THIS VILLA IS CERTIFIED CLEAN AND SAFE BY THE PORTUGUESE TOURIST OFFICE All operational procedures follow the Portuguese Health Authority and World Health Organisation guidelines With outstanding views of the town and ocean, Villa Luz, one of the larger villas in Madeira, is a superb villa with great leisure facilities, including a heated infinity pool, large solarium, games room and capacity for 12. Located in a premium tranquil residential area of Funchal, close by you will find all the facilities you may need and easy access to town and, via the expressway, to all areas of Madeira. On the ground floor, a very spacious open-space lounge and elevated dining area with direct sea-view is complemented by a separate private TV room. A fully equipped kitchen features a breakfast table and TV and leads to the covered veranda with outdoor dining table and built-in barbecue overlooking the pool, Funchal and the sea. The whole front of the villa is the south-facing solarium that features a magnificent infinity style heated pool overlooking Funchal and the ocean. Of the villas in Funchal, this one very probably provides the best view of the new year's eve fireworks and cruise ships in the harbour. A large games/leisure room with pool table, table football and a treadmill can be found in the lower ground floor. On the first floor is the Master bedroom with dressing area, en-suite bathroom and private balcony. A further room with a double bed and two rooms each with two single beds share the family bathroom and a full-length south-facing balcony. All offer direct sea-views from this beautiful villa. Off the games/leisure room in the lower ground floor is an interior fifth double bedroom (no windows to the outside) and separate shower room. On the 1st floor bedroom landing is a single chaise longue bed with mattress, underneath of which is a pull out mattress, for the 11th and 12th persons (more appropriate for children - you can see this in the pictures). The largest shopping centre on the island is less than a kilometre away; closer by is a large branded supermarket, shops, bank and pharmacy. The nearest supermarket and bakery/café is approximately 350 metres away and the nearest restaurant 300m away. Bedrooms and bathrooms Bedroom 1, first floor, super-king sized double bed, dressing area, en-suite shower room, sea-view, private balcony Bedroom 2, first floor, double bed, sea-view, shared balcony Bedroom 3, first floor, two single beds, sea-view, shared balcony Bedroom 4, first floor, two single beds, sea-view, shared balcony Bedroom 5, lower ground floor, double bed (window to games room) Bathroom 1, first floor, en-suite to the Master Bedroom, double washbasin, toilet, bidet and walk-in shower Bathroom 2, first floor, washbasin, family bathroom, toilet and bath with overhead shower Bathroom 3, lower ground floor, washbasin, toilet, walk-in shower Guest toilet, ground floor, washbasin, toilet Living area Large open plan lounge with elevated dining room area, sea-view, opens to pool deck. TV room with flat screen cable TV and DVD Kitchen Fully equipped kitchen. 4-ring gas cooker, built-in electric oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, hand held liquidizer. Outside Spacious south-facing pool deck with large infinity style pool. Sunbeds. Barbecue area with table and chairs and built-in barbecue Swimming Pool Type: rectangular Length: 10m Width: 4m (at the widest) - 3m (at the narrowest) Depth: 1m (shallowest) - 1,80 (deepest) Heating: pool heating is optional and carries a supplement of 150€ per week for a setting of 24ºC, 200€ per week to 25ºC, and 250€ per week to 26ºC, payable on arrival in cash. Pool heating should be requested at least 7 days prior to arrival. Should pool heating be requested after arrival, there is a minimum cost of one week payable from the day it is turned on. Other The property is gated and there is secure parking for one or more cars inside. The laundry with washing machine is on the lower ground floor. Nearby Public transport is plentiful. The bus stop is 250m away. Taxis are very reasonable and the nearest rank is only 1Km away. The nearest facilities (supermarket, café, restaurant) are 600 metres away. The largest hypermarket on the island, bank, pharmacy, and other shops are only 1Km away. 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. Internet This property has a broadband internet connection with Wi-Fi points on all floors, free for guest's use. We are happy to send you an internet speedtest if you are coming for work and require high speed broadband. Contracted speed (Mbps): 200 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 300€ is required by credit card prior to check-in. 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 23076/AL Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed PLEASE TELEPHONE OURMADEIRA ON 00351 962 721 669 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 dual carriageway in the direction of Funchal (road known as the Via Rápida). Leave the Via Rápida at exit number 9 to Cam. do Pilar/P. de Barcelos Turn right up the hill and when you reach the roundabout take the first exit. This road is called Estrada Comandante Camacho de Freitas. Take the second turning on your right into Rua Encosta Pico dos Barcelos. Drive to the end of the road and Vila Luz is last but one house on your left, number 21    VILLA ADDRESSVilla LuzRua Encosta do Pico dos Barcelos, 219020-413 FunchalMadeira GPS COORDINATES32.65757684470264,-16.939164984232775 ____________________________________________________________________________ FOR THOSE HIRING A CAR IF YOU HAVE RESERVED A CAR THROUGH USAs you have reserved your car hire through us, a representative of the car hire company will be waiting for you at the airport.Outside the arrival's hall, you will see a meeting point, please look for the car hire representative carrying a board displaying their name ATLANTIC RENT A CAR. You will be taken to collect the car, sign the documents and pay the rental value. If you do not see them immediately please allow 10 minutes (especially if your flight has arrived ahead of schedule), as the representative may well be transporting another customer. This is a quick process and does not involve wasting time queuing at the car hire desks.FOR THOSE HAVING TRANSFERS IF YOU HAVE RESERVED AIRPORT TRANSFERS THROUGH USA representative of the minibus company will be waiting for you at the airport. Outside the arrival's hall, you will see a meeting point, please look for the transfers representative carrying a board displaying your name on it. The contact numbers are Marco +351 919 594 505 or office +351 291 602 340