Casa Hortensia, nestled in the heart of Madeira's countryside and mountains, offers a tranquil retreat with its covered veranda and outdoor seating furniture. Enjoy al-fresco dining on the front terrace or relax by the garden surrounded by mature trees.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia
Access to Casa Hortensia is via a driveway with beautiful hortensias on each side, which takes you to the main entrance of the villa. Under the covered veranda is the outdoor ding table and a portable barbecue, perfect for al-fresco dining. The main door opens to the open plan living area/kitchen. A sitting area with flat-screen TV is complemented by a dining area and a fully equipped open-plan kitchen, along with a double bedroom and a family bathroom. This opens to the covered front veranda with outdoor seating furniture and a couple of sun-loungers – the perfect place to experience a little of the Madeira countryside and mountains with those amazing views. On an open mezzanine, accessible via a staircase, there is an open plan bedroom, with en-suite bathroom.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedroom 1, Ground floor, Double bed (1,50 wide), built in wardrobe, desk, opens to front terrace. Bedroom 2, 1st floor, open mezzanine overlooking the living area, Double bed (1,50 wide), en-suite bathroom, accessible via spiral stairs.
Bathroom 1, ground floor, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet Bathroom 2, 1st floor, en-suite to bedroom 2, single washbasin, walk-in shower, toilet
Lounge/Dining Ground floor, open plan, air-conditioning, with flat-screen Smart TV, cable digital box, connection to Netflix and YouTube. Seating for 4 Dining table for 4 Opens to south facing veranda and garden.
Kitchen Fully equipped kitchen with 2-ring electric hob, microwave, undercounter fridge/freezer, Dolce Gusto coffee machine, kettle, toaster, handheld liquidizer.
Outside Front terrace with outdoor dining table and chairs and portable barbecue, panoramic mountain-view. Side and back areas with mature garden. 2 foldable sun beds are available for guests to use.
Other Secure parking for 2 cars. Being remotely located, a hire car is recommended. Washing machine. There is free Wi-Fi connection in the living area. Cot and High chair not available, only suitable for children over 2 that occupie a bed. This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº 156517/AL
Nearby In the surrounding areas are a few snack-bars and mini-market. The nearest one is 1.2 km away. São Vicente is located only 6 Km and 15 minutes’ drive away. This beautifully maintained and picturesque village is one of the most precious natural treasure of Madeira. Casa Hortensia is surrounded by levadas and walking trails, and with the Unesco Heritage Laurisilva forest on all around, it is the perfect villa in Madeira for walking in Madeira and nature lovers. The verdant and majestic landscapes of this region are also marked by the impact of volcanic forces and the erosion of its slopes. There is also a small chapel built inside a basalt rock, on the sea front that deserves your visit, this is “Capela do Calhau”. The volcanic caves between Casa Hortensia and the nearest Village of São Vicente, can be visited and are the remnants of the original creation, hundreds of thousands of years ago, of Madeira Archipelago. In the sea front you can find a wide variety of restaurants, bars, caffees and the sea front promenade. Funchal is a mere 40 minutes away (30 Kms) and the airport 48 Km and around 50 minutes.
Cleaning The property is prepared for your arrival. For stays of longer than 7 nights, a change of linen and towels, and light mid-stay cleaning of bathrooms is provided on a day and time to be advised at check-in. All linen and towels are provided. For health reasons, linen for a baby cot is not provided and you should bring your own. Guests need to vacate the villa during a mid-stay clean and change of linen.
Booking Notes The rental value varies with the number of people occupying the property, so please ensure you enter the correct dates, number of adults, children and infants. Please note that supplements apply should additional people join you for any length of time. To secure your reservation we require a non-refundable deposit, or the full amount if you are arriving within 8 weeks. The balance is due 8 weeks prior to arrival. A security deposit of 300€ is required by credit card prior to check-in. Final details for check-in and driving instructions to the property will be sent 7 days prior to arrival. A contact number will be provided, and to be able to access the property, you need to phone this number as you are leaving the airport. It is your responsibility to contact and advise the number provided on the check-in details to advise any delays to the expected check-in time.
This property is a self check-in unit and check-in time is 16:00 or after. A code will be provided for access to the property. Check-in and check-out flexibility will be applied where possible, but this will depend on housekeeping schedules and the departure and arrival days of other reservations either side of your stay; a definitive answer can only be provided within 24 hours of your arrival for check-in and your departure for check-out. It’s always confirmed on a request basis.
This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº156517 /AL The minimum stay is 05 nights.
Pets - not allowed
This is a self-check-in property, and you will be sent a separate email 72 hours before arrival on how to access the keys with the code for the keybox.
Check-in time is from 16:00; you can have an earlier check-in if the apartment is ready before this time. Please contact us on +351 962 721 669 to check and arrange this.
Check-in and Driving Instructions: https://www.ourmadeira.com/arrival-preparation/check-in-driving-instructions/sao-vicente/casa-hortensia/Useful Information: https://www.ourmadeira.com/things-to-do/useful-information/
Hiking in Madeira: https://www.ourmadeira.com/things-to-do/madeira-hiking-payment-system-2026/
VILLA ADDRESSCasa HortênsiaEstrada da Achada do Loural, 279240-216 São VicenteMadeira
FOR THOSE HIRING A CAR IF YOU HAVE RESERVED A CAR THROUGH USAs you have reserved your car hire through us, a representative of the car hire company will be waiting for you at the airport.Outside the arrival's hall, you will see a meeting point, please look for the car hire representative carrying a board displaying their name ATLANTIC RENT A CAR. You will be taken to collect the car, sign the documents and pay the rental value. If you do not see them immediately please allow 10 minutes (especially if your flight has arrived ahead of schedule), as the representative may well be transporting another customer. This is a quick process and does not involve wasting time queuing at the car hire desks.
FOR THOSE HAVING TRANSFERS IF YOU HAVE RESERVED AIRPORT TRANSFERS THROUGH USA representative of the minibus company will be waiting for you at the airport. Outside the arrival's hall, you will see a meeting point, please look for the transfers representative carrying a board displaying your name on it. In case of emergency, please contact +351 915 671 076.
FOR THOSE HAVING REQUESTED A COT If you have requested a baby cot, please note that for safety reasons, bed linen for the cot is not provided and you must bring your own. Baby cots are for use of children under 2 years old at time of check-in. The extra person supplement applies to children 2 years and over at time of check-in.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 1,076 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 156517/AL
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in São Vicente, this villa is in a rural area. Church of Our Lady of Light and CityBubbles are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Funchal Marina and Funchal-Monte Teleferico. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estádio do Marítimo or Madeira Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our São Vicente travel guide
Is In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is In tranquil countryside, Casa Hortensia located?
Situated in a rural location, this villa is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Laurisilva of Madeira and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center. Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor and Seixal Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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