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Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool

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Modern private villa-8 people-heated infinity like pool-Beautiful ocean view
Pool
Terrace/patio
Games room
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8362 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Arco Da Calheta, Madeira
  • Place, Laurisilva of Madeira
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Casa das Mudas Arts Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ponta Do Sol Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outside Pool Area

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool

Modern spacious villa with spectacular panoramic ocean views with heated infinity-like pool in a quiet area 500 meters above sea level. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8.

Villa Acacia is a luxury 4 bedroom holiday villa completed in 2016. Located on the edge of the peaceful village of Loreto, 1679 ft/500m above sea level, it commands awe-inspiring, panoramic sea views. Facing South the villa and the pool and terraces enjoy full sunshine from early morning to sunset.

The villa features an outdoor private heated pool, surrounding sun terrace, top floor balcony, garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free gated private parking for 3 cars.

The villa has 4 bedrooms (3 have direct pool access with ocean views), 4 bathrooms, a games room, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

The top floor is a reverse level arrangement, with a kitchen, dining and lounge area, to the rear is the 4th bed- and bathroom (shower). A balcony runs the full length of this floor, and the view is ever present throughout the glass doors and window that cover about 75 % of all walls. Accessibility is provided by in - & outside stairs leading down to the ground floor(s).

The ground floor has three bedrooms all with direct access to the swimming pool & terrace and all with magnificent sea views. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom (shower). The 2nd and 3rd bedroom share a bathroom (shower) on the same floor. (All bathrooms have a washing basin with mirror - toilet & shower)

The basement floor features a large games room with a full size pool table, table tennis and table football. Situated here is also a fourth bathroom (shower) with laundry facilities (washer, dryer, iron & board) and a small utility terrace outside.

The heated swimming pool is 10 metres long x 3.5 metres wide.
It ranges between 150cm & 180cm in depth. (no shallow end)

*Young children must always be kept under supervision in and around the pool. As an Infinity-like Pool, the views are magnificent, but there is a 4-metre drop on the rear side of the pool. This area is constructed for safety, so only dangerous when daredevilry or adolescent behaviour would be involved.
There is a video doorbell covering the front door, car park and main gate.

License number Local Lodgement
26271/AL

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Beware of easy access to pool. 0-2 by agreement.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the Airco
No need to close the gate.
There is a video doorbell covering the front door, car park and main gate.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Travel Agency bookings must be pre-approved.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 26271/AL

About the area

Calheta

Located in Calheta, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Ethnographic Museum of Madeira are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of Our Lady of Light and Eglise de Faja da Ovelha. Travelling with kids? Consider Lava Pools and Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Arco Da Calheta, Madeira

What's nearby

  • Laurisilva of Madeira - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Casa das Mudas Arts Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cascata dos Anjos - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ponta Do Sol Beach - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Beachside Square - 11 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laranjeira's Snack Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Sra Maria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪As fontes do Horácio - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taberna da Madalena - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Poita - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool?

As of 15 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$873, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Acacia- Spectacular Ocean view & heated pool located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Casa das Mudas Arts Center, Ponta Do Sol Beach, and Laurisilva of Madeira. Church of Our Lady of Light and Beachside Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb private villa. Beautifully presented with every facility/ piece of equipment you could think of. Amazing games room. Stunning views - sunrises and sunsets. Excellent communication from our host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2026
Thank you so much for choosing us for your stay and your lovely review, Sincerely hope to see you back with us some day - You were wonderGul and appreciative guests from start to finish X
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10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for a multi generational holiday. All mod cons provided, good sized rooms with comfortable beds, excellent bathrooms, well equipped kitchen, and large living area.And then there’s the pool and the games room, which kept us all entertained for hours! And the view… I miss that most of all.. A splendid holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2026
Dear Mark Thank you again for staying with us, due to our personal message exchange I see I’ve never formally answered you lovely review 😊so here goes better late the. Never : 5 Star guests all the way and always welcomed back with open arms 😇
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

