If you long for a quiet retreat in a quaint cottage by the sea, your search is over – this home will tick every one of your holiday boxes and more. Nestled in São Jorge on the northern coast of Madeira, this is seclusion at its finest. Mere metres away from the beach, your home looks out over the Atlantic with a mountainous backdrop.

Step inside, and the open-plan space ushers natural light in from every angle. Small in size but still packing a significant punch, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable stay. We love the terrace area – how could you ever tire of that view? Many happy hours will be spent here, tucked up on the sofa, the barbecue sizzling away in the background and the smell of the food mixing with the unmistakable scent of the ocean that wraps itself around you. As you listen to the sound of the waves lapping against the shore, pour yourself a glass of wine and simply enjoy the moment with your loved ones. They say time flies when you’re having fun – before you know it, the sun will have dropped below the ocean and a blanket of stars will have opened out above you. Weary from the fresh sea air and the pure bliss of a day doing nothing, you can head to bed with wonderful memories and the promise of more to come.

Home truths:
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay – there's parking outside the cottage
*Access is via steep, winding roads due to the home's isolated location – the nearest main road is a ten to fifteen minute drive away
*Your host can provide a cot, high chair and baby bath for free upon request
*There is no mobile phone signal here and the wi-fi can be temperamental, so it is not really suitable for remote working
*Located in a secluded area by the sea, the sun is blocked by the cliffs on the north slope between 15th October and 15th February
*The closest supermarket is around twenty-five minutes away by car