Fado in Funchal

Holiday Rental Description

Known for its year-long climate, traditional architecture, and sparkling harbour, Funchal is the warm heart of Portugal's Madeira archipelago. What's the best way to discover the capital's charming cobblestone streets? Staying at this stylish, light-filled apartment will have you perfectly placed for taking in the delights of the surrounding area. Bright and roomy, the living space is a calming presence, benefitting from oak wood flooring, whitewashed walls and neutral tones that will have you feeling rested from days wandering around below. Move seamlessly between the bedroom and lounge, with sleek sliding doors that create a sociable, open interior. Back outside, you'll find a surplus of glorious restaurants, old-fashioned wine cellars and classy cafés offering pastel de natas and other local delicacies nearby – for a true taste of authenticity, the famous farmer's market (Mercado dos Lavradores) is less than ten minutes away. And if you're looking to hop aboard a boat, you can be at the blissful harbour-side in seven minutes.

Home truths:
*At maximum capacity, one person will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room
*There is a weekly cleaning service with a fresh change of bed linens and towels included in your stay – extra cleaning services are available on request
*If you're travelling by plane, there's an aerobus stop within a five-minute walk of this home
*Your host can provide a crib, high chair and baby bathtub if needed
*There is a lift in the building that will take you up to the apartment floor