The villa is a great place to stay to explore the beautiful island of Madeira. It is comfortable me and well appointed and has spectacular views. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you Simon for staying with us and your thank you for your lovely review- you were great guests yourselves and highly recommended and know you will always be welcomed back with open arms 🍀 Thank you and hope to see you again someday - loving greetings Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eilish M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay, hosts super helpful

We had an amazing stay, very sweet that the hosts had left a basket of Madeira produce for us. The house itself is a good size lots of space indoors, outdoors and has an amazing view. The games room and pool provided great entertainment. Couple of amenities within walking distance (small supermarket, pizza restaurant, bars) otherwise need to drive to a bigger town, but great location for exploring the island with a car. Hosts were so helpful with suggestions of places to eat and activities on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review and choosing us for your stay 🍀 You were 5 star guests all the way with timely communication, leaving the house very neat and tidy and for being so enthusiastic and friendly- truly hope to see you backbiting us some day - living greetings, Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petri N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome views

Villa was as advertised, spectacular views, spacious and
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2024
Hi Petri, Thank you again for being lovely guests ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Lovely villa, stunning location, lovely island. Wished we could have stayed for two weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2020
Hi Katie. Thank you for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Madeira is a good holiday destination all year round, with pretty much guaranteed sunshine. We look forward to seeing you again. regards Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to Madeira

Beautiful home equipped with everything you need for a relaxed stay. Supermarket down the road. Nice restaurants near by. Ride to Porta Moniz a quick distance up the hill ! We will definitely return soon!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Hello Robert, How wonderful to hear you had such a great time - You were wonderful guests and left the house very neat and tidy - You were totally self reliant and always friendly in communication. Consider yourselves welcome back at any time 😇🤩🍀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best host

Everything that the host could do, they did, they were exceptionally helpful from start to end. Lovely area, wonderful local supermarket and restaurant at the top of the mountain . Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2024
Thank you for being such friendly, wonderful and caring guests. Loved the pictures you shared and special thanks for taking care of everything. Highly recommended guests 🌸🐬 whom we will welcome back with open arms any day 🌿
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Stunning view

Beautiful view and beautiful home. Breathtaking spot with everything you need to have a memorable week on the island. Be sure to take the owners recommendations about car rental, house is on one of many challenging hills on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for your review. The views "wow" all our Guests, and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Madeira does take a little bit of getting used to. Most people live at least 450 feet above sea level because of the steep cliffs around the island. But after a couple of days one does become accustomed to the roads. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. regards Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Views!

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home on an amazing island. The views from the property are stunning and it is exceptionally well equipped. The pool is a really good temperature and the basement has a great games room. The communication from the owners was fantastic and they were extremely attentive. We definitely hope to be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Hi Jennifer, Thank You very much for your lovely review and for being such wonderful and easy going guests. Also special thanks from the crew whom said you took really good care of the house and left it very clean and tidy. You will always be welcomed back with open arms :)
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Villa with an Awesome View

A villa that offers everything in peaceful surroundings. Games room was a massive hit, especially in changeable weather. Phenomenal view of Arco da Calheta, especially at night from the heated pool. Villa host (Tanja) and taxi driver (Antonio) absolutely brilliant, and always on-hand to help out.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review 🤗 it was a pleasure to have you and to see how you still really enjoyed yourselves despite a few rainy days - I will forward your compliments to Antònio and hope to see you back with us someday. And to whomever reads this : These are very recommendable guests - leaving everything super clean and tidy - communicative and super friendly XXX
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHILIPPE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phf

Fantastic
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2024
Merci beaucoup pour votre fantastique avis - Vous étiez vous-mêmes de charmants invités et vous êtes les bienvenus à tout moment 🍀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far exceeded expectations

Far exceeded expectations. Owners are kind and attentive. Location is on a hill side looking down to the sea which is beautiful day and night. Car is essential if you're staying here but this would be the same anywhere on the island to get the best of this wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2023
Hi Catherine, Thank you so much for your lovely review :) You were great guests, very open, friendly and communicative and our compliments for how you left everything. As said personally; You will always be welcomed Bach here with open arms - Loving greetings Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa

