OurMadeira - Casa do Júlio, Calheta beach view

Our Madeira was established in 2009 by Linda & Ricardo Dias. We have both worked in tourism all our lives, the great majority of which in Madeira, where we live (and where Ricardo hails from). We know how important it is to find the right holiday home for your holiday, and searching through the many websites can be exhausting, time-consuming, and confusing. And of course, you want to make sure you are dealing with a dependable company. Our commitment is to provide a unique, personal service, using our in-depth knowledge of Madeira (our island home) and of all the villas and apartments we feature, to assist you in making the right holiday rental choice. For some of the properties, we just handle the reservations on the owner's behalf, but for others, we take care of the cleaning and maintenance, and we will be there to greet you on arrival at the villa. All the properties are known to us personally. Between us, we have over 60 years of experience in tourism, so we like to think we know what we’re doing! Our wonderful and dedicated team also come from many different areas of Tourism and bring with them a wealth of knowledge and customer care. Together, we strive to ensure our guests have a wonderful holiday in Madeira.

THIS VILLA IS CERTIFIED CLEAN AND SAFE BY THE PORTUGUESE TOURIST OFFICE Offering outstanding 360º panoramic views of the sea and mountains, Casa do Julio is a traditional Madeiran house wonderfully located on a bluff overlooking Calheta beach, yet very private and tranquil. The owner has furnished it beautifully combing contemporary furniture with some antique pieces. The outstanding feature of this villa is the surrounding outside terrace that circles the house, a true balcony over the sea and beach. At one end is the lovely infinity heated pool and surrounding sun lounger area, from where you can enjoy watching the boats sailing out from the Marina; at the other is the large traditional built-in covered barbecue and outdoor dining table with the views of the ocean and mountains. In the middle is a bench and a delightful stone table and chairs where you can while away the balmy evenings with a drink in your hand while benefitting from those outstanding views. The living area is all open space is very spacious. The comfortable lounge leads past panoramic windows to the games room with the pool table, and onwards to the dining room and to the kitchen and laundry.

Less than 3 minutes by car (approximately 1,2 kilometres away) is the resort town of Calheta, which, with its man-made golden beaches, is popular with tourists and locals alike. Next to the beach is Calheta Marina where such activities as sailing, diving, big-game fishing are based. This area is also known for its sugar cane production and mill, the oldest of which has been changed into a museum as you descend into town; you may wish to visit and purchase some of the quality local rum. The most contemporary and principal art museum in Madeira is the Casa das Mudas, less than 800m from your villa. In Calheta you will find a good choice of bars and restaurants. The closest is the Convento das Vinhas, only a three minute walk away. There is a handful of boutique shops and a good supermarket. Being based here also allows you great access to the mountains for both sightseeing (Madeira is breathtakingly beautiful) and walking (which has become extremely popular along the levadas or for hiking) Ribeira Brava, 10 minutes by car, is the next largest town, and offers a greater election of shops, cafés and restaurants, and a couple of supermarkets.