No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Lovely recent furnished apartment in Garajau , with sea views. Peaceful location, 20 minutes walk to Garajau Natural Reserve, sleeps 4/6 (2 bedrooms).
Veranda with garden furniture with views of the sea.
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/72328
The Madeira region
Here in the Atlantic Ocean, not too far from the centre of Europe, we find the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo. The archipelago is famous for its friendly people, exceptional natural beauty and mild climate. Madeira Islands are just a short trip from Europe, to a destination where you can combine holidays on the beach, in the mountains or in the city. Madeira and Porto Santo are the ideal places to relax and restore the balance of mind and body that you need to face the stress of daily life.
Madeira (Wood) is a beautiful verdant island. It is Portugal's "Jewel in the Atlantic". The island is a haven for anyone who enjoys walking, whether your taste runs to gentle strolls or hard core hiking. Madeira’s system of irrigation channels, known as levadas, carry water down from the mountains on gentle gradients. These levadas provide a ready-made system of trails. There are 1300 miles of them, crisscrossing the island, and they have level footpaths running along their entire length. Walkers of all ages and abilities can take in some of the finest countryside, surrounded by colourful foliage and spectacular views.
Madeira’s greatest attraction has to be the subtropical climate, sometimes known as “the island of eternal spring”. Even in winter the temperature rarely falls below 17C, and rarely exceeds 23C in high summer.Garajau has an excellent bus service to and from Funchal as well as to the next viallage Canico and its costal resort of Canico de Baixo.
The landscape is covered in a green mantle of rich subtropical foliage. The variety and profusion of flowers makes the island a permanent flower show. Birds of Paradise, with their bright orange beak-like flowers, blossom in open fields. Fragrant hydrangeas line walking paths (levadas) that skirt the edge of mountain terraces. Because of it´s privileged geographical position and mountainous relief, has a surprisingly mild climate.
Garajau area
Located on the sunny, dry, southern coast of Madeira, Garajau is situated, midway between the airport, and the capital, Funchal. Taxi journey time to both is just 12 minutes. Garajau has long been known to be one of Madeira’s high class residential areas and is named after the black-headed sea birds, terns, which nest in the cliffs.
Just below the town is a 200m high headland with a fine "miradouro" - a statue of Christ with outstretched arms, similar to the larger statues in Rio de Janeiro or Lisbon. This is a wonderful spot to watch the sun go down and it has great views west to the Bay of Funchal. The coastline here at Garajau is also a conservation area, and was one of Europe’s first underwater nature reserves, providing sanctuary for whales, dolphins and seals. The sea shore has now been updated and opened up with a new cable car to take visitors down onto the beach and a beachfront restaurant.
Garajau is also ideal as a location to start the many levada walks in Madeira. Both Golf courses are within easy reach and the coastal area of Caniço de Baixo boasts three world renowned diving schools. Garajau’s high street combines the Hotel Dom Pedro Garajau on one side of the road and a multitude of shops, bakeries, coffee shop, ice cream parlous and a few patisseries, and a medium sized well stocked mini-markets with ATM outside, several restaurants, bars and apartments on the other. Our apartment is not in this area. It is right on the shore next to Reis Magos beach.
How to get there
You will need to arrange and book your own flights. Charter Flights are available from Bristol, Birmingham, Exeter, Glasgow, Gatwick, Manchester, Luton, Newcastle. Average flight time 3 hrs 30 minutes. British Airways [www.ba.com] fly daily from Gatwick and the Portugeuse airline TAP [www.flytap.com] fly Thursdays and Sundays from Heathrow and daily from Gatwick. Easyjet now fly daily from Standsead and three times per week from Bristol. Flights on charter airlines can be booked via the web or any travel agency. We tend to use Airflights on the web. http://www.airflights.co.uk
Transfer to and from the airport is arranged by us. Once you have cleared customs & collected your luggage, you will be met by your driver in the arrivals hall. Payment can be made direct to the driver. The charge is €20.00 each way.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Funchal Airport
Ferry:
Funchal
Activities near Garajau
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Cleaning and inen change provided at the end of each complete week for stays of no less than 2 weeks
We also leave a welcome pack of the basics.(Tea, coffee,sugar, milk, butter and dry toast)
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Prices for group size 4
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8 Jul 09
1 Jan 10
475£432
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1 Jan 10
1 Jul 10
395£359
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1 Jul 10
1 Sep 10
450£409
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1 Sep 10
22 Dec 10
395£359
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22 Dec 10
4 Jan 11
495£450
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42
Prices for group size 2
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8 Jul 09
1 Jan 10
375£341
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1 Jan 10
1 Jul 10
325£295
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1 Jul 10
1 Sep 10
375£341
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1 Sep 10
22 Dec 10
325£295
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22 Dec 10
4 Jan 11
395£359
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42
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
A 25% deposit is required in order to secure the booking, the remaining amount needs to be settled, when possible, at least 4 weeks prior to the arrival date.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 72328
Name:
Cecilia Lewington
Company:
Ays-Madeira Property Management Lda
Mobile:
+351 916 489380
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