We had a lovely stay and Andy the owner was super responsive and helpful with everything! Very roomy for all. We were a group of 6 so we did have 2 cars which was a bit tricky in the car park but not a big deal with an automatic car. Pool was warm and we enjoyed the views very much. We cooked in after long days exploring and found everything we needed. My only regret as first time visitors is not staying closer to Funchal because the tunnels and the gas price!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Hi Susan, Was great to host you the perfect guests, we also really liked the Whats App group, great idea. Yes EU petrol prices are no fun at the moment, especially compared to the US, you must think they are crazy prices. Hope to see you again sometime. Take Care Andy and Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agata Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One week holiday - Group of 9

We recently stayed at this delightful rental, and I can't recommend it highly enough. The host was incredibly accommodating (as we had one extra person joining last minute), going above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. The house itself was great, well-appointed, and filled with thoughtful touches. From the welcoming drinks to the detailed local recommendations, every aspect of our stay was carefully considered. Communication with Tanja was prompt and friendly, and any requests we had were handled with efficiency. This rental is a gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
Thank you for staying and your lovely review 🍀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Acacia

What a wonderful trip. Homeowners were very responsive and helpful. Great location as the villa is steps away from both a main hiking region and resort/marina area. We were lucky to have seen most of the island and I would agree that this house is in one of the best locations on the island. Morning views were spectacular and we couldn’t ask for better weather. We were two families with two teenagers and a child and found something for everyone to do and enjoy. The grocery store close by was also quite helpful. We enjoyed our dinners out (several recommended by homeowners) but also enjoy cooking our own meals so the nearby grocery store was a hit. Thanks for a memorable trip!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2024
Thank you for your stay with us and your lovely review. You were the perfect guests and it is so great to hear how everyone had such a great time. Highly recommended guests that took great care of the house and were super friendly and communicative 🍀🌸🌿 Sincerely hope to see you back with us one day
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christiana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful villa in a great location!

We had a terrific holiday. We loved the villa and would happily rent it again in the future to explore more of the island. It’s perfectly equipped, clean, spacious and in a great location - commanding a wonderful view over the sea and surrounding town. It was hard to drag the girls away from the pool for us to explore the island and we all looked forward to a swim after slogging up and down mountains. Bill has taken time and effort to produce some very helpful tips about the locality and comprehensive advice about travelling to the villa and using its facilities - even mentioning the harmless millipedes! And he has helpfully collected the villa’s equipment instructions in one place. We all greatly enjoyed our memorable stay in this incredible property!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Hi Christiana Thank you for your review and feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. The Pool proves ever popular, especially for the children. We have two more properties becoming available for 2020, each with infinity pools. We do look forward to seeing you again in the future. regards Bill
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Superb villa with breath taking views

This villa is great for a family holiday. A beautiful, quite location, yet close enough to drive to all the tourist attractions. It is exceptionally clean and comfortable and very spacious for us and our 2 boys aged 11 and 13. The pool area and the balconies make you feel like a Hollywood 'A' lister !!! Great photo opportunities !! The owner, Bill, is very helpful and includes lots of info about the villa and Madeira when booking. The local restaurant, Naye Pizza, does great food and the pizzas are out of this world. There is also a small supermarket just down the road. Walking up the road to the little café for coffee and ice creams will keep you fit - the roads are steep in Madeira !! You will not regret booking this villa for your next holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your holiday, and look forward to seeing you again. regards Bill
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

Excellent house with spectacular views!

