Self-catering holiday homes: Ponta do Sol apartment

Make a holiday rental home or self catering villa in Ponta do Sol, Madeira, Portugal your home away from home

Ponta do Sol (‘Sun Point’), is the sunniest point in Madeira, located on the western shores of the island. The village stands on either side of a steep ravine, and the stunning landscapes that back onto the village and the gleaming white pebble beach that stretches out in front make Ponta do Sol an absolute delight to visit, and you will never tire of the relaxed atmosphere and glorious sunshine that Ponta do Sol is famed for. The village is wonderfully relaxed, far from the tourist traps of Funchal, and still absolutely Madeira at heart.

Things to do in Ponta do Sol, Madeira, Portugal

Boating the longest hours of sunshine on the island, a Ponta do Sol villa is a sun worshiper’s dream. The beach is a beautiful spot to sit in the sun, and the bathing conditions in the sea are fantastic. The beach consists of smooth, white pebbles, but for those looking to stretch out on some of the fine golden sands that Madeira is known for, Calheta is only a short drive, and the larger beaches of Anjos, Lugar de Baixo and Madalena do Mar are very easily reached from Ponta do Sol accommodation. Many water sports are available, with scuba diving, wind surfing and fishing being among the most popular.

However, it is the sheer charm of the village that attracts visitors to self catering Ponta do Sol holiday homes. With no large hotels, there are only discerning holiday makers visiting the village, and the welcome is always warm. The café culture is a joy, and pavement cafes seem full from dawn till dusk, with people happily soaking up the sun.

A holiday rental in Ponta do Sol is a magnificent base for walking holidays too. Many of the famous ‘levada walks’ that cover the island, opening up the rural heart to visitors, pass directly through the Ponta do Sol countryside, some of which even pass directly though the village itself.

Places to visit on holiday in Ponta do Sol, Madeira, Portugal

Madeira’s capital, Funchal, is just half an hour from a Ponta do Sol villa, and although it will seem like a tourist trap once you are used to the wonderfully relaxed, authentic atmosphere of Ponta do Sol, there are some wonderful places to uncover in Funchal. Funchal is a beautiful city, and simply sitting in a café and looking out at the natural landscape behind is reward enough in itself for visiting. If you are in Funchal, there are a huge range of galleries, museums and markets to explore, providing a wonderful insight into the lifestyles and history of the island.

Weather in Ponta do Sol, Madeira, Portugal

Ponta do Sol is blessed with a phenomenal climate. With 11 hours of sun per day during the summer months, the beaches become a magnificent asset, especially as daily temperatures peak at around 35˚C most days from the end of June until the beginning of September. Even the middle of winter sees temperatures rarely less than 15˚C during daylight hours.

Cheap flights to Ponta do Sol, Madeira, Portugal

A holiday rental property in Ponta do Sol is just a 45 minute drive from the airport, Funchal’s Santa Catarina Airport (FNC). It is remarkable easy to reach Madeira from the UK, with EasyJet, Aer Lingus, First Choice Airlines, Thomas Cook, ThomsonFly and XL Airways all providing a range of cheap flights from airports throughout the UK.

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