Just perfect😊
Just perfect😊
An Island Apart - April 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We strive to provide the best service to our guests and your feedback affirms the hard work we put in every day. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Thanks again for your kind words!
This house is amazing! It is really a design object, a great bathroom, a wonderful and well-equip...
This house is amazing! It is really a design object, a great bathroom, a wonderful and well-equipped kitchen. A comfortable bed. It’s spacious. The swimming pool is just extraordinary, with views over the sea and an amazing vegetable garden/banana plantage. This house is close to the Levada nova, it’s a 15 min walk. We were visited by adorable cats in the garden every day. We would surely visit again!
An Island Apart - March 2024
Hello Dimitri, thank you for your wonderful feedback! Ensuring your satisfaction is our goal. Our properties are open and waiting for your return, promising another fantastic stay.
Nous avons passé un séjour incroyable ! L’appartement et la vue étaient magnifiques, nous étions ...
Nous avons passé un séjour incroyable ! L’appartement et la vue étaient magnifiques, nous étions vraiment au calme. La présence d’une place de parking est un énorme plus comparé à d’autres logements. Nous recommandons vivement !! Un grand merci.
Ian S. - February 2024 Canada Beautiful accommodation, clean, modern, and accessible to everywhere on island easily. Private in...
Beautiful accommodation, clean, modern, and accessible to everywhere on island easily. Private infinity pool looks out on sunset and ocean. Private parking.. Booking was easy, and host/greeter very accessible. Would definitely recommend. Accommodation is hot during day (as faces south), so takes some time to cool for sleeeping.
An Island Apart - October 2023
Hi Ian your positive feedback is greatly appreciated, and we're pleased that you had a comfortable stay with us. You're invited to return at any time, and we eagerly await your next visit.
Charlotte L. - February 2024 United Kingdom Absolutely loved the apartment. It’s so stylish and clean, with all the amenities you could need!...
Absolutely loved the apartment. It’s so stylish and clean, with all the amenities you could need!
Fab pool, beautiful surroundings and very private. Would 10000% recommend:)
An Island Apart - May 2023
Hello Charlotte,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
Stefan B. - February 2024 Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, die Ruhe und Aussicht genossen. Ein sehr guter Ort, um ein paar ...
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, die Ruhe und Aussicht genossen. Ein sehr guter Ort, um ein paar Tage zu entspannen und die Seele baumeln zu lassen.
An Island Apart - February 2024
Hello Stefan, your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. You're always welcome back, and we're excited to provide another fantastic experience during your next stay.
Dragan K. - February 2024 such a great place, fully recommend it.
such a great place, fully recommend it.
An Island Apart - February 2024
Dragan your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. You're always welcome back, and we're excited to provide another fantastic experience during your next stay.
Great place to stay in Madeira.
Great place to stay in Madeira.
An Island Apart - January 2024
Hi,
we're grateful for your positive feedback, and we're delighted that your stay was enjoyable. Our properties are open to you at any time, and we can't wait to have you as our guest once more.
Elizabeth D. - January 2024 United States If you like bugs, and no sleep, this property is for you.
Positive:
Beautiful view of the ocean.
Negative:
I'm writing this review to save everyone some time and money. Bottom line: The property might look great in photos, but the reality of it is that the place is infested with bugs, and showing its age with wear and tear. This is NOT a luxury property.
Now, my husband and I are avid travelers, and go on many trips to nature based locales. We are not afraid of a couple of bugs coming in through the window or door, we totally understand that comes with the territory of staying on an island. This an INFESTATION, y'all. We had noticed that the bedroom was infested with ants, not just one or two, but a swarm. Unfortunately, we didn't notice until the last day, and when I brought this to our host's attention, he brushed me off and said "it can really happen" but it is "out of our control". Not the response I would expect from someone looking to take care of their property and guests. The ants even followed us to our next hotel on our trip, they must have been in our clothes and bags.
Another issue is sleep quality- the refrigerator is quite noisy/old and makes loud banging noises all night. So if you're looking to get any sleep, forget that idea.