The house is very spacious and tastefully decorated. We loved the pool and the terrasses and the space in the living room/kitchen area. It' a 10 minute drive to the coast with some restaurants and a bigger supermarket but the next little supermarket is only 2 minutes away. You need a car and it should have a strong engine as hills are really steep. The view is just great, there's not only the atlantic ocean but also the entire valley to your feet. The only thing which was not so nice was that there are a lot of dogs aound who barked quasi the entire night but that's how it is in most southern Europe countries. The communication with Bill was great and he has provided lot's of very good informarion. We can absolutely recommend the house and would definitely come again!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. My wife and I use a 1.5 litre Renault Clio when we visit, which handles the hills very well. We look forward to seeing you again in the future regards Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVE THIS LITTLE NOOK OF HAPPINESS

It’s very hard to narrow down this amazing experience!! Tanja is AMAZING!! The communication is spot on!!ANY questions you have about anything- she is there to help and very quick to respond . Madeira is very hilly and with a manual car- you have to be on your game. The villa was everything EVERYTHING and more!! The beds are comfortable- kitchen was fully stocked with all kinds of kitchen goodies! The views are breathtaking and the furniture was incredibly comfortable! We definitely will be back soon! Only issues were- not sure where to take the trash and the master bedroom AC wasn’t working- but- she was prompt to get workers booked to fix it- but the day they promised to be there - there was a PortugaFutbol game - and he called off sick. She was so apologetic- but the temp was perfect for no AC and it was still comfortable ❤️ I’d give this place a 10++++ star if I could. ❤️❤️ We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Hi Laura, What a lovely review and you were such great and fun guests, we’re happy to welcome you back with us next year or any other time ❤️ Airconditioning is fixed (after the football - what a situation, this is also Madeira 🙃) But we were super happy to hear it wasn’t a bother to you. The trash used to be in the street but is moved around the corner and we’ll use your remark to make it easier to find in the information ;) Thank you so much for everything! XXX Loving greetings Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

First class accommodation

Prior to our visit we received everything we needed to know from the owner and also a contact in case of any problems. Instructions and directions were all good. The property is spacious with fantastic views overlooking the surrounding settlement and ocean. There are two wide balconies with plenty of seating. The house is very well equipped with everything you need . All furnishings and equipment are of a good quality. There is ample internal space to spread out. The tv worked fine but no DVD’s are provided. The games room is a good feature but there is some damage to the football table and the pool table really needs to be levelled in order to make it playable. The outdoor pool is great if you are competent swimmers, but be aware there is no shallow end if you have children or are non swimmers yourself. There is ample car parking, but getting in and out may not be easy if you have more than one car. The above were only minor niggles and overall this is still a fantastic house to spend a holiday in and certainly one of the best we have used. There is small local supermarket which is very well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. The Balconies are hugely popular and when in residence, we spend most of our time there, except when it is too hot. Thank you for bringing the Pool Table to our attention. As you have noticed, it is a "professional quality" table with heavy slates underneath the surface. 6 grown men would struggle to lift it, so I suspect previous Guests has tried to move it, and disrupted the balance. We will re-level. The luxury of a secure gated entrance does require accurate parking. But after the first day, one gets the knack. The level parking is a bonus on this very hilly island, and we park two cars regularly without trouble. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. regards Bill
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional villa

It was an absolute pleasure for us to stay at Villa Acacia for 9 nights. To begin with, Tanja is a terrific host. Her communication with us prior to our arrival was top notch. She provided so much helpful information which really assisted us in preparing for our first visit to Madeira. The villa itself is a large, modern accommodation, both spacious and bright. For those who like to cook, it has a very well equipped kitchen. There is a refreshing pool directly off the bedrooms. We used this frequently during our stay since Madeira experienced some of the hottest temperatures on record for June while we were there. There is a good-sized gated parking area. The villa is situated in a quiet neighbourhood with some wonderful views. Despite a few hot days, we found many things to see and explore. Some of these included the levada walks to both the Risco waterfall and the 25 Fontes, the sea cliffs at Porto Prego, the Monte Palace Tropical gardens, the cable car ride at Achadas da Cruz, the cable car ride up to Monte from the base station in Funchal, visiting the large market in Funchal, seeing the views from Pico do Areeiro, the 3rd highest peak on the island, seeing the traditional homes in Santana, visiting the Fanal forest, taking the toboggan ride at Monte, and visiting the Valley of the Nuns. We highly recommend a visit to this beautiful island. And while you're there, do yourself a favour and stay at Villa Acacia. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Hi Garry, What can I possibly say after a review like that! Wow! Let me return the favor by stating how much fun it was to host you all :) You’ve really made your trip worth while seeing so many of the big variety Madeira has to offer and enjoying it so much every step of the way. We love to see what our guests enjoy the most and your list was impressive especially in the time spent ;) Glad to have been of service and providing a place to rest after all the explorations. And to everybody reading this: Very lovely, appreciative and communicative guests and highly recommended! You are all so easy going and took such good care of everything- We’ve said it in our personal texts but gladly repeat it here : You will always be very very welcome back! Greetings Andy & Tanja
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alana n.

