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5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10450 sq m
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor barbecue
Explore the area
Funchal, Madeira
Civic Center of Santa Maria Maior
Place, Civic Center of Santa Maria Maior
3 min walk
Madeira Botanical Garden
Place, Madeira Botanical Garden
10 min walk
Funchal Farmers Market
Place, Funchal Farmers Market
19 min walk
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay!
Welcome to Villa Cary!
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Funchal Bay from one of the most stunning viewpoints on Madeira Island. Our luxurious yet cozy retreat is the perfect getaway for families, whether small or large, accommodating up to 10 guests. Enjoy exclusive access to our crystal-clear infinity pool and year-round barbecue facilities, designed to make your stay truly unforgettable.
This amazing bright and spacious Villa has four en suite bedrooms with breathtaking ocean views in the first level and another bedroom in level 0, also with a bathroom beside it. The Villa is fully equipped with everything you need for a dream vacation. Experience the joy of our large outdoor terrace and garden, which offer stunning views of the sea and downtown Funchal. It’s the perfect setting to bask in the sun or enjoy delightful meals outside. Step into the spacious kitchen, fully equipped with everything you need for your culinary adventures. It seamlessly connects to the living room, providing a welcoming atmosphere for guests to interact. A unique highlight is the opportunity to cook with fresh herbs and vegetables you can personally harvest from the garden. We provide essential cooking basics, including olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and a selection of herbs and spices, along with some tea and coffee for your enjoyment. For outdoor cooking enthusiasts, our barbecue area is ready for use, complete with charcoal, lighters and all necessary tools. Enjoy the comfort of fresh bed linens and towels provided weekly during your stay. If you're traveling with little ones, we can arrange a cot and high chair upon request to ensure their comfort. Our laundry facilities include a washing machine and all necessary detergents to keep your clothes fresh. Additionally, ample free parking spaces are available outside the villa for your convenience.
The entire villa is private and exclusively accessible to guests.
Now retired and back in Portugal, I, Vera, the owner, divide my time between the mainland and this beautiful island after spending eight years in the United Kingdom. I'm delighted to be your host, supported by my friendly and talented team, Ana Bela and Lúcia Ramos. We are here to ensure you feel completely at home. Whether you need recommendations for the best activities and places to explore, scenic 'Levada' hiking trails, local supermarkets, unique spots, beaches, boat trips, or even hidden gems far from the tourist crowds, we’ve got you covered. That said, once you arrive at the villa, you might find it hard to leave its charm! :)
Additional information:
1. Pool Heating The pool can be heated for an additional fee.
2. Tourist Tax To comply with local regulations, we are implementing the recently introduced Tourist Tax (Municipality of Funchal - Regulation No. 764/2024). Starting October 1, 2024, local accommodations in Funchal will charge a fee of €2 per person, per night, for up to 7 nights. Children up to and including 12 years old are exempt. The property owner is responsible for collecting and remitting this fee to the Municipality of Funchal. - For reservations confirmed before October 1, 2024, the tax must be paid during your stay and can be settled in cash or via bank transfer. - For new bookings, the tax will already be included in the applicable charges.
3. Guest Information Requirement Guests will be required to provide personal data, including name, date of birth, ID card/passport number, nationality, and country of residence. This submission is mandatory under article 45 of the Schengen Agreement and the recent Local Accommodation law in Portugal. This data will be communicated to AIMA (formerly SEF – Foreigners and Borders Service).
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Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 47390/AL
About the area
Funchal
Located in Funchal, this villa is near a water park. Embroidery Museum and Funchal Sacred Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Madeira Botanical Garden and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha. Travelling with kids? Consider Funchal Municipal Garden and CR7 Museum. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Civic Center of Santa Maria Maior - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Madeira Botanical Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Funchal Farmers Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Town Square - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Funchal Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Barreirinha Bar Café - 19 min walk
Banana's Pub - 3 min drive
Padaria Sésamo - 13 min walk
As Asinhas - 9 min walk
Bela 5 - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay!?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay! on 1 June 2026 start from AU$832, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy the luxury of the villa and the amazing view of Funchal Bay! located?
This family-friendly Funchal villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Civic Center of Santa Maria Maior and Funchal Farmers Market. Madeira Botanical Garden and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The villa was an excellent choice for our stay in Funchal: spotlessly clean, with a spacious layout full of natural light, a very well‑equipped kitchen with everything needed for cooking, and a beautiful view over the city and sea that we enjoyed at all times of day. The location is also very convenient, in close proximity to Funchal’s center while still feeling quiet and relaxing, which made it easy to explore the city and come back to a peaceful home base. On top of that, the owner was extremely caring and mega responsive throughout our stay, which made the whole experience smooth, comfortable and truly enjoyable.
