Pool Cottage

Stylish 1 bedroom apartment with comfortable decoration by the sea in the old town of Funchal (capital city of Madeira). Large terrace facing funchal port with stunning seaviews you can watch the ships arrive in the harbour. Private barbecue and relaxing space outside. Swimming pool shared with only 1 other apartment surrounded by tropical plants and banana trees.

BEDROOM- Bedroom with 2 twin beds (can be made as a double bed) French windows and lots of light and space. Wardrobe & drawers. Air conditioning / heating & internet.

KITCHEN- Fully equipped kitchenette with fridge/freezer, 4 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. Air Conditioning /heating.

BATHROOM- Bathroom with bathtub. Amenities provided.

INTERNET- Free and fast, throughout the house.

OUTSIDE- Terrace with dining area, sun chairs & Sofa. 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 (Painters Cottage above) 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 wooden shutters and furniture which is handmade on the island. Artwork is also by local artists.

If you rent Pool Cottage & Painters Cottage you get a private pool for 2-4 guests.

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.  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 10 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.