Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi
Casa das Orquídeas was born from the reconstruction and expansion of two houses built at the beginning of the 20th century located in the middle of the slope, between the sea and the mountain. Where, with the same travel time, you can reach a beach with magnificent yellow sand as you arrive at a unique and green landscape cut by several paths of sparkling water.
The refurbishment allows guests to live in a house that is over 100 years old, but with all the comforts and comforts of today, including the full air conditioning of the house, the Wi-Fi system, the TV through Meo ADSL and all quality appliances available.
In December 2014 the house was classified by the Regional Secretariat for Culture, Tourism and Transport of the Autonomous Region of Madeira as a Country House for rural tourism.
With an area of 239 m2, the house is divided into two distinct areas: the housing area and the leisure and support area. On the first floor, we have a dining room, a kitchen, a living room and a common toilet on the ground floor and on the first floor we have 3 bedrooms all with private bathrooms.
In the leisure area there is a covered steakhouse and a porch with a typical oil press. In front, the 4m by 8m pool, surrounded on two sides by a deck area, under sun exposure throughout the day, together form a pleasant space for resting but also for socializing.
In this area we also have support for the house with the existence of a laundry room with WC and an office to receive guests. . As the house has a considerable exterior space, it was intended to make it more pleasant and with a strong and representative character of the place and its inhabitants, cultures and traditions.
The various garden areas are then a recreation of the gardens of the past, both in the planted species and in the structure, of which the aromatic herb garden is an example.
To the north of the house, a vineyard area was recreated and to the south some fruit trees were maintained and planted and a small vegetable and vegetable garden was created in order to maintain examples of cultivation that once existed on the land.
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Dryer
Air conditioning
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About the area
Calheta
Located in Estrela da Calheta, a neighbourhood in Calheta, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church of Our Lady of Light and Eglise de Faja da Ovelha are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Achadas da Cruz Cable Car. Travelling with kids? Consider Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Lava Pools. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 37 min drive - 36.7 km
Funchal Marina - 41 min drive - 41.6 km
Madeira Botanical Garden - 42 min drive - 44.7 km
Funchal Farmers Market - 42 min drive - 43.5 km
Getting around
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Pukiki Bar - 6 min drive
Laranjeira's Snack Bar - 9 min walk
As fontes do Horácio - 3 min drive
Leme Marisqueira - 5 min drive
Manifattura Di Gelato - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi?
As of 24 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi on 19 May 2022 start from NZ$232, 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 Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Casa das Orquídeas: excellent sun exposure, pool, barbecue and Wi-Fi located?
This family-friendly Calheta holiday home is located in a rural location, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Casa das Mudas Arts Center, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Paul do Mar Beach and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Laurisilva of Madeira and Cascata dos Anjos are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had wonderful 4 weeks in this beautiful house! We had a nice welcome, especially for our newborn. Everything was perfectly prepared for her, place to change diapers, even a special garbage bin and a bed for her. Loads of toys.
The house is huge with a lovely garden. Elizabeth even gave some fresh avocados from the tree to us. Pool was bit too chilly for us since it was January, but we enjoyed the garden a lot!
The big and comfortable house has some minor flaws, a few things needed some renovation (e.g. shower at the pool, BBQ place, jammed door, some furniture, some kitchen equipment) while some rooms are in perfect and new condition.
Nevertheless, we loved to be in this wonderful place.
Wir haben knapp vier Wochen in dem Haus gewohnt und es gab wirklich nichts zu bemängeln. Das Haus war sehr sauber, top eingerichtet und in einem tadellosen Zustand. Die Vermieterin ist sehr nett und hat sich hervorragend um uns gekümmert. Wir würden jederzeit wieder dort unseren Urlaub verbringen.
Sunny holidays on Madeira, excellent accommodation
We spent two weeks (end May to mid June 2019) in the "House Of Orchids" (Casa das orquídeas). Fully renovated and expanded in 2015 from a historical building on Madeira island, it serves today with modern comfort, tasteful furnishing and all things needed for relaxing and refreshing holidays. It combines traditional pieces (wine press, historical stone stove) with all things needed today to enjoy comfortable living. The villa is located on the mountain side of Calheta and you will need a car to reach it. The street is small and the parking area on the ground not that easy to get to. But being there we really enjoyed the wonderful view around like to the ocean but also the pleasant silence by day and night (although there are a lot of other villas around). -For all questions we had locally, the owner of the villa, Elizabeth, gave us immediately answers and full support. Thanks, Elizabeth, for these excellent two weeks in your villa. We will keep it best in mind!