Beautiful villa

Villa was absolutely amazing, completely as described. Pictures don't really do it any justice. I was actually a bit ill for the first few days of our 2 week holiday so thank god I had a lovely couch to chill out on and plenty of tv channels to watch so that was a good send. We used the pool table a few times and that was fun. The heated pool we used daily. It was still a bit cold, but then it's November and to be honest once you made the final diveand actually got in it was fab. Views from the villa are just incredible and something we never got tired of looking at. We didn't hire a car, we just used a taxi company who were brilliant. We used the little shop which was about 10 mins walk away, but it only sold a few items we used and sold out of things like milk and port. It did seem to take days for them to restock. We used pingo doce a few times in the end which was a much bigger and I'll be honest, much more friendly shop. It took about an hour and a half to walk to but then we caught a taxi back. It was a lovely walk down although not many pavements about but it added to the fun. There are, as people have mentioned, quite a few hills around. If you're not really good with walking uphill a lot then I would hire a car. We did go to funchal which is definately worth a visit. It is a lot busier because it's a city but there is plenty to do there. We had a brilliant holiday and Bill the owner was very lovely to deal with and responded to all our enquires, quickly. The same can be said with rose, who manages the property. We have no hesitation in booking this beautiful villa again.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Hi Alana, thank you for your review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your third visit to the Villa. Indeed some Guests don't hire a car at all, if they just want to relax around the Villa. For those who wish to explore the island for the first time, a car will get you to almost any corner of the island with one and a half hours. This year will be our fourth return visit and we still find something new to explore each time. We look forward to seeing you again regards Bill
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10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect home away from home for a family stay in Madeira with the most incredible views.

Tanja and Andy are the best hosts we could have asked for during our 1 month stay in Madeira. My family of 4 stayed at the this amazing home and we absolutely love it. We also had 2 and then 3 additional friends come and join us for a short period of time during our stay. The house handled everyone so well. Every one of us had a comfortable bed and there was plenty of restrooms and shower in every floor. The game room was amazing, we loved playing in the foosball table, the pool table and the ping pong table. My husband enjoyed all the gym exercise equipment. We all had a blast playing with the board games as well. The bedrooms were all spacious and had amazing closet space for everyone. We never ran our of clean towels, which was so amazing! We also had a washer and a DRYER!! The headed pool was a hit with all the kids in the house, specially because they got to swim in the pool even on chilly days. The house had plenty of outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the views. The kitchen was big and super organized with absolutely everything you would need and plenty of everything. There are two access points to the house, which made bringing groceries an easy task. The main part of the house has the a beautiful open floorpan with the kitchen, dinning and living room. The entire length of that floor has sliding glass doors which not only provide a great breeze, but they give you the most amazing views of the that side of the island and the town of Arco da Calheta. The outdoor deck was one of our favorite spots to sit and enjoy watching the paraglider taking off from the mountain across the way and also seeing the clouds come in and out, there was some days we woke up in the clouds and that was incredible. We rented a car and we loved having the parking in the property and having an easy access to all the attractions to the island. Tanja and Andy were are the most incredible hosts, we visited during the holiday season and I mentioned we would be celebrating my son's birthday during our stay. Well, they surprised us with a fully decorated home for the holiday, a beautiful Christmas Tree and plenty of wrapped GIFTS for EVERYONE! I was so touched when Tanja showed me she had a Birthday cake & candles and a birthday card ready for my son's birthday in the freezer-that meant a lot to me. I was so touched that a host will do this for us & after our say, she also took care of shipping my shopping back home for me! & the house was spotless.They are simply the best!
Stayed 27 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2023
Hi Edith, What a brilliant and detailed review 😊Once we’ve learned about your travels we knew how it was to celebrate these days away from home so it was with great joy we prepared some small surprises, the video you send us with the reaction of the children was priceless 😍 You were amazing guests and your adventure is one we can all take as an example of just following your heart and dreams. The life experience this brings to your lovely children is wonderful and we will follow your adventures online in the hope our paths will cross again - Bon voyage globetrotters - Highly recommended guests that treated us and the property with loving care ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
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10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schönes Anwesen, wie auf den Bildern

