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Maison très fleurie comme sur les photos , un vrai havre de repos avec le chant des oiseaux et le bruit de l'eau de la levada qui court au fond du jardin . Surtout aller au resto la Caravela conseillé par Ema ou on mange de l'excellent poisson il faut gouter le poisson perroquet et le poulpe grillé, succulents.

France, 2017

Maison offrant de grands espaces intérieurs et extérieurs. Nous avons apprécié le calme et la quiétude de l'endroit.

France, 2017.

We loved our stay here. The location is every bit as beautiful as the pictures show, and there are multiple patios and gardens to enjoy the scenery. It was also a great location for our children. Our 4 year old loved the swing and gardens. There was also a crib and high chair for our infant. We had most of our meals there outside to take in the view. Sao Vicente is a short walk away (but like most things in Madeira it is also a steep climb). With a car you can explore the rest of the island easily, especially the western half with fewer tourists. We loved the pools at Porto Moniz and the lava caves that are right in Sao Vicente. Ema had some great suggestions for some hikes near the Paul da Serra too. Funchal is about a 40 minute drive away. Ema was very responsive and accommodating. Her parents live in the house next door. Neither speaks English, but they were both very friendly. Ema's mother took our son with her to feed her chickens and grab an egg. One last note: The house is fire heated, so it helps if you know how to start a fire. There was plenty of firewood and fire starters, so it wasn't that difficult.

Netherlands, 2017.

Was für ein wunderschöner Garten! Und den Salat durften wir uns gleich selber im Garten schneiden. Lecker! Die Gastgeberin ist sehr zuvorkommend, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Auch mit kleinen Kindern absolut zu empfehlen. Gerne wieder!

Switzerland, 2017

Quiet peaceful location. The gardens are beautiful and there are multiple outdoors areas for relaxing. The hammocks got a lot of use and the outdoor grill was really fun (we used it 2 of the 5 nights). It is a 5 minute walk to the old town and 15 minutes to the waterfront. A very enjoyable and peaceful stay.

Hungary, 2017

Sao Vicente is a nice place to be located during your holidays, and the house and the owners are great. There are lots of beautiful houses you can rent in the island, but this is the definitive one you are looking for if travel with children. There are tons of toys for them to play with! Besides, the property has a beautiful garden full of hidden corners to find. Definitely, it's a paradise for kids.

Spain, 2017.

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.

France, 2017.

Cette maison semble avoir été conçue par un Jésuite de retour de Macao pour sa retraite temporelle et spirituelle. La noblesse des matériaux, l'esprit épuré, la fonctionnalité, tout semble avoir été étudié par un esprit pur et rationnel. Vous êtes là entre un Lodge digne de Doris Lessing face une nature brute et primaire qui s'oppose à un jardin dont l'ordonnance toute Britannique apaise les sens et l'esprit. Ema est une hôtesse parfaite, bavarde, joviale, serviable et enthousiaste. Sa maman voisine, cultive un potager à l'image de son hospitalité toute insulaire. Je voulais y retourner en septembre mais il semble que je ne sois pas le seul à avoir eu l'oeil sur cette belle opportunité. Chère Ema je vous souhaite tout le succès que vous méritez et espère vous revoir prochainement. Cordialement vôtre, T. & N.

France, 2017 twice.

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!

Deutschland, 2017.

Last May I spent a holiday with my husband and two daughters in this terrific place and we can all say how grateful we are to have found this amazing house! A great place for people who want to get away from the daily routine and want to experience the raw nature but still feel as if they were home. We loved to hear the birds in the morning and how we fell asleep listing to the sound of the water running outside. It truly is a refuge for anyone who is looking for a place to unwind or to spend quality time with the family because the surroundings are amazing to both relax and to create new memories with loved ones. Ema was very quick to reply and just as nice when we got to meet her. We have appreciated how she helped us with our questions about which places and how neat the house was when we got there - it looked as if we were in a Hotel.

Australia, 2018.

Un endroit vraiment charmant où séjourner à São Vicente. Calme, spacieux et authentique. Quand il fait beau, les terrasses et le jardin deviennent des endroits parfaits pour se détendre (hamac, chaise longue, son du cour d’eau). Mention spéciale à l’équipement disponible pour de jeunes enfants (chaise, baignoire, lit et même balançoire).

Switzerland, 2018.

Nice spot in a very calm area on the mountain slopes of Sao Vicente. The house was a very good retreat during a two weeks bad weather period for us with a nice garden which we couldn´t use that much due to the heavy rain. We were welcomed with a traditional cake and some wine and got some fresh eggs from the chickens in the garden. The owners live close by but leave you pretty much alone unless you need them. Ema was always available by phone to translate as here parents do not speak English a lot. The house was nice and equipped with everything you need. Thanks for the stay.

Deutchland, 2018.