Igor S.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Igor, thank you so much for your kind words. The Villa was obviously very well looked after during your stay; thank you for that.
You were the guests we are always hoping for!
We loved everything about the house. Spacious, clean and the kitchen was well equipped. Comfortable beds, the garden is so nice and we loved being able to use vegetables and herbs. Beautiful view! Vera is the perfect host. We recommend this house!!!
Franziska S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Hello Franziska,
Sorry for only replying to your review now, but I’ve only just seen it. Maybe it’s because of my 57 years that I’m not very good at managing the platforms, and I’m rarely notified about reviews, which only happened just now.
Still, I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to thank you for your kind review, which really touched me.
Thank you for your kindness. If you ever come back to Funchal, you know how to find me.
Warm regards,
Vera@Villa Cary
If you have gotten this far, book this place. It’s magical! By far the best vacation rental we have booked in 25 years. Utterly perfect. Stunning views, whole back of the house opens up to overlook Funchal, while having complete privacy at the same time. House is so well laid out. I’d build this house for myself.
Paul F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
Thank you, Paul!! I was truly touched by your review. As I mentioned before, I’m a civil engineer and this house was designed by me, so I feel very proud when someone appreciates my design. Thank you very, very much for your message!!
Warm regards,
Vera@Villa Cary
Thank you again Vera for a beautiful stay at Villa Cary…. this is as you know one of my favorite places in the world to start and you make the process extremely easy for us to enjoyAll our best Dennis and Lena
Dennis and Lena D.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Dear Dennis and Lena,
It was truly a pleasure to welcome you back to Villa Cary — thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy you had another wonderful stay, and it’s always our goal to make things as seamless and relaxing as possible for you. Looking forward to welcoming you again anytime!
All the very best,
Vera@Villa Cary
Thank you, Jean-Philippe. I appreciate the way your cared for the house. You treated it as if it were your own. It was a pleasure having you as guests.
Great house in a great location. Views are spectacular. A quick drive down the hill to downtown or access to the freeway to go elsewhere.
Would definitely stay here again.
The property is more spectacular in person than the pictures can show. Ruben was a wonderful host and went above and beyond to check us in, arrange an airport transfer and answer all questions quickly during our stay. I wish we would have had more time to enjoy the property and Funchal. All representations in the listing are accurate. 11/10!
We had a fabulous stay at Villa Cary at Easter 2024. The Villa is stunning and we enjoyed the views and the pool as well as the spacious and well appointed interior. As we had mixed weather during our stay the games room was also extensively used. The old town is a short if steep walk away and taxi back. We would thoroughly recommend this property and Ruben was also an excellent host.
David L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Obrigado Lovely Guests, Big Pleasure to receive you!
The villa was amazing. We had a great time. The hosts kept us informed and gave great and numerous recommendations for day trips and restaurants. We did not do the day trips however the restaurant recommendations were all lovely, good value and amazing food. The views of the sea and town were spectacular but means a very steep walk down into the old town (which keeps you fit especially if you go up hill too). Would definitely recommend. Thank you
Our stay at the Villa Cary was an absolute delight from the moment we entered the villa. As mentioned in the title the view is breathtaking overlooking the city lights of Funchal, we could watch the Atlantic Festival fireworks from the villa. Rooms are spacious & each of us having our own bathroom is a plus. My girlfriend was originally from Madeira Island which made our stay even more enjoyable. Rúben’s, our host was outstanding very informative and a pleasure to work with before and during our stay in Funchal. I would highly recommend Villa Cary for both comfort and all the amenities that are listed which made our holiday the Best Ever !!!
Where to start! We were greeted by Ruben who was the kindest and most knowledgeable host! He took time to show us around the villa and explain all the amenities. As soon as we entered we were blow away by the view overlooking Funchal bay. The pool was lovely and we made use of the outdoor BBq area. The games room was also very well equipped and had great fun playing snooker with the kids. There is a washing machine which was very useful and plentiful bath and pool towels. The villa was spotlessly clean!
Absolutely stunning home. Within walking distance to Old Town and also some nice local cafes, bakeries and restaurants. Be prepared for the walk uphill or better still, take a cab back.
Ruben was amazing. Excellent communication throughout and lovely guest basket upon arrival.The herb and vegetable gardens were a huge bonus.
