House well designed, built, maintained, and equipped - very pleasant atmosphere. Electric heater in each room, needed only occasionally in late January. Long south-facing balcony with nice view down to the ocean. Washing machine, cleverly positioned clothesline on balcony, and drying rack easily took care of laundry for 5 adults. On-property parking spot directly in front of house. Bordered by charming ornamental plants and bushes, some flowering, and some, like the laurels, with interesting foliage.
Yard directly east of the house is a raised grassy lounging area. Great view and, at the far side, a really fine outdoor kitchen - traditional Portuguese brick BBQ (charcoal or wood) flanked by sink with running water and counters for food prep, plus lights and electrical outlet.
To the south is a banana grove, to the north a mixed fruit / veggie garden, all still on this property. Bananas not yet ripe, but we enjoyed some collards and a tasty papaya.
This property is on the Quinta da Boa Vista. Also on this quinta - friendly neighbour with big veggie garden and small herd of goats, the Quinta da Boa Vista orchid farm, and other properties.
It's only a few steps to a great padaria, a small but well-stocked grocery, and stops for Horarios de Funchal #32 bus to downtown.
Adelino and family were very hospitable and easy to contact. All 5 adults in our group had a wonderful time here. It was a privilege to experience Funchal and Madeira from the perspective of this