Lastly, just general cleanliness notes- cups in kitchen were dirty so I decided to run them through the dishwasher to clean again. Fruit on the kitchen counter was moldy. And there was no garbage pail in the kitchen for some reason.
I've only written two negative travel reviews in my life, and this is one of them. I would love the host to sleep here for a night, and then let me know if he thinks all of this is acceptable.
An Island Apart - January 2024
Hello Elizabeth,
We are not at all surprised by your comment, your WhatsApp conversation was very explicit, you didn't even answer my question if you had enjoyed your stay, even if this was a no. You simply started by sending a message asking for money back otherwise you would leave a comment on this platform! It's just not very explicit on the comment, it talks about insect infestation in general, putting it as a title, when the problem was only with ants, which on an island like Madeira, it can really happen, it's not just a problem in my house, it's in general! Ants, when they appear, are usually never one… In your comment you mention that it was a swarm of ants, but that unfortunately you only saw on the last day and you didn't see it before... Conclusion Either you only had this small ant group on the last day, or you didn't have them before, now mentioning that you only saw on the last day something that was so disturbing to you!! I didn't ignore you, I got the full messages! You're the one who didn't answer my question twice, you simply just wanted to get money back, no dialogue, unfortunately for you, we do not sell to comments! You complained about the noise of the fridge and we don't question if it really has a problem, but if you had alerted us to this situation we would be happy to solve it! Do you only complain now in the comment? The fridge is not old, it was put new in the house, it is about 6 years old, no one changes the fridge from year to year, especially the Miele brand! If you haven't found the trash can and don't even send us a message asking, we're not to blame. The trash can is built into the kitchen counter and is still there, I don't know how you didn't find something so simple!
It's normal that you're going to write so much, because you have to justify the grade 1, not even the beautiful view of the sea that you mentioned deserves a 2 😊 ah and I've stayed and stay in the house more times than you did and I always feel good! Thank you.
Mallory R. - November 2023 Overall, we absolutely loved our choice. It is a beautiful property + view. Ponta do Sol is a per...
Overall, we absolutely loved our choice. It is a beautiful property + view. Ponta do Sol is a perfect area if you want to explore the whole island, because it's easy to get to all the other spots but has a nice, local vibe to it for between adventures.
A few downsides:
- The contact on Airbnb asks you to reach out to the property manager, but he was slow to respond. We lost an afternoon of exploring - we were told we could drop off our luggage at noon but no one was there or answering. The contact on Airbnb just kept telling us to get in touch with different people instead of helping on their end and were not helpful considering it was now after 4 pm, past check in, and no one was answering us.
- The jacuzzi is just an empty tub. No jets or bubbles and you have to refill it entirely every time you want to use it which felt wasteful.
- The pool is shared. It says it once in the description, but we missed it. The title & photos implied it was private and we found it misleading.
An Island Apart - November 2023
Hello Mallory,
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We will work on the issues you raised to improve our service. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again at our properties. :)
Eugene B. - September 2023 Amazing modern space, scenic views, and the owner is very responsive. Unfortunately, I had to lea...
Amazing modern space, scenic views, and the owner is very responsive. Unfortunately, I had to leave a 3 star rating due to location, sound from the adjoining unit, and most importantly MOSQUITOES.
While the view from the location is amazing, it’s not walkable to any restaurant or market. If you’re looking for a peaceful/secluded location this would be fine if the unit next door (under the same ownership) is vacant. We could hear just about everything they were doing in the kitchen. Sound from their patio had a clear shot into our master bedroom sliding door. While the temperature is moderate in Madeira you still have to leave doors/windows open to allow air flow due to no HVAC.
MOSQUITOES.I was bit a total of 36 times during a 3 day stay which left nasty red marks that lasted over a week. They buzz in your ear during the night despite killing ~10 a night before heading the bed. I lost too much sleep. If the house had fans or provided plug in ones, this could have been avoided.
An Island Apart - September 2023
Hello Eugene,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback, it’s really important for us to improve each day.