Discovered a local restaurant, The Wings. Generous portions and delicious. Also the Infinito Wine Bar - Old Town - is a unique experience. Excellent food but without reservations, unlikely you'll be able to get a table. Usually no more than 6 or so guests at any given time.
Enjoy your stay in Funchal!
Reuben was a superb host. Very welcoming, friendly and attentive and was available for any advice if needed.
The villa was stunning. Beautiful views down over Funchal and the sea. Modern, very comfortable and well equipped property. Beautiful outside space with inviting infinity pool and own herb and veggie patch. Special personal touches. Lovely welcome pack including appreciated beers after our travels. View from bedrooms were breathtaking out over the sea. The villa has a real wow factor.
Only a few downsides;
The £ price advertised on VRBO website was unexpectedly £200+ less than we actually paid, once the total was converted into Euros and an additional foreign exchange fee was applied.
Neighbourhood guard dogs were very noisy throughout the night and kept some of us awake.
Oven door was distorted so didn’t hold temperature.
Otherwise a superb holiday destination and property. We loved our stay thank you.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
Thank Lovely Guests, for the review.
Yes, the dogs some times noisy throughout the night, special whem they see cats in the streets during the nigth, sometimes is hard to control, Sorry.
All the Best was a Pleasure.
We have had a fantastic holiday. The house and the view has been beyond our imagination, the picturs of the house are really good, but the place is even better in reality.
All necessary things for the kitchen were already here when we came, and we love the concept of the ongoing bar, meaning that everybody just leaves their left overs liquor and then you end up with an most i teresting bar.
Everywhere in the house is was so clean and nice, and we got thebest welcome from Ruben, that we could possible wish for.
Only two small things to be aware of: coming from Denmark where we all have our separate blankets to sleep with, having to share one big blanket was a little too romantic for our two cousins, so one of them found an extra in the basement. Also we had rented a car, and there is a perfect garage in the house, but I must admit the streetes of Funchal are quite diffifult to manage as they are very steep and narrow. We should just have used the very good taxi company, that Ruben gave us the number for.
All together is has been the best possible holiday and we hope to come back to Vila Cary.
susie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thank You! Obrigado! You are great Guests, Much Love From is!
The villa was spacious and comfortable, more than enough room for our group of nine. Everything you could need was there, fancy coffee machine, well stocked kitchen, towels, games etc. The villa was a perfect location. Vera was great with communication and ensuring our stay was comfortable. I would highly recommended this beautiful villa.
Judy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the villa and that it had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. It’s great to know the space worked well for your group and that you made the most of the amenities and location.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m so glad I could help make your stay as smooth and enjoyable as possible. I truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Warm regards,
Vera@Villa Cary
Excellent séjour. Maison confortable et vue splendide, avec suffisamment d'espace pour que notre groupe de 10 ne se trouve pas à l'étroit.Il y a certes les aboiements des chiens alentours qui ont pu déranger nos nuits, mais leur présence est assez générale sur l'île. C'est encore la chambre du rdc qui était la plus calme à cet égard. A noter cependant que celle-ci ne dispose pas de sdb privée et semble ne pas avoir été destinée à y dormir en 1er lieu. Elle donne sur le carré potager avec une orientation ouest. Donc tout de même moins grandiose que les 4 chambres de l'étage.Très bonne réactivité de Vera et de son équipe qui ont répondu rapidement aux questions que nous pouvions avoir.Un grand merci à elles.
Séléna S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Merci Sélena pour vos paroles aimables. Juste une petite précision pour expliquer pourquoi la chambre du rez-de-chaussée ne dispose pas de salle de bain. Je suis ingénieure civile et j’ai conçu et construit cette maison pour ma famille de cinq personnes, donc cette pièce servait de bureau. Avec le temps, les enfants ayant grandi et quitté la maison, j’ai décidé de transformer la villa en hébergement local afin de permettre à d’autres personnes de profiter de ce que je considère comme une maison fabuleuse avec une vue incroyable sur Funchal. Je suis ravie que vous ayez adoré vos vacances dans ma villa.
Hallo Vera,Vielen Dank für deine Gastfreundschaft.Dein Haus ist wunderschön, tadellos sauber und mit allem ausgestattet, was man sich wünschen kann. Ihr seid phantastische Gastgeber.Wir haben uns rundherum sehr wohl gefühltund kommen sehr gerne wieder!Besser geht es nicht!Der perfekte Urlaub!LGCornelia
Cornelia M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lupo S.
29 Apr 2019
Traumhaft schön.
