Peaceful Top Floor Apt W Balconies-Cambridge RIGHT (AC)

Normally we travel to Portugal in May but August this time. The property is very, very nice and convenient but lacks AC. Just open the screened doors later in the day and it will cool down.

A lovely flat in a good position in central Funchal. Easy walk down to the harbour or up to the convents, museums etc. And close to the English church with its peaceful garden. Good views from the balconies. Very comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen. Close to La Vie supermarket, and restaurants and bars. Maria Pia took us to and from the airport so everything was easy. Thank you, and to Elsa too. See you next year.

Our stay at Madeira will remain a memorable one because the accommodation kept everything it promised. Udo and Erika Jansen

The property is in a great central location for shopping, food, restaurants and the heart of Funchal. Excellent apartment with everything you could need. Spacious and well presented. Lots of storage space and linens supplied.

First impressions were lovely. Welcomed warmly by Elsa within 10 minutes of texting to say we'd arrived ,even though early. The apartment was all we'd hoped. A lovely view from both balconies. Bedrooms and bathrooms spacious and comfortable. Kitchen well appointed for cooking with everything we needed ,dishwasher/washing machine/ pegs and hanging space for washing clothes. Dining table with plenty of space for 6 and soft homely sofa/chairs for all to relax. Close to supermarket, restaurants,shops and the Marina ,we were in the perfect position for the adrenaline fuelled holiday we craved. Most of the trips picked us up from our apartment,too. Only minor downside was the unusually hot weather meant that the twin room would have benefited from a ceiling fan like the other bedrooms. I would definitely recommend this apartment. Madeira, too is a beautiful and friendly island with excellent restaurants and not overly expensive. Loads of places to see and things to do.

We are a Spanish family of five who spent a week in this apartment. The apartment is spacious and comfortable, well equipped, well located in Funchal, easy to get to from the airport and easy to get to anywhere in Funchal or Madeira from it. There are several public parking near it, and if you want to park in the same street you can do it in streets with regulated parking area (blue zone). We had no problem with the apartment and its owner. I only give it four stars and not five because the apartment is a bit hot and has no air conditioning, only fans. But, overall, it was worth it, and it did not seem expensive at all. By the way, the owner had the detail of lowering the price because the condominium was under repair.

We enjoyed 2 beautiful weeks in Madeira! The apartment was exactly what we needed...very big (for two persons), well equipped, very nice and helpful Elsa:-), everything (shopping center, restaurants, coffee bars, shops, marina, seaside etc.) in Funchal in walking distance, easy to get out of the city by car, easy car parking around the building...thank you!

Elsa was really helpful when we arrived, and the information in the apartment was comprehensive regarding the local facilities and restaurants. The apartment was beautifully cleaned and had everything in it that a family would need including washing machine and dishwasher. All appliances worked well and self catering was simple with a really good local store at La Vie 5 mins walk down the road. We took our two adult boys with us who have not shared a room since they were 9 and 13 years old, their room was plenty big enough to give them their own space with no stress. The apartment is about 10 mins walk from the marina so very central and convenient. We had a great time in Madeira and would recommend it and Elsa's apartment to anyone.

Elsa is a lovely host and gave us good tips for our stay in Funchal. The apartment is very roomy with a nice interior and a perfectly equipped kitchen. A shopping centre including a large supermarket is in the direct neighbourhood.

The apartment was located close to supermarkets and restaurants, but only a 15 min stroll to the old town (more restaurants) and marina. Very well-equipped kitchen and spacious living area. 2 bathrooms - one with bath. Two balconies (sun in the mornings). Some traffic noise at front, but not enough to disturb. Elsa welcomed us and took the time to show us what was where in Funchal. We would like to go back and explore more of the island. Explored Funchal in a week - street music, history , and so many flowers and fruits. Monte is a must as is the market. Would recommend this property - only 4 stars because I never give anything 5!! Susan