Our comfortable and clean apartment is located in the small town of Canico, just 10km east of Funchal & about 10km from the airport making this apartment ideally situated on the island. The apartment is within easy access to the motorway giving you the ideal base to explore the beautiful island of Madeira.
The lounge/dining room is very spacious & has a small balcony with views of the ocean and the coastal resort of Canico de Baixo a further 2km away. In the lounge area there is satellite TV , free WiFi, radio player, dining table (extendable). The master bedroom has a TV, DVD player, double bed, bedside tables, fitted wardrobes, dressing table along with an ensuite bathroom with shower unit, sink and toilet.
The second bedroom has twin beds, bedside table and fitted wardrobes. The apartment has 2 bathrooms, one ensuite with the double room and the other is fitted with a bath/shower, bidet, sink and toilet. The apartment also provides a travel cot in case guests require one for their baby. The kitchen is spacious, with a new washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave, hob/oven, extractor fan, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, dining table and cutlery.
Golf Information: Golfers will find two superb golf courses within easy reach, 15 minutes by car - the 18-hole championship Palheiro golf course and the 27-hole Santa da Serra golf course [also known as Campo de Golfe part of the PGA European Tour] is 13km away and has spectacular views. A 3rd course is under construction 45 mins drive to the west at Prazeres and a 4th is planned at São Vicente.
Hiking & Walking : With its wide open spaces and extensive coastline Madeira is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts year-round, and there are countless activities that can be enjoyed either individually or as part of a group. Canico is an excellent location from where one can hike and walk the islands amazing levada irrigation system spanning 2,500 kilometres, which meander round the mountains.
Funchal - The Capital City: Funchal is not only the capital, but also the heart of Madeira and home to many of the islanders. This makes it a busy, chic, cosmopolitan and fun city, full of shops, bars, cafes and a great variety of restaurants and entertainment. The natural magnet for visitors is the extensive seafront, Avenida do Mar. At one end is the marina and harbour, the departure point for boat trips around the island. Inland is the historic centre, a series of graceful streets lined with shops, museums and gardens.
ARRIVALS
Please note we rely on a friend who lives in Canico to hand over the keys and shows you around our apartment upon your arrival. For that reason the latest arrival time in Madeira is 22:00 (10:00pm) in the evening. Arrivals after this time cannot be arranged and you would have to source alternative accommodation for the first night until the following morning when our friend could then hand over the keys.