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CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta)

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Porch or veranda

Explore the area

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Ilha da Madeira
  • Place, beach near Serra de Água
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Funchal Marina
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Porto Moniz Natural Pools
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta)

The Old Arch House was the full recovery of a secular and historical property. Located in the center of Arc parish of Calheta, has 6 bedrooms, all with private bathroom and equipped with TV, with digital broadcasting and cable and internet. One of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor and meets the conditions necessary for use by persons physically conditioned.
The Old Arch House also has a fully equipped kitchen (fridge, ceramic hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle and blender) dining room and living room with home cloakroom and even a reading room. The service area includes a laundry and ironing.
Outside and underneath a porch, there is a barbecue with a dining table for 12 people and a small garden planted with herbs. The Old Arch House has a swimming pool with solarium in an area with good sun exposure.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 8009/AL
Property # 1820740
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Calheta

Calheta is home to this holiday home. 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Achadas da Cruz Cable Car are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Laurisilva of Madeira and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Lava Pools are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Ilha da Madeira

What's nearby

  • beach near Serra de Água - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Funchal Marina - 36 min drive - 36.0 km
  • CR7 Museum - 37 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Funchal Farmers Market - 37 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Porto Moniz Natural Pools - 39 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Sra Maria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laranjeira's Snack Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taberna da Madalena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Rochão - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leme Marisqueira - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta) have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta)?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is CASA ARCO OLD - 5 minutes from the Serra and the Sea (center of Calheta) located?

Situated in Calheta, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Casa das Mudas Arts Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of Our Lady of Light and Beachside Square. Ponta Do Sol Beach and Laurisilva of Madeira are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mat W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very impressed with the property The only hitch being that the pool was very cold. Otherwise the host was very accommodating, property was far better than expected by the pictures. Very reasonably priced. Highly recommend
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Valérie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay.

The house conformed to the description. Sylvia's welcome was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holidays with friends

comfortable, large, beautifully decorated house , each bedroom with a separate bathroom, nice host
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent villa

A huge villa with lots of space. It had everything we needed, the villa was clean and the host was very welcoming and was always available to help. The pool was very nice and the outside barbecue was an added bonus. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Madeira!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christophe g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location

super
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christophe k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Casa vella arco de calheta

very nice and spacy house with big rooms with a bathroom for each a nice view would have been great but quiet environement was really appreciated
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marian

We are very satisfied with the house and we recomend this beutifull house for everybody wishing to spent nice holiday at Madeira.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday villa in Madeira

A wonderful week in Madeira and staying at Casa Arco Calheta was a perfect choice. We were two families sharing the house. Very spacious almost felt like a small hotel. We had all the comforts one would need for a self catering holiday. Silvia was very helpful. The only small issue we had was that the advert said we could access the property at 16h00, but we only got keys/access after 19h00.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, Unbelievable, Just Great

Amazing house, Superb location. I cannot say even one bed word.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

Firstly, the photographs in VRBO do not do this villa justice, it's huge! Villa was well furnished and Silvia was really quick at getting backmtomus if we needed help. The only improvement would be to have either A/C or fans, as it was hot at night.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Callheta gateway

We recently stayed at this holiday house and it was an incredible experience! The property was immaculate, beautifully furnished, and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, offering breathtaking views and easy access to local attractions. The host was incredibly hospitable and made us feel right at home. I would highly recommend this holiday house to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway! Many greetings, Clara
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Noemi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Overall okay

We were a group of 10 friends looking for an affordable place to stay together, and this was the perfect choice. The house was exactly as described in the adv. Clean and big but not so well-equipped (we only had salt in the kitchen and not enough toilet paper) and the wifi didn't work well. While the location isn't the best, having cars made it easy to explore the island, so it wasn’t an issue for us. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cláudio C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boa

A repetir
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Massive property

Large property which was beautifully presented. It would benefit from an umbrella shade for the table near the pool. There wasn't any air-conditioning which was disappointing as this as listed as having it
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant family holiday

