Painters Cottage

AL/25715

Swimming pool is only shared by both cottages so the atmosphere is private and tropical, different areas with deck chairs, parasols and sub-tropical plants surrounding pool. Near Funchal city centre (historic old quarter) and sea within walking distance (10min walking). Bus stop 15m of front door. Decoration is modern and comfortable, with quality white cotton bedlinen and towels provided, full of light.

BEDROOM- Bedroom with double bed 170x200 with high woodden ceilings filled with natural light. En-suite bathroom.

KITCHEN- Fully equipped kitchenette with fridge/freezer, 2 hobs, microwave/grill, coffee machine, kettle, and all cutlery/plates/pans etc needed for a short or long stay. Outside coal barbecue to cook on all year.

LIVING ROOM- Full length windows filled with natural light. Fast internet, TV with lots of international channels (English, German, French etc), DVD. Comfortable sofa and recently refurbished decoration.

BATHROOM- Charming bathroom with bathtub and windows with seaview.

INTERNET- Free and fast, throughout the house.

OUTSIDE- Private terrace with dining area, sun chairs & hammock. Great seaviews of Funchal harbour. Weber barbecue to cook your catch from the market down the road.

SWIMMING POOL- The pool is only shared with one other apartment (Pool Cottage) and it is open all year. With banana tees and a herb garden its the perfect oasis in the heart of the old town of Funchal. Pool is 7.5m x 3,5 m and is 140 deep (heated naturally by the sun).

PARKING- Available outside on the street free of charge.

Walk to all the main attractions and old town restaurants, cafes and beach. Nearby bus stop for longer trips around the island or for mountain walks and garden visits.

We give you local tips and try to make your holiday special and authentic. The house was fully restored and is kept in beautiful condition by local artisans who repair the woodden shutters and wicker furnture which is handmade on the island. Artwork is also by local artists.

Walks, Swimming & visiting gardens: The cottage is the ideal base to explore the beautiful island of Madeira, its strategic location in the heart of Funchal means it is just by the seaside were you can swim, water ski, scuba dive, sail and much more. The 2 golf courses are very near, Palheiro Golf is just 10min away and Santo da Serra Golf is just 20min away. Madeira is a walkers paradise and from here you can reach the mountains and discover the Levada trails. A bus stop is just 10 metres below the house, and the main road to the airport is very easy to catch.

We have 9 other fabulous seafront holiday rentals properties in the Old Town of Funchal, see our website for information on 1, 2 and 3 bedroom dream villas: www.funchalcottages.co.uk

Experience you can trust: Our cottages have been run as self catering apartments since 2006, we have excellent feedback from guests who are now good friends and return each year. We can organize your airport transfer if you like.

Levada walks, golf and swimming nearby:  A bus stop is nearby, and the main road to the airport is very easy to catch. Local café and corner shop is a couple of meters down the road.