Topp
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
sehr nette Gäste, hat sich super um alles gekümmert - immer wieder gerne 🍀

About the host

Hosted by Tanja Holzhaus

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Hello, We are Andy and Tanja and we live in the Netherlands. Andy is originally from England and I was born and raised in Amsterdam. We've been married for over 20 years and we love to travel whenever we can. We have our own company in IT and Photography which allows us to work from different locations. When we came to Madeira for the first time we just loved it immediately. After a few more visits we decided to look for a second house here and after more then 4 years we finally found 'the one' .

Madeira is so beautiful, versatile, safe and friendly. It has a vast history, culture, beautiful nature, unique sea water-swimming pools, a network of Levadas and mountain trails. You can go to the beach and catch some sun and then later set of in the ancient Lauris Lava (laurel tree Unesco protected forrest) and find yourself amidst the clouds. The weather is very nice throughout the year (give or take some windy or stormy days sometimes) and there are whales and dolphins swimming near by the coast. (there are several Sea-life watching trips with guaranteed sightings) There are many different and affordable restaurants with great local dishes and loads of little (Poncha = local alcoholic specialty) Poncha and traditional bars. For real clubbing and nightlife Funchal is the place to go. Most people speak (some) English so it's easy getting around without speaking Portugese, although a few words are always highly appreciated :)

Why they chose this property

Although we love Funchal and the surrounding area, and also many other different places around the island, Arco de Calheta has overall the best weather, more direct acces to the mountains and sea-life and a small (handmade) beach surrounded by a cute harbour and nice restaurants and 5* hotels. It is less busy and very central to go anywhere on the island.

This property was shown to us because we were in the area looking at another house. And while it was bigger then what we searched for, the moment we stepped upon the balcony we were sold! The view is all we ever wanted, the pool is an unexpected plus and the spacious house with it's modern and local features truly our style. Luckily it turned out that it was already a Holiday let with impressive reviews and that the property managers would keep running it for us as they did. They are a couple from England and Madeira and such wonderful service-minded and friendly people, that we dared to make the leap and here we are.

Although perfect at is we are looking at some future improvements and extra's, without taking away anything that made people love it so much so we truly hope we can make people love their stay their as much as we love to be there :)

What makes this property unique

Here I'm supposed to say what our UNIQUE benefits are and I'm not sure what 'unique' would be as not much is unique nowadays but I can say what WE love about the house; The view (oh had I already mentioned that?) the 10 x 3.5 infinity pool, the sunrise over the mountain on the left - sun all day - and then the sunset on the right into the ocean. The spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, the balconies top and poolside overlooking the ocean. (Even from the top floor you have constant view around thanks to the glass walls and windows) The side terrace with garden and BBQ.. The fact there is room for a full size game room and that everything is well kept and modern in style .I love to cook, so a fully equipped kitchen is a must and I love the granite cooking island.
I guess maybe in short it's better to ask what I don't like :) - The climb back up on foot with groceries - Taking the wrong road up (read OUR directions not Google maps!) in the car (Holland is as flat as a pancake so I have to get used to some of these steep hills- maybe their no bother to you) but other then that we just totally love the place.

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