Harbour Hideaway Traditional Village House

Soak up the sun and sea in this fully equipped, 3 bedroom traditional village house, found up a winding alley beside the harbour, in legendary fishing and surfing village, Paúl do Mar. Situated steps from the protected bay which is ideal for a dip, and with bars, cafés and restaurants on your doorstep, it's the perfect base for exploring the island or for a relaxed break in the chilled, peaceful village. The space The house has 3 storeys, configured as follows; Ground floor - Open plan living room, dining area and kitchen, as well as a half bathroom. 1st floor - Two cosy bedrooms, a shared bathroom with shower and small balcony 2nd floor - Bedroom with A-frame roof, bathroom with shower, laundry area and patio Guest access You will have full and exclusive use of the house and outside areas Other things to note Paúl do Mar is situated in the west of the island about 40 minutes drive from the capital Funchal. It's the perfect village to switch off, kick back and relax, and forget the hustle and bustle of the city. Apart from visiting the neighbouring villages, any sightseeing will require a fair amount of driving. The village has a population of around 850 people although many of the men work away as fishermen. Inhabitants are 90% local, so it's not a bustling tourist hotspot, except for summer evenings when locals and tourists alike flock to Bar da Pedra for a drink and to watch the best sunsets on the island! There is a small supermarket in the village. There is a bakery van that passes through the village each morning. There is also a fruit and vegetable van that visits the village three times a week. Baby equipment is available on request. By Portuguese law all accomodation providers are required to record some basic information about travellers and report these details to our border control (SEF). Therefore, we will need to request all guests' passport information (or EU IDs if applicable) before arrival please. AirBnb is aware of this legislation. We have the right to refuse entry if this information is not provided. Madeira has a subtropical climate and we are fortunate to be surrounded by an abundance of beautiful nature, an environment in which insects and our famous tiny lizards flourish. We conduct regular pest control but despite our best efforts, from time to time a stray bug or creature may wander inside, especially if doors or windows are left open. Registration Details 132072/AL