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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Ponta do Sol, Madeira Region
Ponta Do Sol Beach
Place, Ponta Do Sol Beach
12 min walk
Beachside Square
Place, Beachside Square
12 min walk
Church of Our Lady of Light
Place, Church of Our Lady of Light
12 min walk
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
40 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol
The "Casa Araujo" is an excellent villa, built in 2014, situated on a promontory and over the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol. The view is superb, particularly in the area of outdoor terraces; a terrace in front of the room with about 40 meters and another larger at a higher level. Simply magnificent! The interior, spacious and bright, consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room and laundry. It presents a practical and youthful style, where the light and the sun, enter through the entire space.
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ponta do Sol
Located in Ponta do Sol, this villa is on the beach. Centro Comercial Forum Madeira and La Vie Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Laurisilva of Madeira and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Madeira Botanical Garden and Casa das Mudas Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
Church of Our Lady of Light - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Funchal Marina - 25 min drive - 26.1 km
Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 50 min drive - 50.7 km
Getting around
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Heredia - 7 min drive
Sol Poente - 13 min walk
Taberna da Madalena - 5 min drive
Tabūu - 6 min drive
Brava Doce - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol on 21 June 2026 start from NZ$480, 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.
How much is parking at HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is HOME ARAÚJO - (13090 / AL) fantastic view of the village and the beach of Ponta do Sol located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ponta do Sol villa is within a 15-minute walk of Church of Our Lady of Light, Ponta Do Sol Beach and Beachside Square. Cascata dos Anjos and Laurisilva of Madeira are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Beautiful property in a good location with views to die for. Very friendly host excellent communication
Daniel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you Daniel, for the great kindness of your comment.
It was a pleasure to have you here and it will always be a great joy to welcome you again.
I look forward to seeing you on the island.
Lovely stay. Nelson provides a lot of useful information, answered any questions we had, and made the process easy.
Mark E.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2026
Thank you Mark for your kind comment.
It was a great pleasure to receive you and your esteemed family at Casa Araújo.
You were exemplary, so it will always be an honor to receive you in our home.
Come back whenever you can. You will always be very welcome!
Until next time!
We just returned from a wonderful trip to Madeira. We spent about 3 weeks in Ponta do Sol in this wonderful villa - Casa Araujo.We loved the view from the house. The house was clean, check-in and communication with host were excellent. he wifi extenders were replaced when we pointed out that they weren’t working. The location was very quiet. We were in great shape from walking into town and back daily during our 3 week visit. We’ll definitely miss the workout when we return home! Very convenient location for driving around the island. All the restaurants in Ponta do Sol were excellent. We look forward to returning to Madeira, as this was our first visit.
James W.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Thank you James and Pat for your kind comment.
It's good to know you were happy at Madeira and at Casa Araújo.
It was a pleasure to host you.
Come back whenever you can. The doors are always open. You will always be very welcome!
Until next time!
Comfortable, lovely home with the most beautiful view of Ponta de Sol.
Elizabeth F.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind comment.
It's great to know you enjoyed your time here.
Come back whenever you can.
You're always welcome.
Until next time.
We especially enjoyed our breakfast on the terrace with the beautiful view. The host was very nice, gave us advice and accommodated our requests.
Anke S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you, Anke and family, for your kind comment.
It was a pleasure to welcome you to Madeira and the Araújo house.
Come back whenever you can. You're always very welcome.
Until next time.
Very nice appartment, very spacious, very clean and nicely furnished, with beautifull view on Ponto do Sol. Contact with Nelson and owner very good and very helpfull!Central located to reach all of Madeira.We can recommend it very much.Thanks again for very nice stay.
Mario V.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Thank you, Mario and Georgine, for your kind comment.
It's great to know you were happy here in Madeira and at Casa Araújo.
I appreciate your visit and hope to have the pleasure of seeing you again in the near future.
See you then.
Fantastic quiet location with all your needs. Great host that can safe your day when needed. So much nice than Funchal. Highly recommend stay here.
Ian M.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Thank you Ian and Lee for the very kind comment.