Unfortunately, somethings are out of our control, mosquitos and noise are one of them, we hope you enjoyed your stay and we can see you in the future :)
Nehemiah M. - September 2023 This house is an absolute gem! The pool and ocean views are simply breathtaking. We spent our day...
This house is an absolute gem! The pool and ocean views are simply breathtaking. We spent our days lounging by the pool, soaking in the serene surroundings. The house itself is stylish, comfortable, and well-equipped. Waking up to the ocean views from the bedrooms was a daily delight. The location strikes the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility to local attractions. The property manager was incredibly helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a dreamy escape with a pool and ocean views, this place is a must-visit. We can't wait to return!
An Island Apart - September 2023
Hello Nehemiah,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
We had an amazing stay, the place is great with a nice view of the ocean and the hills filled wit...
We had an amazing stay, the place is great with a nice view of the ocean and the hills filled with houses and banana trees. The swimming pool is awesome after a day of hiking and enjoying late nights in the outside thub. We enjoyed the fresh fruits we were welcomed with!
It’s a great location and great house!
An Island Apart - August 2023
Hello Paul,
Thank you so much for your feedback. It’s really important for us to improve each day.
You will be always welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon.🙂
simone m. - August 2023 Italy Fantastic
The house is really amazing, beautiful pool and seaview.
Very easy location and car park included.
An Island Apart - August 2023
Hello Simone,
Many thanks for your feedback. It’s really important for us to improve each day. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
Absolutely spectacular place. Super private very clean and as advertised in the listing.
It real...
Absolutely spectacular place. Super private very clean and as advertised in the listing.
It really is a special place and would 100% recommend and will be returning next time.
An Island Apart - July 2023
Hello Nick,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
The pool was amazing, and the nearby village of Ponta do Sol was a nice place with good access by...
The pool was amazing, and the nearby village of Ponta do Sol was a nice place with good access by car to other areas of the island. The hosts were very communicative and check in was very smooth. And there were some very cute cats that came to visit each day! One note, there is no air conditioning or fans, which did make some of the warmer days a struggle, and opening the windows did invite in some insects. But overall, we enjoyed our stay.
An Island Apart - July 2023
Hello Bryan,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback, it’s really important for us to improve each day.
We will take into account the issues you mentioned and fix it as soon as possible.
You will always be welcome at our properties :)
This place is truly breathtaking!!! We were there for ten minutes and had already started talking...
This place is truly breathtaking!!! We were there for ten minutes and had already started talking about coming back. The view is stunning, the pool is lovely, and the house is clean and bright and so well equipped. The private parking spot was excellent to have as well as you definitely need a car go get to and from in our experience. Miguel was an amazing host - incredibly responsive and helpful, with great advice and recommendations and allowed us super flexible checkout. Would 100% recommend booking this home for your trip to Madeira - truly one of the best air bnb’s I have stayed in and the surroundings cannot be beat. Thanks for an amazing stay - we will definitely be back!!
An Island Apart - June 2023
Hello Ariel,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
Amazing
The best, we enjoyed it alot.
An Island Apart - July 2023
Hello Elise,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon 🙂
Traumhafte Unterkunft mit wunderbaren Ausblick. Vielen Dank für die Aufmerksamkeiten wie das fris...
Traumhafte Unterkunft mit wunderbaren Ausblick. Vielen Dank für die Aufmerksamkeiten wie das frische Obst oder die Nespresso Kapseln. So war ein gelungener Start in den Urlaub sicher. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
An Island Apart - June 2023
Hello Enrico,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
We had an amazing stay at this place. This is truly a gem!!!!
We rented a car in Madeira and ver...
We had an amazing stay at this place. This is truly a gem!!!!
We rented a car in Madeira and very thankful for the designated parking spot at the Airbnb.
Finding a cab is not that difficult. We did hire a cab in Ponta do Sol called Joel Carvalho Taxi. Very friendly and quick response from them.
