Accommodating 2 guests, this vacation home features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Guests can enjoy outdoor activities like windsurfing and snorkeling, while the golf course is nearby. The porch provides a relaxing outdoor area, and nearby attractions include Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Laurisilva of Madeira.
Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Garden
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Loreto, Calheta
beach near Serra de Água
Place, beach near Serra de Água
4 min drive
Casa das Mudas Arts Center
Place, Casa das Mudas Arts Center
7 min drive
Cascata dos Anjos
Place, Cascata dos Anjos
10 min drive
Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
Airport, Funchal (FNC-Cristiano Ronaldo)
54 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Schlafzimmer 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Badezimmer 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden
Checked and approved by MADEIRA - TOURISMO 'Casa Escola Velha' was, as the name suggests, the old school house in the small town of Loreto. Loreto is famous for its many regional festivals with flower-covered streets and the 'Espedata' meat skewers grilled over an open fire, a specialty of Madeira Island.
The building, formerly the schoolhouse of Loreto, was adapted as a holiday home and renovated with great attention to detail. This made it possible to reconcile the special flair of the old stone house with a modern design and modern technology.
The stone construction creates a special indoor climate inside the house pleasantly cool in summer and warm in winter.
Particular attention was paid to a high level of living comfort and functional furnishings. Whether a week or two months, a stay at 'Casa Escola Velha' will be a feel-good vacation!
Should an evening be cooler in the winter months, the house naturally has an electric heater!
On the ground floor, a well-equipped kitchen with gas / electric cooker, fridge / freezer, microwave / grill, coffee machine, toaster, kettle and dishwasher.
In the living room a cozy seating area, a comfortable sofa with reading corner, international cable TV, German programs via satellite. DVD player and free unlimited internet access via W-LAN.
A staircase leads from the living room to the 1st Floor, here you will find a lovingly furnished bedroom with a double bed and a view of the endless Atlantic. A dressing table and enough space for your wardrobe are a matter of course.
Furthermore, on the first floor there is a spacious bathroom with a bathtub, an extra shower, washing machine, drying rack and towel dryer.
From the bedroom there are also 2 stairs down to the garden, which is protected by Solandra and Buganvilla. In the garden itself, Rien relic, palm trees, protea, lots of flowers, bananas and cacti as well as an herb bed with fresh seasonal herbs.
A well-equipped barbecue, garden furniture, parasol and sun loungers are a matter of course. A private parking space for 2 cars is located directly behind the house.
The house is in a quiet location, just a 1-minute walk from the town center with a bar, cafe, pizzeria / Italian restaurant, mini market / bakery, bank and taxi rank. Depending on the catch, fresh fish is offered in the morning by the local fishermen. Only about 7 minutes drive away is the main town of Calheta with 'Calheta Beach' the most beautiful sandy beach on the island, a supermarket, restaurants, fish restaurants and a harbor promenade with bars, shops and the possibility of boat tours with whale watching along the fascinating south coast of Madeira. Also worth seeing, the Casa das Mudas Museum, with great architecture and art exhibitions, like the old rum factory, once a year an island-typical Aquardente is made from sugar cane from the area
'Casa Escola Velha' is also ideal for hiking tours, the next Levada hiking trail crosses the road to the Paul da Serra plateau approx. 1 km above the house and can also be reached on foot in a short time. The plateau itself is the starting point for countless hikes by car in about 10 minutes. The road continues via Fanal and Ribeira da Janela through laurel forests to Porto Moniz, the northwesternmost point of Madeira. From here continue along the old road to the lighthouse of Ponta Pargo, the westernmost point. From here, a new expressway leads along the towns of Faja da Ovelha and Prazeres back to Calheta.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Calheta
Located in Calheta, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church of Our Lady of Light and Eglise de Faja da Ovelha are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurisilva of Madeira and Ponta Do Sol Beach. Casa das Mudas Arts Center and Centro Cultural John Dos Passos are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
Is Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden?
As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden on 2 Feb 2027 start from AU$1,255, 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 Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Holiday house 'Casa Escola Velha' comfortable with flair, and new winter garden located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Casa das Mudas Arts Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Laurisilva of Madeira and Church of Our Lady of Light. Beachside Square and Centro Cultural John Dos Passos are also within 6 miles (10 km).