Reviews of Property: Summary of Apartment 1A 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3

Description Apartment, 70 m²,
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3, 1 Bathroom
Facilities mountain, near the sea, garden, balcony, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property
Set rates in Euros
€290 - €370/week 
GBP Conversion - Estimated
£261 - £333/week 
Brian Meldrum
+351 291-827817
+351 918-407354
Speaks: English

6 Reviews of Property 50288 in Calheta, Portugal

Rating
5 out of 5

A perfect holiday

Linda and Steve West Midlands, UK
Review Submitted: August 11, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2007
Casa Serena perches half way up a mountain and the views from the balcony are spectacular. The accomodation is spacious and very well equipped and the photos, if anything, don't do the apartment full justice, it really was first rate. Brian and Catherine are wonderful hosts making themselves available for information whenever required or leaving you to your own exploration of Madeira as you wish. We loved the range of options available from sightseeing and beaches through to 'Lavada walking' through the lush countyside or around the rugged hillsides, but it was always great to return to Casa Serena for the friendly welcome and to relax on that balcony.

We booked our holiday from this website and then dealt with Brian direct who made the whole process very straightforward. We will definitely return and can think of no better recommendation than that. Thank you Brian, Catherine and Madeira for a memorable holiday.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Linda & Steve, your comments are very much appreciated, you arrive as strangers and departed as friends, this gives us great satisfaction.
We want to create a home from home atmosphere a place to return to at the end of the day where you can relax and marvel at the sea and mountain views from your apartment
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/6
Rating
5 out of 5

Our wonderful 'Casa Serena' holiday (Sept 08)

Pam & Ray Warwickshire. UK
Review Submitted: September 30, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
Our first visit to Madeira couldn't have been nicer. The location, apartment and view were all that one could wish for, posing the difficult decision as to whether to remain on the balcony all day with the customary 'red' or 'white', or to risk a tan on Calheta's superb beach.
The weather was excellent during the two weeks and nothing was too much trouble for Catherine and Brian when any help or advice was required; the perfect hosts. Thanks again for everything.

Pam & Ray
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Pam & Ray, It was our pleasure to welcome you to Casa Serena and Madeira for the first time, sorry to hear you had to make some difficult decisions between the golden sand beach in Calheta or enjoying a glass of wine on the balcony .
Casa Serena is located close to the beach, also close to some superb walks
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/5
Rating
5 out of 5

Marvellous Madeira

Lyn and Steve Nottinghamshire
Review Submitted: September 3, 2008 Date of Stay: January 2008
The apartment was by far the best, most spacious, clean and well equiped apartments we have every stayed in. The views from the balcony are fabulous.
Brian and Catherine are the perfect hosts very warm and friendly. Two weeks of sun in the middle of January. it was just what we were looking for,We hope to return for more of the same very soon.
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Lyne & Steve for your review , it was our pleasure having you stay at Casa Serena, and we are glad you found the perfect location
Because Casa Serena is only 220m above sea level it enjoys the best of the warm winter sun ,access to the apartments is very easy no steps, entrance off a good but quite road this is a real bonus for Madeira with its steep, narrow, winding roads
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/7
Rating
5 out of 5

Our winter sun holiday the month of February 2008

Stan and Lennie Stowmarket Suffolk U.K.
Review Submitted: August 13, 2008 Date of Stay: February 2008
We had many holidays in Madeira in the 80's and knowing there had been many changes in recent years we sought a holiday in the old Madeira style. In the Calhetta region we found it; quiet and peaceful with beautiful scenery. Our most fortunate find of all were Brian,Catherine and the Serena Apartments. They were the most supportive of hosts presiding over excellent accommodation making us relaxed and at home from the start. We have to mention the balcony and its views. On many days we would remain home,sitting on the balcony,enjoying the beautiful outlook and soaking up the winter sun. many thanks Brian and Catherine we intend to spend time with you again in the near future. Lennie and Stan
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, People with Disabilities
Owner's Response: Many Thanks Stan & Lennie, for spending your winter break at Casa Serena, you welcome back anytime, because the balconies are south facing and Casa Serena is only 220m above sea level it enjoys the warm winter sun all day long
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/6
Rating
5 out of 5

Views staight out into the Atlantic.

Alan & Ann Somerset
Review Submitted: August 12, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2007
Last years stay was our second stay with Brian & Catherine and it wont be our last. The location is spectacular if you dont mind heights. The accommodation is of high quality and the owners we think now of as good friends. You need a car to move about. The resort has all you need for a pleasent stay including a good man made beach. The main town Funchal is about half hour away by road where there are endless shops and bars. We intend to return again next year to reaquaint our selves with this lovely location and perhaps look for a property for our retirement.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you Alan & Ann for the fond memories. You arrived at Casa Serena when we newly started this venture. It was our pleasure to welcome you back for a second time last year, the place where you can completely unwind
The location of Casa Serena makes it the perfect holiday place both summer and winter
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/7
Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook50288 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
Absolutely fantastic, you have been so very kind and helpful, will go home with lovely memories of Madeira, Paula Clark England.
We have been absolutely spoilt, thank you so much Best Wishes Kay Page England. Perfect, perfect, perfect we enjoyed our holidays in Arco Da Calheta, the view from the house is very pleasant Matos Family France. Lovely apartment to return to after a days walking Helen & Kevin Woodward. Wonderful apartment, wonderful view, wonderful hosts Pete Clarkson USA. We really loved the apartment and the view was fantastic Carol & Brian Christie Scotland. Excellent, well appointed apartment, kind and helpful host and stunning views Mike & Sandy Lambert England.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/9