INDOOR / OUTDOOR LIVING....:
This villa is ideal for indoor/outdoor living and you can enjoy eating meals outside during most of the year, except perhaps Jan-Mar. The winter sunsets over the ocean are a perfect evening backdrop! The large paved terrace extends along the length of the house and around the pool which measures 12 x 4 metres. The pool is heated by solar panels backed up by an electric heater.
PLEASE NOTE: during the summer months the water temperature should remain at a minimum of 25ºC and during the winter months it should remain at 22ºC or more.
Adjacent is a shower room and a BBQ shack, conveniently close to the kitchen, with gas BBQ, a 2-burner gas hob and sink unit. Plenty of garden furniture is provided, including a dining table and chairs for 6, basket chairs and 4 sun loungers. Stone steps lead to the pretty, well-stocked garden at the upper level behind the house which can also be accessed from the passage outside the bedrooms on the second floor, through sliding glass doors.
ENTERTAINMENT / LOCAL AMENITIES....:
Plenty of satellite TV with free com service available (please note that reception can occasionally be poor in bad weather):
- Lounge and kitchen have large screens with reception of UK and Portuguese channels and UK radio channels
- One of the guest bedrooms has a small TV with free com service
In addition there is a DVD/C player in the lounge and a CD player in the office area. Selection of books, games, playing cards. Wireless broadband access for use with your own laptop will be installed by Christmas 2008.
Funchal - 45 minutes by car.
Local minimart, veg shop and post office 2 minutes' walk, nearest supermarket Calheta 5 minutes by car
Local café/bar 2 minutes walk. Choice of restaurants 5 minutes by car.
see more above under 'location'....
SUITABILITY...:
Ideal for those looking for a stylish property in a stunning location with exceptional views - perfect to enjoy a relaxing holiday. Because of the pool and high quality of furnishings the owners regret that children under 12 years are not accepted. Sorry, no smoking or pets. Unsuitable for those with limited mobility. Car hire necessary. Neighbours Judith and Tony (owners of Island Homes Lda) are on hand to help with any queries.
Other Activities:
Calheta Marina houses several superb deep sea fishing boats - ask for details on day or half-day charters
