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Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden

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Sun-loungers
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Loreto, Calheta
  • Popular LocationCasa das Mudas Arts Center8 min drive
  • Popular Location25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco23 min drive
  • Popular LocationPonta Do Sol Beach31 min drive
  • AirportFunchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)44 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden

Checked and approved by MADEIRA - TOURISMO
'Casa Escola Velha' was, as the name suggests, the old school house in the small town of Loreto.
Loreto is famous for its many regional festivals with flower-covered streets and the 'Espedata' meat skewers grilled over an open fire, a specialty of Madeira Island.

The building, formerly the schoolhouse of Loreto, was adapted as a holiday home and renovated with great attention to detail.
This made it possible to reconcile the special flair of the old stone house with a modern design and modern technology.

The stone construction creates a special indoor climate inside the house
pleasantly cool in summer and warm in winter.

Particular attention was paid to a high level of living comfort and functional furnishings.
Whether a week or two months, a stay at 'Casa Escola Velha' will be a feel-good vacation!

Should an evening be cooler in the winter months, the house naturally has an electric heater!

On the ground floor, a well-equipped kitchen with gas / electric cooker, fridge / freezer, microwave / grill, coffee machine, toaster, kettle and dishwasher.

In the living room a cozy seating area, a comfortable sofa with reading corner, international cable TV, German programs via satellite. DVD player and free unlimited internet access via W-LAN.

A staircase leads from the living room to the 1st Floor, here you will find a lovingly furnished bedroom with a double bed and a view of the endless Atlantic.
A dressing table and enough space for your wardrobe are a matter of course.

Furthermore, on the first floor there is a spacious bathroom with a bathtub, an extra shower, washing machine, drying rack and towel dryer.

From the bedroom there are also 2 stairs down to the garden, which is protected by Solandra and Buganvilla.
In the garden itself, Rien relic, palm trees, protea, lots of flowers, bananas and cacti as well as an herb bed with fresh seasonal herbs.

A well-equipped barbecue, garden furniture, parasol and sun loungers are a matter of course.
A private parking space for 2 cars is located directly behind the house.

The house is in a quiet location, just a 1-minute walk from the town center with a bar, cafe, pizzeria / Italian restaurant, mini market / bakery, bank and taxi rank. Depending on the catch, fresh fish is offered in the morning by the local fishermen. Only about 7 minutes drive away is the main town of Calheta with 'Calheta Beach' the most beautiful sandy beach on the island, a supermarket, restaurants, fish restaurants and a harbor promenade with bars, shops and the possibility of boat tours with whale watching along the fascinating south coast of Madeira.
Also worth seeing, the Casa das Mudas Museum, with great architecture and art exhibitions, like the old rum factory, once a year an island-typical Aquardente is made from sugar cane from the area

'Casa Escola Velha' is also ideal for hiking tours, the next Levada hiking trail crosses the road to the Paul da Serra plateau approx. 1 km above the house and can also be reached on foot in a short time. The plateau itself is the starting point for countless hikes by car in about 10 minutes. The road continues via Fanal and Ribeira da Janela through laurel forests to Porto Moniz, the northwesternmost point of Madeira. From here continue along the old road to the lighthouse of Ponta Pargo, the westernmost point. From here, a new expressway leads along the towns of Faja da Ovelha and Prazeres back to Calheta.

Property manager

Alexander Koebrunner

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 753 sq ft (70 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 24434/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

'casa Velha Escola' Comfortable Flair Wireless Internet Sat. TV

About the area

Calheta

Located in Calheta, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church of Our Lady of Light and Eglise de Faja da Ovelha are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurisilva of Madeira and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Lava Pools and Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Casa das Mudas Arts Center - 8 min drive
  • 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco - 23 min drive
  • Ponta Do Sol Beach - 31 min drive
  • Paul do Mar Beach - 38 min drive
  • Seixal Beach - 72 min drive

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Manifattura Di Gelato - 6 min drive
  • Bar - Calheta Beach Hotel - 6 min drive
  • Bar da Praia - 7 min drive
  • A Pedreira - 8 min drive
  • Fly Bar - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Casa das Mudas Arts Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Laurisilva of Madeira and Church of Our Lady of Light. Beachside Square and Ponta Do Sol Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice place to stay
It's a clean house with a nice garden area out back to sit in and an ocean view. Clean, overall a nice place.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Perfect place to rest
House is in an ideal location with plenty of local, friendly bars in the village. It has everything you should need and is an ideal base for visiting the island, and then returning to for a relaxing bbq. Communication with the owner was excellent and the directions goven from the airport were spot on. Thanks Alexander
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Alistair M., Lambourn

Very good
The house is very nice, and well located close to some shops for everyday needs. However it is not easy to get there by car. More detailed directions would have made things easier when we first arrived. We did not understand the television arrangements and the instructions in English were not the same as the ones in German, and we gave up on the TV. The wireless network worked well. The instructions in English about paying for the networking were misleading and out of date. The good news is that you do not have to pay for it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

tolles Haus mit Flair - können wir nur bestätigen!
Die Beschreibung stimmt rundherum. Die Lage war perfekt, die Atmosphäre erst recht. Ein gemütliches Haus, das alles zu bieten hat, was man im Urlaub braucht - inkl. sehr netter Betreuung, wenn von Nöten. Auch die Abwicklung hätten wir uns einfacher nicht vorstellen können. Unser Fazit: jederzeit wieder!

