Title: Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals Apartment in Santa Cruz with kitchenette ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103449000/103448932/d22c3255.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103449000/103448932/w1001h683x0y0-19474b66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103449000/103448932/540d50a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103449000/103448932/1ed238b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103450000/103449000/103448932/50193cc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals Apartment in Santa Cruz with kitchenette This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities. The apartment provides a kitchenette with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a dining area, and other amenities include free WiFi and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower. This Santa Cruz apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Motor boating nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82864700/82864662/6f340721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FLH Amazing Ocean View with Balcony Gaula - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Microwave 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=82864662&PinnedHotelID=82864662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112080000/112076600/112076507/fd592818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa do Santo by Madeira Sun Travel Sto António da Serra - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 25714/AL If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Santa Cruz, this apartment is by the sea. CR7 Museum and Jardins do Palheiro are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Funchal Farmers Market and Avenida do Mar. Madeira Botanical Garden and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx1225) [View more Apartments in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Apartments.d1225-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.64149%2C-16.85774&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q3-QFQGtcxxJ1K3U1U3352q06BE=) Caniço, Madeira ### What's nearby - Palheiro Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Madeira Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles - Funchal Farmers Market - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles - Town Square - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - CR7 Museum - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles ### Getting around - Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Grill Traineira Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪O Picadinho - ‬5 min drive - ‪Frango da Guiia 2 - ‬11 min walk - ‪Tasco D’António - ‬13 min walk - ‪Bar Cristo Rei do Garajau - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Villa Sophia - Azul by Alma Holiday Rentals located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Garajau Cable Car and Cristo Rei. Road of Christ the King and Palheiro Golfe are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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