Overall our stay was wonderful and we give 5 stars to this place 🙌
An Island Apart - May 2023
Hello Bhavya,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
Charlotte L. - May 2023 United Kingdom Best place we’ve stayed
Absolutely had the best time in the apartment. Amazing team to talk to if we needed, beautiful location and a beautiful place to stay! Would 10000% recommend!!
An Island Apart - May 2023
Hello Charlotte,
Many thanks for your positive feedback. We are glad that it was a pleasant stay. You will always be welcome at our properties and we are looking forward to see you soon :)
Gerne werden wir auf unserer nächsten Madeira Reise wieder hier übernachten!
Gerne werden wir auf unserer nächsten Madeira Reise wieder hier übernachten!
An Island Apart - July 2023
Hello Oliver,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback, it’s really important for us to improve each day.
We will take into account the issues you mentioned and fix it as soon as possible.
You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Beautiful stay & a wonderful host. Highly recommend!
Beautiful stay & a wonderful host. Highly recommend!
An Island Apart - March 2023
Hello Markeese,
Thank you for your nice comment. We are glad to know you enjoyed your stay with us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Manuel F. - December 2022 Lovely home tucked into the hillside! Perfect getaway for my wife and I for a few days. Would sta...
Lovely home tucked into the hillside! Perfect getaway for my wife and I for a few days. Would stay again in a heartbeat
An Island Apart - December 2022
Manuel thank you so much for your nice comment. It really means a lot for us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Tyler S. - December 2022 United States No title
Positive:
No comment
Negative:
No comment
Though this house is separated into 2 side by side rentals, it was very private and I never saw t...
Though this house is separated into 2 side by side rentals, it was very private and I never saw the other guests. The property is beautiful and tropical. Unfortunately it was too cold in Nov to use the beautiful pool, but the private soaking tub was great in the evening and faced the beautiful sunsets. I loved the cozy TV nook for relaxing on rainy nights with a show. Miguel was a very welcoming and responsive host, and I appreciated the fresh welcome fruit basket with bananas and guavas from the yard! Also well equipped with espresso machine and pods. There is a reserved parking space down a narrow street that was perfect when backed into (I had an SUV). Definitely need a car to get around the island as I tried on one evening to get a bolt/taxi or food delivery with no luck. Note that there will be bugs as you are in a tropical location! Beautiful property overall, would recommend!
Jasper R. - November 2022 Germany viel Licht und viel Schatten
Positive:
traumhafte Lage, tolles Design
Negative:
die Vermietungsagentur ist eine Katastrophe
Nicole B. - November 2022 The views make this location unforgettable, and my husband & I enjoyed the apartment very much. ...
The views make this location unforgettable, and my husband & I enjoyed the apartment very much. The bed was comfortable and the house design unique with all the clean lines. A parking spot on flat ground was convenient (strongly recommend renting a vehicle - we used a moto for 2 days and it certainly made getting around much more pleasant. The mountain is very steep!!)
I would love to return and will definitely look this apartment up again.
An Island Apart - November 2022
Nicole we are really glad you enjoyed. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Nicole B. - November 2022 Relaxing apartment for a quiet vacation
We loved staying at this apartment, and we were excited to meet and interact with some of the nearby locals. Strongly recommend renting a car or scooter (we went with a scooter) to make visiting downtown and other sites easier. Staff was welcoming and helpful, and we would love to return!
Stephen S. - November 2022 fantastic place, amazing views, excellent facilities. highly recommend.
fantastic place, amazing views, excellent facilities. highly recommend.
Charlotte H. - November 2022 Really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property, i definitely recommend!
Really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property, i definitely recommend!
Our stay at Casa Da Vargem was great. The property was very clean and comfortable with great view...
Our stay at Casa Da Vargem was great. The property was very clean and comfortable with great views of Madeira in Ponta Do Sol and a nice hot tub and beautiful infinity pool with ocean view. In an area with limited parking, the private parking spot was very nice to have. The host was helpful with an easy to use website to track your stay.
An Island Apart - October 2022
Shane thank you so much for your feedback and nice comment. It's really important for us to know you enjoyed. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Dominik J. - October 2022 Wir können die Wohnung sehr empfehlen. Sie ist sehr schön und man fühlt sich sehr wohl eenn man i...
