Quinta Devónia by an island apart

The view and garden were lovely, but there was a noticeable smell of mold.

Agnese·Vor 2 Wochen

This house sits above the clouds, literally! The view from the terrace is unforgettable and the garden is very large. It’s a great escape from the bustle, close to the beautiful Funchal. Madeira is a must‑visit, especially from this base (you’ll need to rent a car).

Borremans·Vor 2 Wochen

The location is beautiful and peaceful, high up in the mountains above Funchal. The road to get there is very steep, making it hard to walk up or down.

M·Vor 4 Wochen

“Quaint, tranquil rustic”

I’d definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for something special with real character 🥰 The old, self‑contained stone property is surrounded by beautiful flowers and feels both lovely and safe, thanks to its gated entrance. The country setting is peaceful, secluded, and tranquil, and the outdoor area—complete with new sun beds and chairs—is totally private and quiet. The mezzanine bedroom opens onto the outside, which is just super. The kitchenette is handy, featuring a new kettle, toaster, and coffee machine, with filters tucked under the counter. A new fridge‑freezer and freshly painted kitchen give a good look. We felt sad to leave 😔 The owners texted to check we had everything and responded quickly. From earlier reviews I know any negative feedback has been addressed, like replacing wooden sauce spoons with plastic and adding electric heaters for central heating issues. The bathroom still needs renovation, but it was clean and acceptable; the owners will tackle it when they can, though it will be a big job. The internet was a bit unreliable on the first night, so I switched the whole thing off at the wall, waited 5 minutes, and the rest of the week was fine.

Elizabeth·Vor einem Monat

“Looks beautiful but isn’t comfortable to stay.”

The cottage had an amazing look, vibe, and natural setting—absolutely beautiful and very aesthetically pleasing. I’d love to live there! The daily drive up and down the steep hill was an adventure, and the parking, living area, and kitchen were spacious. Unfortunately, the cottage was hot and stuffy, and the bed was uncomfortable, so we had bad sleep every night due to the heating. We couldn’t open the windows because mosquitoes would come in, and the host said an AC or fan wasn’t needed because the mountains are cool. The shower was so cold that I only managed two rushed hot showers, while my husband got three during our week. We tried letting the water run for 5+ minutes to warm up, but it never did, which felt wasteful. Because of the cold showers, we never felt fully clean and had to rely on baby wipes. The dogs in the area howled all night, which was annoying. I love dogs, but the hot, uncomfortable sleeping and cold showers left us cranky and tired. I really wanted to love this whimsical cottage, but it’s not comfortable for a week or more. If you’re from a hot country and don’t need AC, it might be fine, but if you’re from a colder climate like us, I’d avoid staying here.

Jenna·Vor einem Monat