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 Refurbished to an extremely high level to include air conditioning, under-floor heating and a heated pool, this traditional Madeira house is set in an elevated position with panoramic views of Funchal and ocean. Being located on the road to Monte, which is only a couple of kilometres away, you can watch the famous Madeira wickerwork toboggans going down the hill nearby! Conveniently all on one level, the contemporary open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen lead via a naturally lit corridor to the three bedrooms, all of which feature air conditioning and under-floor heating, cable TV and benefit from the views to the ocean. The master bedroom has an en suite shower-room and the other bedrooms share the family shower-room. The whole frontage is the south facing solarium where you will find the heated infinity pool and sun-beds and the covered built-in barbecue and outdoor dining table, which overlook the wide garden below. Being only 500 metres below the leafy village of Monte, Vila da Portada is perfectly located to combine a holiday in Funchal with being close to nature and walking in Madeira. With everything you might hope for in a holiday rental, vllas in Madeira do not come more appealing than this! BBedrooms and Bathrooms Bedroom 1, ground floor, super-king size double bed, en-suite shower room, TV, A/C and under-floor heating, sea-views Bedroom 2, ground floor, king size double bed, TV, A/C and under-floor heating, French doors to pool deck, sea-views Bedroom 3, floor, two single beds, TV, A/C and under-floor heating, dressing area, sea-views Bathroom 1, ground floor, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet, heated towel rail, hairdryer Bathroom 2, floor, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet, heated towel rail, hairdryer Bathroom 3, By the pool, washbasin, toilet Kitchen Fully equipped kitchen. 4-ring induction electric cooker, built-in electric oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, hand held liquidizer. Lounge/Dining Sitting area, seating for 6, with flat screen cable TV, DVD, Bluetooth speaker, PlayStation 4 (no games are provided, please bnring your own). Dining table for 6. Air conditioning and heating, picture windows opening to pool solarium. Barbecue Covered barbecue area with built-in barbecue, single gas ring, sink and worktop. Outdoor dining table for 6. Swimming pool Surrounding solarium with panoramic sea-view and sun beds. Covered area with a retractable sunshade. Type: Rectangular Length: 7m, Width: 3m Depth: from 1m to 1,60m Swimming pool heating: Heating is optional and costs, 120€ per week for 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival. A supplement of 30€ 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 after arrival at the villa, the minimum charge applicable is one week, which is payable from the time the heating is turned on. Nearby A café restaurant can be found 300 metres from Vila da Portada. On the lower Estrada do Livramento, 650m away is a small supermarket and a bakery/café 800m away. Funchal centre and harbour is 3km (20 minutes walk downhill to Funchal centre) and there is a regular bus service and the bus stop is just a few metres from the house. 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. Other Laundry with washing machine and clothes dryer, iron and ironing board. There is secure parking facilities for up to 2 cars. Although not essential, as in most villas, a hire car is recommended. An electric car charger is available for guests' use. There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the living area 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. A security deposit of 300€ is required by credit card prior to check-in. 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. 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 41649/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: Take the Via Rápida (motorway) from the airport in the direction of Funchal. As you approach Exit 11 (“S. Roque Monte”), keep to the right lane and slow down. Leave the Via rapida at exit 11, signposted “S. Roque and Monte”. Follow the slip road round, turning first right, then at the T-junction turn left signposted “Monte”. Continue for 1,4Km until you reach the roundabout and take first right, signposted “Monte S. Roque”. Drive up the hill and onwards for approximately 1,2Km until you reach a wide crossroad. Turn left uphill, signposted Monte Farmácia Continue for 1,8Km and as you reach a wide bend to the left (below the pink Hospital), turn right, signposted “Sanatórios Babosas”. Continue on this bendy road for 400m, passing a small bridge. Slow down, as you will be nearing your destination. A little further along and you come to a small downhill straight. 2/3 of the way along the small straight, you will come across the grey metal gate of Vila da Portada (no 17) on your left.   VILLA ADDRESSVila da PortadaCaminho da Portada de Santo António, 179050-294 FunchalMadeira GPS COORDINATES32.66959036834341,-16.905767619609833 ____________________________________________________________________________ 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