Vacation Rentals in Madeira

You would like to spend your holiday in Madeira and are looking for an apartment or holiday home? Then you will find what you are looking for especially in the touristically well developed places on the coast. The offer in the island capital Funchal is particularly large, where you can choose between fantastically situated holiday apartments with a view of the Atlantic Ocean, cosy apartments in the picturesque alleys and generously proportioned villas in the hills above the centre. Alternatively, descend to places like Santa Cruz, Gaula, Canico, Ribeira Brava and Caleta on the bustling south coast or to Porto Moniz, Ponta Delgada or Santana in the quieter north.

Would you like to set up your accommodation in the middle of greenery and escape the hustle and bustle of the coast? This is also no problem in Madeira, as already a few kilometres inland, you will come across dreamlike holiday homes that cling to the mountain slopes covered with dense greenery. Most of the accommodations, built in the classic rustic style of the region, also have their own pool and sun terrace from where you can enjoy a view of the sea. Such pearls of tranquillity, which are also ideal starting points for walks, can be found near the Parque Natural do Ribeiro Frio as well as in places such as São Vicente and at the foot of the Pico Ruivo peak.

Even though the island is primarily known for its nature, Madeira is still a paradise for night owls. Turn night into day and explore the nightlife of Funchal, Porto Santo and Câmera de Lobos. The spectrum ranges from Madeiran folklore evenings to the open-air fado events typical of Portugal to classical clubs such as the "Copacabana Club", the "Kool & Chameleon" or the open-air club "O Molhe", which is housed in the remains of an old fortress. An absolute insider tip is the pub "Zarco", which is considered by insiders to be the most legendary address on the island.

Those who set foot on the island for the first time will be surprised which Garden of Eden is located far away from the mainland in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The best way to discover the beauty of the flora is on an extensive hike from a holiday home in the countryside. For those who are adventurous and free of vertigo, guided Levada hikes are just the thing! In the course of these, wooded sections, steep climbs, dark lava tunnels and balance shares alternate on narrow rock overhangs. You will be rewarded with breathtaking views from peaks such as the 1592 meter high Achada do Teixeira or the 1862 meter high Pico Ruivo.

Its location on the 32nd parallel and its relative proximity to the African mainland give Madeira a very special climate that makes the island a popular destination all year round. While nature lovers are attracted to the island especially during the spring bloom season, low rainfall and the almost cloudless sky between November and February attract mainly hikers and mountain bikers to Madeira. Those who plan a bathing holiday on the island of eternal spring should, however, book their holiday flat for the summer months July to September, when the Atlantic reaches a pleasant bathing temperature of up to 22 degrees Celsius.

Traditionally, Madeira already awakes from its short hibernation with the street carnival in February or March. We continue with the flower festival in June, which is crowned by the famous flower parade in Funchal. Further highlights are the Atlantic Festival and the Oldtimer Rally in June as well as the Wine Festival in August. Motorsport fans can look forward to the three-day wine rally, which will also take place in August and will take place on Europe's most dangerous rally track. The calendar of events is rounded off by the Columbus Festival in September and the New Year's Eve celebrations at Funchal harbour.