Traumhafte Villa, sehr geräumig mit allem was man für einen perfekten Urlaub braucht. Die Aussicht ist unbeschreiblich, das muss man selber sehen. Morgens kann man vom Bett aus die Kreuzfahrtschiffe im Hafen "einparken" sehen und abends vom beheiztem Pool aus wie sie wieder abfahren. Im großen "Spielzimmer" im Keller mit Billardtisch, Kicker, Fitnessgeräte und vieles mehr lassen sich auch mal Schlechtwetter Tage überbrücken.
Ruben hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen und alles erklärt sowie wertvolle Tipps gegeben.
Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub.
Danke Ruben
Lupo S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yafit N.
12 Dec 2018
Just Perfect
The Villa was amazing.
We had all we needed and a lot more.
The view was breath tacking.
The location is 7 minuts from Funchal city center.
Ruben was a wonderfull host.
Thank you so much Ruben!
Yafit N.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
All was perfect, with this lovely guests! Many Thanks for all the care! Big Hug!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stefan B.
21 Sept 2018
Ein wahrgewordener Traum!!!!
Die Bilder spiegeln wirklich diese Villa wieder. Eigentlich in Natura noch viel schöner. Der Vermieter (Ruben) ist unglaublich aufmerksam. Alles was einen schönen Aufenthalt ausmacht macht, war bis ins Detail vorhanden. Für uns wird es ein unvergesslicher Urlaub bleiben. Wir kommen bestimmt in diese Villa irgendwann zurück. Danke, Danke Ruben.
Stefan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sally T.
13 June 2018
Great Place!
We had a lovely family holiday, Ruben is a great host, Recommended
Sally T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Dear lovely Family, thanks for the beautifull words, we are proud to recieve you!
All the Best
Villa Cary
Rúben and Vera
Verified
10/10 Excellent
graziella g.
12 May 2018
Génial !
Une superbe location avec un acceuil parfait !
graziella g.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
So good dear Family! Thank You so Much! Much Love Rúben and Vera
Verified
10/10 Excellent
arthur f.
8 Mar 2018
Excellent location and view for a relaxing holiday
This spacious house proved to be an excellent location for a fabulous holiday. It's all about the view. No need to travel to viewing points around the island, you have it all from this beautiful house. Four ensuite bedrooms were excellent for a small group of friends. The open plan kitchen/dining/living were superb for easy living and relaxed dining. A kitchen is not something I am concerned about for a holiday let but the facilities were great and encouraged the group to stay around, cook and chat. Ruben was an excellent, accommodating and helpful host. You could not ask for better. We will be back.
arthur f.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Lovely Friends, was really a pleasure to read this amazing words, hope that life smiles always to you all.
Best Regards
Rúben and Vera
Archival
10/10 Excellent
michael w.
21 Dec 2017
Großzügige Villa mit traumhaftem Ausblick
Ruben hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen und uns das Haus prima erklärt. Der Kühlschrank war mit Getränken und frischem Gemüse aus dem Garten gefüllt, Gewürze, Grundzutaten, WC Papier, Zewa, Wasch- und Geschirrspülmittel waren auch vorhanden. Holzkohle und Grillanzünder, Mülltüten - alles da! So komfortabel haben wir noch keine Ferienwohnung je erlebt.....! Wir haben oft Billard gespielt und abends Karten auf der Terasse - der Blick auf Funchal mit der Weihnachtsbeleuchtung ist einfach wunderschön. Die Betten sind super bequem, Handtücher sind ausreichend vorhanden, die ganze Villa ist sehr ansprechend eingerichtet und dabei auch noch sehr gemütlich. Wir haben uns sofort zu Hause gefühlt. Zum Einkaufen sind wir nach Camacha gefahren (2 Supermärkte in Autobahnnähe). Man kann prima nach Funchal in die Altstadt runter laufen (Treppenweg unterhalb der Villa nehmen), dauert ca. 30 Minuten. Der Rückweg ist auch im Dunkeln gut beleuchtet und dauert ca. 40 Minuten. Gutes Schuhwerk ist hierbei zu empfehlen. Wir hatten häufig Nieselregen, was uns aber auch tagtäglich wunderschöne Regenbögen bescherte. Wir durften Rote Beete, Lauch und Brokkoli aus dem Garten ernten und uns am Kräuterhochbeet bedienen - ein wirklicher Genuß.
Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder
michael w.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Dears, it is so good to have this good news, Thank You for take of Villa Cary, always open to you! Much Love Ruben and Vera!
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