It was a pleasure having you as guests.
I recommend you without any hesitation.
Come back when you can.
You will always be welcome in our home.
See you next time!
I don't normally do many reviews, but my wife and I were thoroughly impressed our stay here. The pictures are great, but they still don't do it justice. Everything was clean and tidy, and there's a lot of room throughout the house. The view from the balcony's-there's two-is truly amazing!Nelson was without a doubt, one of the nicest people that you will ever meet! He went way above and beyond to help us during our stay!
Todd K.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you, Todd, and Rosana, for your kind comment!
I really enjoyed meeting you. I've always appreciated kind, quiet, and respectful people. You were fantastic!
I would love to host you again. You're always welcome here.
I'll be here with open arms to welcome you.
Thank you for your visit!
Very nice house with fantastic views and well equipped
Katie A.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2024
Thank you Katie and Michael for your kind comment.
It was a pleasure to welcome you here and know that you were happy in Madeira and in this house. I really enjoyed meeting you.
I hope you can come back in the near future.
Until next time.
House v clean, parking on owners driveway next door, fabulous welcome and treats, walkable from village but harder with family after swim! Lovely quiet, nice view, wifi difficult in all rooms, good air con. Recommended.
emma s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Thank you, Emma and family, for your kind comment.
It's great to know you were happy here in Madeira and at Casa Araújo.
I appreciate your visit and hope to have the pleasure of seeing you again in the near future.
Place had an amazing view of the town and the host was very friendly and helpful. The rooms were very clean and we enjoyed the deck and the view of the ocean. My first impression of getting to VBRO was a little bit tense but by the second day I felt comfortable with climb and the narrow road to the VRBO. Our biggest issue was with the WI-FI.
Anthony G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
Thank you Anthony for your kind comment.
I appreciate your visit and for choosing Casa Araújo to stay.
Come back when you can. And invite your friends and family to visit us.
You will always be very welcome.
See you next time
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this picturesque home with its breathtaking views. Nelson warmly welcomed us and provided us with a list of recommendations and some wonderful treats! The home was comfortable with all the amenities you will require to enjoy evenings at home if desired. It was an excellent location to venture out and see the sites. However, you will definitely need a car and parking was available in a convenient location next to home. Overall, we loved our stay and would come back in a heart beat!
Laura R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
Merci à Laura et à sa famille pour votre gentil commentaire.
Ce fut un grand plaisir de vous accueillir à Madère et à Casa Araújo.
C'est encore mieux de savoir que vous vous êtes sentis bien ici.
Revenez dès que possible. Vous serez toujours les bienvenus !
We loved our stay here. The location was great - could even walk to a small restaurant/bar up the street.
Incredible view and the hosts were lovely.
Beds were very firm but that was our only slightly negative thing about the whole place.
We loved it!
Erin H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2024
Thank you Erin for your kind comment.
It was a great pleasure to welcome you and her family to Casa Araújo.
Good to know that you were happy here.
I hope the island has surprised you, so that you can come back here to have new experiences.
See you soon my friends.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Zinda B.
11 August 2016
Amazing little slice of heaven!
Our stay at Casa Araujo was lovely. The house is comfortable, cozy and has everything you need. The most amazing thing about it is the million dollar view, breathtaking!
Also Nelson was very attentive and even drove us over to the property the rest of our family was staying in!
We highly recommend Casa Araujo and the beautiful island of Madeira.
Zinda, Paula & Nick
Zinda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks Zinda, Paula and Nick, for coming for the first time to Madeira, and they chose the Casa Araújo, to stay.
It was a pleasure to meet you. Your sympathy is captivating.
I hope you enjoyed the island and come back soon.
I'll be here to welcome you.
This property far exceeds expectations, the welcome from Nelson was friendly and informative and we thank him for the kind gifts of local produce.
We had a comfortable stay with everything we needed and magnificent views of the sea and village.
Good location for a walk down to the village and plenty of exercise walking back up which we did twice a day, beats going to the gym! Can’t recommend highly enough.
Clare D.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thank you Clare and Keith, for the kindness of your comment.