A really generous sized villa finished to a high standard. We were on a family holiday with 8 adults & 4 children - there was ample room. There are 3 bars on foot (we didn’t eat there but did drink). A car is required for shopping, only a few minutes drive to Calheta front for the supermarket but a steep walk so you could not do a shop and carry back. We loved our stay here, there isn’t air conditioning however which is stated in the advert. Silvia is a fantastic host and helped us with local information and even did a shop for us as we arrived late - massively appreciated. Would definitely recommend the villa as well as the area, we did a couple of hikes which were spectacular. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our own private mansion with pool

This place was very spacious and mansion-like. There were lots of places to relax and a wonderful pool to dive into at the end of the day's exploring. We encountered some bad weather but the house was weather tight, peaceful and although high up on a hill, it felt very grounded and safe. There were little bars and restaurants within walking distance and a church spire next door to help us navigate our way back. The kitchen could benefit from just a few complimentary extras like dish washing liquid, handy towels, pepper (salt was provided), sugar and perhaps tea. But we did get a lovely welcome bottle of port and a delicious local cake from our host. We all agreed it would be good to have a few more hooks or towel rails in the bedrooms to hang the wet ones. Minor points only. The stay was fantastic and the host Silvia was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!Communication with Silvia was very easy and smooth — she was always fast and accurate in replying via whatspp.We were a group of couples in our 50s, and the villa was just ideal for us. The spacious layout allowed everyone to enjoy time together while still having plenty of privacy. Each couple having their own bedroom with a private bathroom made the stay especially comfortable and pleasant.The villa is large and extremely comfortable, with generous common areas where we could all be together even while doing different things — cooking in the kitchen, eating at the dining table, relaxing on the sofas, working at the desk, or having an aperitivo in the garden. The open-space layout made everything feel very connected and cozy.The kitchen is big, spotless, and very well-equipped. Wi-Fi works well in the common areas (not so much in the bedrooms).All the bedrooms have comfortable beds, a desk, a large wardrobe, and a private bathroom with a shower. Everything was clean and tidy.Having a washing machine, dryer, and dishwasher was a huge plus! There’s also a lovely pool (we didn’t use it much as we came mainly for hiking).A few minor drawbacks: we noticed some insects (quite normal for the area) and a few pieces of furniture could use an update — Silvia told us this is already planned for this winter.The location is perfect, and there’s plenty of parking space (you do need a car to get around).We would absolutely recommend!
Parking area
Swimming pool
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war sehr schön
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rui L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adoramos
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulien v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top vakantiehuis! Schoon, ruim. Heerlijk privé zwembad, met zwembadhandoeken.Alles aanwezig in keuken en huis.Host is vriendelijk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inchecken was makkelijk.Het huis is groot en erg comfortabel.6 volledig ingerichte slaapkamers met eigen douche en toilet.Bbq was groot en schoon.Prettig zwembad.Parkeerplaatsdrempel was jammer genoeg te hoog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

belle et grande maison

Comme annoncé par Sylvia le mobilier et la maison vont faire l'objet d'une sérieuse rénovation ;des revetements simili qui partent en lambeaux,des peintures un peu defraichies...sinon le wifi un peu trop restrictif,la piscine non chauffee alors que le systeme existe...le parking non entretenu..mais bref sinon nous avons fait avec et c'etait bien
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Preciosa casa, muy limpia y cómoda

No tiene vistas al mar. Fácil para hacer excursiones. Imprescindible coche. Las habitaciones amplias y conodas
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfeito para férias em família

Casa com todas as comodidades e conforto para ter umas ótimas férias em família. Lugar tranquilo e com boa vizinhança. Limpeza irrepreensível. Tudo 5 estrelas Re
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edorta A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Genial

La amplitud de la casa la piscina zona de barbacoa son excelentes asi como las habitaciones con baño peivado para cada uno De los huespedes!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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