Wir können die Wohnung sehr empfehlen. Sie ist sehr schön und man fühlt sich sehr wohl eenn man im Haus ankommt. Der Ausblick auf das Meer ist bezaubernd und das Haus bietet viele tolle Orte un die Seele etwas baumeln zu lassen.
An Island Apart - October 2022
Dominik, thank you so much for your feedback. It's really important for us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Look no further! Miguel was such a great host, the check in process was really smooth and when we...
Look no further! Miguel was such a great host, the check in process was really smooth and when we checked in, there was a little surprise with local fruits for us.
The apartment is a beautifully designed, well thought out space. We could tell straight away that many countless hours of planning and effort have been put into the design, layout and decoration of the apartment. The location is also perfect - not too close to the city center, but close enough to reach all highlights nearby.
What we really love about this apartment was the awesome swimming pool and the priceless sunset!
We can really recommend this apartment!
An Island Apart - October 2022
Martin thank you so much for your detailed and awesome feedback. It's really important for us the time you spend writing about us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
We’ve stayed in Airbnb’s all over the world and this was our favorite!! The location, the house s...
We’ve stayed in Airbnb’s all over the world and this was our favorite!! The location, the house set up, pool & hot tub… and THE VIEW!!! This place was even better than the pictures. We loved everything about it and was sad to leave! The cute kittens that would come visit was an added bonus :)
An Island Apart - October 2022
Brandi we are so thankful for such kind words. We are really glad you enjoyed. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
David D. - September 2022 United Kingdom Fantastic apartment, extremely well appointed, appliances all best quality. Bright and airy rooms.
Positive:
Perfect
Negative:
No comment
Klaus H. - September 2022 Germany Einfach Top!
Positive:
Wunderbar zum Abschalten und Runterkommen. Wunderbarer Ausblick. Die Küche ist mit allem Notwendigen ausgestattet. Das Bett bequem. Super ist der Hot-Tub im Garten, zum Kochen darf man sich mit Kräutern aus dem Garten eindecken.
Ein Mietwagen ist der Lage wegen empfehlenswert, mit ÖPNV ist es ein wenig kompliziert.
Negative:
Es sind viele Katzen unterwegs (was an sich ja schön ist). Allerdings haben sie unseren Teil des Gartens zum Revier markieren benutzt. Das bedeutet, man musste morgens erst einmal Tretminen vom Rasen entfernen.
Enzio M. - September 2022 Germany No title
Positive:
Die Lage, die Ruhe, Fernblick aufs Meer , der Besuch der Katze morgens und abends, der Pool, die Nähe zu den Bergen und Wanderungen.
Negative:
Es fehlte ein Tisch für die Terrasse .
Ales J. - September 2022 Czech Republic No title
Positive:
Amazing place - locality, sunset, perfect house, very nice owner.
Negative:
No comment
Merisanu C. - September 2022 Romania No title
Positive:
Honestly not much. The city view is nice. At least the pool was clean and warm.
Negative:
First of all, it was not clean. The floors were dirty, filled with hair strands. The dishes were soiled, the hot tube ( it is not a jacuzzi) was filthy, we scrubbed it down for one hour before we used it.
Second : the place is bug infested. Bugs, spiders... Everywhere. We stayed in two more locations that were proposing the same standards and it was spotless there even regarding the insects. So Vargem has no excuse.
Third: we were greeted by the owner's gf. She told us that the owner left us three wine bottles and if we drink them we have to pay between 50 and 70 euro per bottle. Only one issue : it's bad taste to assume that if we drink them we will try to replace them by buying other bottles. She warned us that those are some rare wines that we cannot find anywhere else and that the price set by the owner is lower than it should be. Fair warning : i did a search just for fun and I found all of them significantly cheaper. Also, she made sure to show us where the mop, bucket and cleaning products were. Maybe she expected that we would do the job thay they were supposed to do.
Fourth : total lack of amenitis.there wasn't even salt in the kitchen. They left behind for 5 days one garbage bin bag and two washing dish pills. That's just being cheap.
