten to sweep/vacuum & mop the floors, for the sake of future renters.
Like the listing says, it is a VERY steep & narrow climb down a 1-lane driveway to get to the cottage (the other side is the drop from the cliff). Although it might be a bit scary & challenging for some drivers, it wasn't too bad for us as my husband is good at navigating challenging roads. However, we did make it a point to get back to the cottage before it got dark, to be on the safe side.
Note - Pack (or buy) your toiletries (soap, shampoo/conditioner, lotion as they are not provided) and bring a pair of slippers (or flip flips) for inside the cottage as the living room has bumpy cobble stones.
Also, we used the property booking agent (Our Madeira) to help book us a car rental. The prices were fair & airport pick up /drop off was convenient so I'd recommend getting your car rental through them also.
We had a lovely & relaxing holiday. Thank you so much!
Es war wirklich traumhaft schön. Das Appartment, sowie die Umgebung und der fast private Strand. Die Aussicht vom Appartment ist wirklich unvergleichlich schön. Wenn man aufwacht kann man direkt auf das Meer schauen. An sich ist man ungestört, allerdings ist vor dem Appartment ein Garten der von einem freundlichen Gärtner betreut wird. Dieser ist allerdings auch öfters anwesend auch wenn man ihn so gut wie gar nicht sieht/hört, da der Garten unter dem Appartment ist... Der Weg zum Appartment ist echt nichts für Ängstliche Fahrer - das muss man schon wissen... Gerade hochzu... Wenn dann einem einer entgegen kommt muss man rückwärts... Zum Glück ist uns das nicht passiert, aber man sollte schon wissen das es den Adrenalinspiegel deutlich erhöht wenn man diesen Weg fährt! Und Tip - unbedingt ein paar mehr ps beim Auto buchen... Die Anstiege sind einfach zu doll dort...
Die Unterkunft liegt eingebettet zwischen Meer und Bananenplantage, nachts kann man das große Panoramafenster geöffnet lassen und dem Rauschen des Meeres lauschen, die Unterkunft ist sehr sauber und mit allen was man braucht /brauchen könnte (Toaster, Taps und Filtermaschine, Mixer, Entsafter, Waschmaschine und Geschirrspülmaschine). Die Straße zur Unterkunft ist einspurig und etwas abenteuerlich, aber sicher. Sehr freundlicher Kontakt
From the moment we booked Bruno was in contact with villa details, places to go, places to eat, etc. The view from the villa was amazing however the road to it gets the pulse racing - iy=ts quite steep!!!
Villa is small but perfect for 2 people with evreything you need for a short getaway.