It was a great pleasure to meet and welcome you on Madeira Island.
I hope to have the joy of welcoming you again soon on the island
Until then, all the best to you!
Obrigado!
We came the second time here.
All in one, perfect!
You need a car too reach them, parking is free next to the apartement.
We could recommend it very well.
Thx the owner for the kindly welcome :-)
Nora H.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2024
Thank you Nora and Rainer for your kind comment.
It was once again a great pleasure to welcome you here.
It was better to know that you were happy here.
The doors are always open for you. Come back when you can.
To the next.
We loved our week in Madeira island. Ponto do sol was the oerfect appt to access every trail with no more than 45 min driving. Levada nova was our favorite hike and within 3k of rental. Rental was fabulous with million dollar views. The washer was so handy for muddy clothes after hiking. Check in/ out was easy. Parking was available next door. We would come again for sure! We used the recommended car hire from house manager. One thing about driving - you need a small car for the narrow roads but you need some power for the hills and sharp turns. This was one of the best holidays of our life. Thank you!
Kristin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2025
Thank you Kristin and Shawn for your kind comment.
Knowing that this was one of the best holidays of your lives fills our hearts with joy.
We can only be grateful and hope that one day you can visit us again.
The island and Casa Araújo will always have their doors open to embrace you! Always feel welcome!
The Casa was very clean, big rooms and a large livingroom with a fantastic view to Ponta do Sol. The house was well equipped, we did not miss anything. Everything is like the pictures on the Vrbo-site. The road to the house is very steep – like many roads on Madeira - but we could park our car at the neighbours house which was easier to access. Ponta do Sol was a good choice because it was most of the time sunny and warm while it was more cloudy in the center and north of the island. We enjoyed our stay at Home Araujo very much
PAUL P.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thank you Paul and Hilde for your kind comment.
It was a pleasure to welcome you to the island and to Casa Araujo. And even better, knowing that you were happy here.
I hope you can come back here. Here we will be with open arms to welcome you.
See you soon, my friends.
This balcony view from this home was STUNNING, and the home very clean and comfortable. Our host was wonderful, and provided a lovely "care package" of traditional treats and wine, coffee, and home-produced eggs and bananas. Nelson was friendly, gracious, communicative, and provided recommendations and advice for our stay. For me, the highlight of our trip was hiking the Ponta do Sol levada - spectacular natural beauty of sea, mountains, waterfalls, plants and flowers. However, please be aware that there are sheer drop-offs, and this trail would not be suitable for young children or those who are not sure-footed. Thanks for a great vacation, Nelson!
Jenny H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2024
Thank you Jenny for your kind comment.
It was a pleasure to welcome you and know that you were happy here.
I hope you can come back here in the near future.
I will be here with open arms to welcome you.
Until then.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Magdalena M.
2 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disappointment ☹️
The house was very clean and the propery manager, Nelson, helpful and friendly. However, the house itself needs redecoration: some appliances work poorly (gas cooker), are old and difficult to use. The kitchen was poorly eqipped, there weren’t enough cups, kettles, there’s no dishwasher and all seems used and outdated. The furniture in the house also seem old and not comfortable, the living room is poorly and cheaply furnished. The bathrooms are old and outdated. The house needs redecoration asap. What was also a nuisance is the third bedroom: it’s placed upstairs but with no door and our adult daughter wasn’t comfortable there at all. In general: we don’t recommend the house and wouldn’t like to return there, though we loved Madeira and will be returning to the island for sure. But not to this property ☹️
Magdalena M.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Despite the fact that it is the first time that we have been graced with a negative comment, I still thank Magdalena, for being kind enough to do so. Perhaps the defect is really ours and everyone who has passed by has fallen into error when evaluating us...
The house is properly equipped and everything we publish in our advertisement is there.
As for decoration, as it is always something subjective, it can please some and be disappointing for others. But it is rigorously what we have published and that can be seen in our photos.
The house is neither old nor outdated. It is a 7 year old house, so the materials are all recent. Even so, whenever necessary, we do not shy away from improving, in order to provide our guests with the best experience, based on the binomial price/quality.
