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The Garden of Paradise

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A garden with a stone fountain, lush greenery, and a clear blue sky.
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white bar stools, and patterned wallpaper.
A dining room with a round table, chairs, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the walls.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a matching ottoman, a large patterned rug, and a cabinet with decorative items.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, a large ornate mirror, a vase with flowers, and a white chair.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 31938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, madeire
  • Place, Palheiro Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Palheiro Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Madeira Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

When you stay at this vacation home in Santa Cruz, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Funchal Marina and CR7 Museum. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Madeira Stadium and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Pinnacle Viewpoint.
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What's nearby

  • Palheiro Gardens - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Pinnacle Viewpoint - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Palheiro Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Madeira Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Vista d'António - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grill Traineira Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O Picadinho - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Venda do Bello - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casa de Pasto das Eiras - ‬5 min drive

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 Garden of Paradise

In the last century, many prominent figures built “quintas” or “quintinhas” in the hills above the capital to relax or while away their time under the bougainvilleas. At the time, Madeira was a resort destination where the nobility came to recuperate. Empress Sisi stayed there, and the last emperor was buried there.<br> It is in one of these quintinhas that you can relax and enjoy the “Island of Flowers.”<br>We’re on an island, and with a little luck, you’ll be able to spot whales or dolphins (April through October) or, at the end of the year, witness the magical fireworks display—one of the largest in the world (6 km in diameter, 17 metric tons of explosives, 8,000 explosions in 8 minutes) (a tip: the best view is from a boat)<br>Villa in a park accessible by all types of vehicles.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

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 accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 3:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 530570/AL

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Santa Cruz
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Santa Cruz

The Garden of Paradise Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Had a lovely time, and the accommodation was great, but it could do with a shower in the bathroom
Stayed 23 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid

The house, the location, the garden, everything is quite splendid. I was there for 3 months and enjoyed every minute. The hosts are very caring and went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable.
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Private, beautifully renovated

Great hosts helped us with car hire. The house and furniture was very clean and furnished to a very high standard. Fast wifi with Apple TV. Although not necessary I would recommend a car to stay here The only improvements was the outside paving area needs updating. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolles Haus mit schönem Garten in ruhiger Umgebung auf einer tollen Insel

Ein tolles großräumiges Haus in einem schönen Garten. Alles vorhanden was man zum Urlaubsaufenthalt braucht. Sehr nette Vermieter, die sich immer erkundigt haben ob wir zufrieden sind und noch irgendwas benötigen. Im Haus auch sehr viel Kartenmaterial in allen Sprachen vorrätig, da findet man jedes Ziel oder Anregungen. Das Haus befindet sich ca. 20 Minuten mit dem Auto vom Flughafen entfernt. Flugzeuglärm hört man absolut nicht. Im Gegenteil, das Haus befindet sich auf einer Anhöhe und liegt sehr ruhig. Riesiger Supermarkt in ca. 500 Meter Entfernung, da bekommt man alles. Nach Funchal mit Auto 15-20 Minuten. Sehr schöne Altstadt. Insgesamt ist Madeira natürlich ein Superziel zum Urlaub machen. Man kann ohne Ende wandern, baden oder viele andere Sachen erleben. Uns hat es jedenfalls sehr gefallen. Haus und Insel einfach empfehlenswert und Daumen hoch.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Schönes Haus mit Macken

Das Haus ist schön, jedoch sehr dunkel und kalt. Hochwertige Möbel und gute Küche. Bad mit freistehender Badewanne zwar originell, jedoch sehr unpraktisch, speziell nach Wanderung in der Wärme Mit dem Garten riesigen kann man nicht so viel anfangen. Besonders negativ war jedoch, dass jeden Tag sehr laute Musik bis nachts um 2 dröhnte und trotz geschlosser Fenster man nicht schlafen konnte.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OTTIMA ESPERIENZA, RELAX E CASA MERAVIGLIOSA

Ottima e inaspettata esperienza a Camacha. Stupenda villa tutta a disposizione, che mette a disposizione tutti i comfort. Zona molto tranquilla, molto fresca la sera. Il proprietario, Richard, e la moglie persone molto gentili e ospitali. Assolutamente consigliato.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022