10/10 Excellent

Barbara I., Wetzikon

Liked: Cleanliness
Hübsches Häuschen
Wir verbrachten 3 tolle Wochen im Häuschen. Kommunikation mit Rose war super, als der Liegestuhl kaputt ging, sorgte sie sofort für Ersatz. Leider wird im Moment unterhalb gebaut und die Aussicht leidet etwas darunter. Ein Sonnenschirm wäre noch toll, so suchten wir den Schatten unter der Palme. Leider haben wir nicht gesehen, dass es keinen Backofen hat und bei 3 Wochen Aufenthalt war das etwas schade. Die Pizzeria in der Nähe bietet im Moment keine Pizza an. Aber sonst hat das Haus alles, was gebraucht wird um einen angenehmen Aufenthalt zu erleben. Wir können es nur empfehlen!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Ferienhaus mit tollem Meerblick und gemütlichem Garten
Wir hatten ein paar sehr schöne Tage auf Madeira und haben unseren Aufenthalt und die Zeit sehr genossen. Das Ferienhaus ist sehr ruhig gelegen. Fußläufig sind Supermärkte und eine sehr gute Pizzeria gelegen.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kai Uwe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
schönes Zuhause
Prima eingerichtetes Objekt mit einer excellenten Betreuung vor Ort. Rose hat uns auch bei einem medizinischem Problem zeitnah und hilfreich unterstützt.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Entspannter Urlaub
Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit im alten Schulhaus und Umgebung. Das Haus ist offen und großzügig gestaltet und ist perfekt für zwei Personen geeignet. Das große Badezimmer bietet viel Komfort und die große Dusche ist wirklich praktisch. Die Küchenausstattung war sehr gut und auch ansonsten hat es uns an nichts gefehlt. Besonders gefallen hat uns der Glasanbau, in dem wir morgens zum Frühstücken und abends nach anstrengenden Wanderungen gemütlich und geschützt sitzen konnten. Man hat von dort einen schönen Blick auf den Garten. Durch den Anbau ist es schön hell. Der Kontakt mit Vermieter und Rose war unkompliziert. Einziger Wermutstropfen: Das Bett macht knarrende Geräusche beim Umdrehen.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Markus H.

Urlaub in einem typischen Dörfchen
Wir waren zu zweit im Sommer 2018 in Loreto und haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt. Man lebt in einem gewachsenen Dorf, grüßt sich nach ein paar Tagen mit den Nachbarn und ist einfach mittendrin. Der Garten war (entgegen den Fotos) schön zugewachsen, so dass man auch ungestörte Stunden auf den Sonnenliegen zubringen konnte. Für Unternehmungen auf der Westhälfte von Madeira liegt das Häuschen extrem günstig, nach Rabacal beispielsweise braucht man mit dem Auto nur etwa 15-20 min. Auch die Hauptstadt ist gut zu erreichen. Lediglich die Osthälfte Madeiras setzt längere Fahrtzeiten voraus, so dass wir hier nur einmal waren. Ein Mietwagen sollte man besser haben, wir sind einmal zum Strand gegangen, das war dann aber eher eine ausgewachsene Wanderung, Loreto liegt so ca. 400 m höher als das Meer. Der direkte Ausstieg führt durch aufgegebene Hanggärten und ist spektakulär (man sollte aber ein bisschen schwindelfrei und trittsicher sein). Loreto biete einem alles für den täglichen Bedarf (samt Poncha-Bar), hat aber nur ein Restaurant. Es gibt aber weitere in den Nachbarorten. Wir würden empfehlen, nur einen kleinen Mietwagen zu nehmen (wir hatten einen Panda), dann fällt das Einparken am Haus leicht. Insgesamt erinnern wir uns gerne an den Aufenthalt und werden, wenn wir wieder mal auf Madeira sind, das Haus gerne wieder besuchen. Hatten wir schon erwähnt, dass Madeira einfach wunderschön ist?
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Schönes Haus mit netter Aufteilung und kleinem Garten ganz für uns alleine
Unten Wohnen und Küche, oben Schlafen und Bad. Diese Raumaufteilung hat uns sehr gut gefallen hat. (Bad schön groß!!!) Das W-Lan funktioniert einwandfrei, auch noch im Garten. Ein Auto (Mietwagen) ist ein absolutes Muss. Der Parkplatz liegt im Hang (sehr steil) und es muss rückwärts eingeparkt werden. (nicht ganz einfach) Von Arco de Calheta sind viele Wanderwege und interessante Orte mit dem Auto schnell erreichbar. Für kühle Abende (wir hatten im Mai 2018 einige davon) kann man eine Elektro-Heizung anstellen. Wenn das Wetter es zuließ, konnte man sich nach den Wanderungen im Garten des Ferienhauses noch mal auszuruhen.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

General property information

Location
Loreto
Structure Type
Private vacation home
Number of Bathrooms
1
Number of Bedrooms
1