Torsten, Petra, Carolin and (for a short time) Jacky,
all from Germany.
Torsten S.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meike B.
1 May 2019
Tolles Haus, tolle Insel!
Wir haben zu fünft (2 Kinder, 3 Erwachsene) eine super Woche in Elizabeths Haus verbracht. Es bietet alles, was man braucht und ist mit viel Liebe und Geschmack eingerichtet.
Elizabeth ist eine hervorragende Gastgeberin und hat uns mit vielen Tipps weitergeholfen.
Meike B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you for the kind words.
You were great guests and will always be welcome!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
fanny b.
3 June 2017
adresse de charme à ne pas manquer
nous rentrons d'une semaine à la casa des orquideas à calheta (23 mai-31 mai).. en famille 3 adultes , 2 enfants de 4 ans et 18 mois..
la villa est situee sur les hauteurs de calheta au calme loin de la touristique funchal cependant bien situee pour rayonner sur toute l'ile (funchal 45 min, porto moniz 35 min...) .une voiture reste toutefois indispensable...
les photos..c'est la maison telle qu elle est ...quasi neuf avec tout l'equipement révé .et le summum pour le bébé..premiere fois qu une villa que nous louons est aussi bien équipée pour un bébé .
elisabeth a toujours été disponible pendant notre séjour et a pensé au moindre détail
le summum l'exterieur de la maison avec la piscine (26 degre), BBQ et surtout le jardin avec les herbes aromatiques, les fraises et les pitangas (une découverte pour moi..un délice) à notre disposition..
encore une fos merci elisabeth..un plaisir de passer une semaine chez vous..j'espère que nous aurons l'occasion de revenir vous voir et profiter encore plus des chemins de randonnées de votre ile magnifique
fanny, haut-rhin, france
fanny b.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Fanny, j'ai été vraiment ravi de vous recevoir dans ma villa! Vous êtes une belle famille! Comme les invités étaient très sympathiques et attentifs. J'ai l'air exceptionnellement bien après ma villa dans tous les détails, très soigné et propre. Si vous voulez revenir un jour, ce sera un plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Daniela B.
21 July 2015
Contemporary land house with fantastic view
We have spent two great weeks as a family with three people in this spacious house.
At arrival some basic food like cereals, fruits, milk, eggs, juice, butter, jam...was available for the the first days.
The furnishing is new and contemporary.
The house is perfectly prepared also for families with small childeren, a propper baby crib, high chair, toys and tableware are available.
The landlord was available for all questions and gave us at any time the impression to really care about her guests.
Supermarkets, restaurants, cafes are close by and easy to reach by car.
We can highly recommend this accommodation and would for sure come back.
Daniela B.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you for your review. The “Casa das Orquídeas” intended to be a true home even far from home. I look forward to welcoming you and your beautiful family back. Elizabeth.
Archival
8/10 Good
Patricia V.
19 July 2015
Notre séjour à Calheta, Casa das orquideas
Nous avons passé une semaine début juillet 2015 dans cette maison parfaitement équipée et joliment décorée. Le jardin est particulièrement soigné avec ses fleurs, son carré d'herbes aromatiques et le potager dont les légumes et les fruits sont à disposition des hôtes.
A notre arrivée, nul besoin de partir à la recherche du nécessaire pour le petit déjeuner du lendemain, la propriétaire avait garni le réfrigérateur et les placards (œufs, beurre, lait, café, céréales, pain, fruits...) Elizabeth nous a également bien renseignés sur les lieux à visiter à Madeire en plus des brochures et guides à disposition dans la maison.
Un excellent séjour !
Patricia V.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Merci. Je suis très heureux que vous aimez passer vos vacances à Madère à la ”Casa das Orquídeas”. Ce fut un plaisir de vous accueillir. Elizabeth.