We believe in our product, supported by the immense positive reviews we've always had.
But we humbly accept the positive suggestions that are presented to us, in the sense of always doing more and better.
Thank you very much!
Perfect, clean and spacious house with a beautiful view
We were received by Nelson who made us feel welcome. Nelson was easy and accessible to get in touch with. He showed us around the house and was a super host, so cheerful and kind!
The house is very spacious and clean. There are three terraces. We used the terrace In front of the living the most.
Maybe if there would be some garden furniture on the rooftop, we would have used that one also.
The beds (all box springs) were good and it was nice that there are more bathrooms (3 in total! There is also a bathroom in the outdoor kitchen!) The shower is really nice and the bathroom was spacious, clean and comfortable (with even a bubble bath which we didn’t use).
We also were happy with the fan in our bedroom.
The living room has new furniture, different from the pictures. It all looks nice and modern.
And there is an attic with two more beds (boxsprings). So you have three different bed rooms and six sleepingplaces.
We had a lot of privacy and the view from the terrace…. Wow, we loved it! We have spend a lot of time on the terrace, also in the night it is nice to look at the lights of the village. And beneath the terrace is a beautiful banana grove.
The kitchen is wel equipped and has everything you need. The washing machine is a plus.
In the night it is very quiet and you have all the privacy because the property is closed by a big electric fence.
The car is easily parked above the house. Just be aware of a steep climb back from the village (20m)
Sanne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Thank you Sanne, Jan, Merijn and Joeri, for your kind comment.
It's good to know that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you were happy here.
We really appreciate your visit and we will always be here with open arms to welcome you.
Until your next visit.
Casa Arugo became our home for 3.5 months. We did not want to leave. The beds were so comfortable & there are 3 washrooms. It was great having the convenience of a washing machine as well. The host, Nelson is amazing. The owners were always accomodating & helpful when needed. The house is spacious, large, private, clean, new & has all the comforts of home but the view from the main very large balcony is spectacular. Words cannot describe the beauty you will wake up to every day from inside or outside as the entire wall to the outside is glass sliding doors. There is a second level balcony that is marvelous. The BBQ room is gorgeous. We used it many times for ribs, chicken & fish that we purchased at the large Continent grocery store in Ribera Brava. The house location is perfect to explore the extremely quiet neighborhood on foot. It is Madeira so it is hilly. The town of Ponta do Sol is a short walk where you'll find a smaller grocery store for all your needs. It also offers delicious baked bread & desserts as well as a coffee shop. There's a small enclosed mall. A little further is the beautiful ocean where you can swim. Also a five minute walk from the house you will find 2 convenient local taverns offering excellent food & drinks at unbeatable prices. It is best to have a car because there is so many incredible places to see on the island. Be sure to do your research for the many sights. Parking is convenient & safe right next door on the owners property. Madeira is one of the most beautiful places you will ever see. Staying at Casa Arugo was the perfect choice for us. We hope to return for another long stay next year
Sharon P.
Stayed 97 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thank you Sharon and Kres for the enormous kindness of your comment.
It's the people that make the place. You were unsurpassed, kind, humorous, calm and, above all, very respectful of the house.
We would love to be able to host you again, so you will always be welcome!
We recommend, without any hesitation, to anyone who may receive them in the future.
Hug from Madeira.
Tout est conforme à l’annonce. L’hôte est disponible et généreux à nous transmettre les bonnes adresses.
Michel S.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
Merci Michel et Joanne pour votre gentil commentaire.
Ce fut un plaisir de vous accueillir à Madère et à la Casa Araújo.
Revenez dès que possible. Vous serez les bienvenus !
Pour mes 80 ans, j'ai décidé d'aller en famille passer Noël au soleil et je n'ai pas été déçue. Superbes vacances
Annie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Merci Annie pour ton gentil commentaire.
Ce fut un plaisir de vous accueillir à Madère et de savoir que vous étiez heureux ici.
Revenez quand vous le pourrez.
Les personnes gentilles et attentionnées comme vous seront toujours les bienvenues !
Bonne année 2025 à vous tous !