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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1069965 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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São Vicente, Madeira Region
  • Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Seixal Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Porto Moniz Natural Pools
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

São Vicente

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Laurisilva of Madeira and Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center. Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor and Seixal Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seixal Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 21 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Fanal Protected Area - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Pico do Ariero - 48 min drive - 28.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Calhau Padaria & Pastelaria - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Snack Bar Arco Íris - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Lavrador - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rock Pools Seixa Madeira - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cascata Água D'Alto - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature.

The fifth "The Refuge" is located in the middle of green field in the Valley of San Vicente, 5 minutes walk from the town center. Away from the hustle of the cities this is "The Refuge" perfect for those who want to relax and be close to nature.

Property: The house is set in a land of about 2910 m2 bordered by a river and footpath. This plot has direct access to the regional road and is situated at the base of a small hill in the middle of the great valley of São Vicente. On the property there is a small viewpoint overlooking the sea and mountains and even a swing for children.

The house, rustic route, is perfectly integrated into the green surroundings. Is distributed over 2 floors and has 2 bedrooms, living room with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, bathroom with shower, toilet and laundry area.

Children and infants:
protection bars for bed, 2 cots, high chair meals, playground, first car seat up to 36 kg + car seat for children.

Sleeping: Bedroom 1 - double bed, bedroom 2 - double bed. Living Room - 2 sofa bed extra bed + double bed (on request). Up to 10 people. 2 cots + 1 baby park.

Kitchen: Refrigerator, gas stove, wood stove, wood stove, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, microwave, water heater.

WC: one bathroom upstairs with shower + one restroom downstairs.

Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, cable TV and parking.

Leisure: Barbecue, inflatable pool of 2.5 m diam. and a swing for children, hammocks, a stream by the house, gardens all around, and a viewpoint with chestnuts, quite nice.

Attractiveness: Near the volcanic center of Madeira and the caves of São Vicente, the Lime Route of the most visited Surf beach north coast, 15 minutes drive from the natural pools of Porto Moniz.

Services in Proximity: Restaurants, Cafes, Super-market, Pharmacy, Taxi, Church ...

Parking: takes place for the car inside the property insurance at no additional cost.

Check in: from 12h-00h
Check-out: up to 12pm.

License accommodation: 35724 / AL

Property manager

Ema Sousa Abreu

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 69,965 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 35734/AL

Property is also known as

Refuge is Perfect Place Relax Harmony Nature House São Vicente
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Refuge is Perfect Place Relax Harmony Nature House
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Refuge is Perfect Place Relax Harmony Nature House São Vicente
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The Refuge is the Perfect Place to Relax in Harmony With Nature

Frequently asked questions

How close is The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. to the airport?

This cottage is 31.3 mi (45-min drive) away from the Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. to the beach?

This cottage is 5.2 mi (17-min drive) from Seixal Beach and 6 mi (10-min drive) from Laje Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. have a spa?

This cottage doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. to downtown São Vicente?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from São Vicente.

The REFUGE is the perfect place to relax in harmony with nature. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just had an amazing holiday at the Refuge- setting is just breathtaking- Mountain Views everywhere. And I must say our host Ema was brilliant, very responsive to questions, took a call from us at 11pm to guide us as we were not sure we were on the right way and sorted a washing machine issue within 24 hours! Thank you very much Ema!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice hideaway

Great location, fun house with everything you need, friendly owner
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Jean-Pierre V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maison froide, humide et très sombre.

À notre arrivée, une femme qui je pense est la femme de ménage nous a donné la clé. Pas d'explication, à peine bonjour, pas de contact avec l'hôte. Nous avons trouvé une maison froide humide et très sombre. La cuisine n'a qu'une lumière et de fait n'éclaire pas la plaque de cuisson. Nous avons signalé ce problème mais personne n'est venu. Vis à vis avec ce qui semble être les propriétaires, voitures dans la cour n'aidant pas à la manœuvre, pas de VMC permettant d'évacuer l'humidité... Bref, c'est peut-être une maison pour l'été mais pas en mars. La photo sur le site est trompeuse car nous étions entouré d'autres habitations mais en aucun cas au milieu de 2900 mètres carrés de terrain.. Sur l'annonce il est précisé que l'hôte parle Français mais ce n'est pas le cas.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Maik D.

Einfach Erholsam

Ein wunderschöner Garten mit vielen Terrassen, lädt zu unendlich vielen Berg-, Meer- und Gartenblicke ein. Sehr Erholsam.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bernd M.

Ein wahres Refugium in beschaulicher Umgebung

Dieses Haus ist ein idealer Ort, um abseits des Trubels Ruhe und Entspannung in landschaftlich schöner Umgebung zu finden. Es eignet sich auch prima als Startpunkt für Wanderungen, die Startpunkte der meisten in diversen Führern beschriebenen Wanderungen (Levadas u.a.) sind alle in kurzer Zeit mit dem Auto erreichbar (15 bis maximal 60 Autominuten). Da wir im November gebucht hatten, waren wir sehr froh um den Holzofen, mit dem wir das große Wohnzimmer gemütlich heizen konnten. Um diese Jahreszeit wäre es ansonsten manchmal recht kühl bei gleichzeitig hoher Luftfeuchtigkeit, eine weitere Heizung existiert nicht. Im Sommer ist das Haus vermutlich sehr angenehm, wenn es draußen recht heiß ist. Die Hausherrin hat uns mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen empfangen (lecker) und auf Rückfragen schnell reagiert. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Une maison si agréable, dans un jardin magnifique, idéalement située pour visiter toute l'île !

Tout d'abord, l'accueil : Ema nous a accueilli avec une grande gentilesse, avec des spécialités que nous avons beaucoup appréciées (😊), en nous faisant partager ses lieux préférés, en nous donnant toutes les informations pratiques utiles pour le quotidien. La maison ensuite : située dans un magnifique jardin, avec trois terrasses, un barbecue couvert, un salon gigantesque et tellement agréable,une cuisine super équipée (y compris du poêle et du four traditionnel), que demander de plus ? ! Elle est également idéalement située pour ceux qui souhaitent sillonner toute l'ile depuis un même lieu (tout est à 1h, 1h30 au plus pour les sites les plus éloignés). Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour à Madère. Un grand merci à Ema ! (et pour la recette aussi !)

10/10 Excellent

F. G.

sehr schön, gepflegt und großzügig

sehr großzügiges, geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Haus; sehr schöner, großer Garten; mehrere Terrassen/Liegewiesen inkl. Grillplatz; super unaufdringliche Betreuung in Art und Intensität nach Wunsch durch die Eigentümer
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Un séjour parfait dans un endroit magnifique

Maison spacieuse, au calme, jardin et terrasses magnifiques, on est bercé par le chant des oiseaux. Ema et sa maman qui habite la maison voisine sont adorables, toujours disponibles tout en restant discrètes. Un excellent séjour pour toute la famille.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

Idyllisches Ferienhaus

Es war wunderschön in diesem Häuschen mit wundervollem Garten, vielen Terassen rund um das Haus und tollem Grillplatz. Vielen Dank an Ema und Mena, die unseren Urlaub mit frisch gebackenen Kuchen und Salat aus dem Garten und sogar Kinderspielzeug perfekt gemacht haben. Unser Sohn 3,5 jahre hat sich sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Unterkunft ist sehr kinderfreundlich. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, Auto ist jedoch zu empfehlen! Im Haus befindet sich auch ein Kamin, für kältere Tage. Das Haus ist komplett ausgestattet und sehr sauber. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017