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The Garden of Paradise

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A garden with a stone fountain, lush greenery, and a clear blue sky.
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white bar stools, and patterned wallpaper.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, a large ornate mirror, a vase with flowers, and a white chair.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a matching ottoman, a large patterned rug, and a cabinet with decorative items.
A dining room with a round table, chairs, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the walls.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, madeire
  • Place, Palheiro Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Palheiro Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Madeira Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Garden of Paradise

In the last century, many prominent figures built “quintas” or “quintinhas” in the hills above the capital to relax or while away their time under the bougainvilleas. At the time, Madeira was a resort destination where the nobility came to recuperate. Empress Sisi stayed there, and the last emperor was buried there.<br> It is in one of these quintinhas that you can relax and enjoy the “Island of Flowers.”<br>We’re on an island, and with a little luck, you’ll be able to spot whales or dolphins (April through October) or, at the end of the year, witness the magical fireworks display—one of the largest in the world (6 km in diameter, 17 metric tonnes of explosives, 8,000 explosions in 8 minutes) (a tip: the best view is from a boat)<br>Villa in a park accessible by all types of vehicles.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 3:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 530570/AL
Property # 2024132a
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Cristo Rei and Fort of Sao Tiago are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Funchal Marina and Garajau Cable Car. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Natural History and Madeira Botanical Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Santa Cruz, madeire

What's nearby

  • Palheiro Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Pinnacle Viewpoint - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Palheiro Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Madeira Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Madeira Botanical Garden - 12 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Vista d'António - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grill Traineira Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O Picadinho - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Venda do Bello - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casa de Pasto das Eiras - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Garden of Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Garden of Paradise?

As of 11 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Garden of Paradise on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$711, 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.

How much is parking at The Garden of Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Garden of Paradise?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Garden of Paradise?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is The Garden of Paradise located?

This family-friendly Santa Cruz holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Palheiro Gardens, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of Natural History and Madeira Botanical Garden. Complexo Balnear Barreirinha and Reis Magos Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Had a lovely time, and the accommodation was great, but it could do with a shower in the bathroom
Stayed 23 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Splendid

The house, the location, the garden, everything is quite splendid. I was there for 3 months and enjoyed every minute. The hosts are very caring and went out of their way to make my stay enjoyable.
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very Private, beautifully renovated

Great hosts helped us with car hire. The house and furniture was very clean and furnished to a very high standard. Fast wifi with Apple TV. Although not necessary I would recommend a car to stay here The only improvements was the outside paving area needs updating. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tolles Haus mit schönem Garten in ruhiger Umgebung auf einer tollen Insel

Ein tolles großräumiges Haus in einem schönen Garten. Alles vorhanden was man zum Urlaubsaufenthalt braucht. Sehr nette Vermieter, die sich immer erkundigt haben ob wir zufrieden sind und noch irgendwas benötigen. Im Haus auch sehr viel Kartenmaterial in allen Sprachen vorrätig, da findet man jedes Ziel oder Anregungen. Das Haus befindet sich ca. 20 Minuten mit dem Auto vom Flughafen entfernt. Flugzeuglärm hört man absolut nicht. Im Gegenteil, das Haus befindet sich auf einer Anhöhe und liegt sehr ruhig. Riesiger Supermarkt in ca. 500 Meter Entfernung, da bekommt man alles. Nach Funchal mit Auto 15-20 Minuten. Sehr schöne Altstadt. Insgesamt ist Madeira natürlich ein Superziel zum Urlaub machen. Man kann ohne Ende wandern, baden oder viele andere Sachen erleben. Uns hat es jedenfalls sehr gefallen. Haus und Insel einfach empfehlenswert und Daumen hoch.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Schönes Haus mit Macken

Das Haus ist schön, jedoch sehr dunkel und kalt. Hochwertige Möbel und gute Küche. Bad mit freistehender Badewanne zwar originell, jedoch sehr unpraktisch, speziell nach Wanderung in der Wärme Mit dem Garten riesigen kann man nicht so viel anfangen. Besonders negativ war jedoch, dass jeden Tag sehr laute Musik bis nachts um 2 dröhnte und trotz geschlosser Fenster man nicht schlafen konnte.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2022
Triste de cette appréciation, une quinta et le quintinha était des lieux de villégiature, où la bourgeoisie se reposait, profitant de la fraicheur et des jardins. A Madère vous avez deux types de construction la traditionnel, recherchant la fraicheur se mettant à l'abri du soleil, ou les moderne minimalistes avec des grandes baies vitrée, style californiens, ma maison fait partie de la premières. Ma description n'était pas assez explicite, et que faire d'un jardin avec des arbres centenaires, en profitez ou comme moi y travailler. Et ma baignoire n'a vraiment rien d'original si ce n'est une baignoire. Non je suis vraiment triste que vous n'ayez pu profiter de ma Quintinha et que votre rêve n'ait pu se réaliser. Avec toutes mes excuses. Richard
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

OTTIMA ESPERIENZA, RELAX E CASA MERAVIGLIOSA

Ottima e inaspettata esperienza a Camacha. Stupenda villa tutta a disposizione, che mette a disposizione tutti i comfort. Zona molto tranquilla, molto fresca la sera. Il proprietario, Richard, e la moglie persone molto gentili e ospitali. Assolutamente consigliato.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

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