Fifth : the photos are a bit misleading. For example: in the photos it might seem that the bamboo wall is right next to the pool. It isn't.
Sixth : the smell. The place smells moldy ( which might be a hazard). Also, the couch smells awful.
Seventh : way too overpriced for what it offers.
An Island Apart - November 2022
Merisanu thank you so much for your detailed feedback. It’s really important for us to improve each day. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Kilian T. - September 2022 United Kingdom No title
Positive:
Great spot for working from.home, watching the sunset every evening with a glass of wine. Plenty of amenities, good appliances and minimalist decor. Bed comfier than most you find.
Negative:
No comment
Ellen C. - September 2022 Netherlands A-MA-ZING
Positive:
The pool, the outdoor shower, the kitchen with sea view the patio garden, the space, the bathroom, the personal recommendations if we wanted a good glass of wine or coffee, I can keep going...
Negative:
Can’t fault a thing for this price!
Marijke B. - September 2022 Netherlands Beautiful house with infinity pool!
Positive:
The infinity pool, the design of the house, the view, the sunset; to have the entire house for your ourselves! Excellent communication with the host, who even brought us fruits. Lovely accommodation!
Negative:
No comment
Daniel K. - September 2022 Sehr gute Lage und ein sehr schönes Haus. Kommunikation war unkompliziert und ging schnell.
Sehr gute Lage und ein sehr schönes Haus. Kommunikation war unkompliziert und ging schnell.
An Island Apart - September 2022
Daniel it's really important for us that you enjoyed. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Behrad B. - September 2022 Absolutely amazing location and beautiful house. This place is super Zen and it makes you feel yo...
Absolutely amazing location and beautiful house. This place is super Zen and it makes you feel you'd want to stay more in than going around to explore :) having a pool is the cherry on top. I highly recommend having a rental car if you want to stay at this property. There's a dedicated parking space which is spacious enough to fit a SUV.
An Island Apart - September 2022
Behrad thank you so much for your feedback. It's really important for us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Séjour parfait dans ce petit coin de paradis !
Grande disponibilité de l’hôte, très sympathique ...
Séjour parfait dans ce petit coin de paradis !
Grande disponibilité de l’hôte, très sympathique et attentionné :)
An Island Apart - August 2022
Céline thank you so much for your nice comment. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
La location est idyllique et exactement conforme aux photos avec une vue sublime sur l’océan. Le ...
La location est idyllique et exactement conforme aux photos avec une vue sublime sur l’océan. Le logement est bien conçu, entièrement refait, et bien situé. La communication avec Miguel a été très simple. Nous y retournerions avec grand plaisir !
An Island Apart - August 2022
Elodie, thank you for your kind feedback.
AMZONG PLACE ! We loved the apartment and would love to come back soon ! A bbqplace is the only ...
AMZONG PLACE ! We loved the apartment and would love to come back soon ! A bbqplace is the only thing we have missed but all in all it is a beautiful stay here on Madeira
An Island Apart - July 2022
Patrick thank you! We are glad to know you enjoyed! You will always be welcome at our properties!
Beautiful house in a beautiful location. Thoroughly enjoyed the views from the pool and organic ...
Beautiful house in a beautiful location. Thoroughly enjoyed the views from the pool and organic garden & produce. The kitchen was well equipped and the bed very comfortable. And as a bonus, car parking spot large enough to fit a full size SUV. Would definitely stay here again.
An Island Apart - June 2022
Hannah thank you for your feedback. it's really important for us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Mooie plek met een lekker zwembad
Mooie plek met een lekker zwembad
An Island Apart - May 2022
Jan thank you for your feedback. It's really important for us. You will always be we.come at our properties :)
Perfect house, great location and the host was very easy to communicate with!
Perfect house, great location and the host was very easy to communicate with!
An Island Apart - July 2022
Tamar thank you for your feedback. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Anastasia K. - August 2022 Wirklich ein sehr schönes Haus.
Wirklich ein sehr schönes Haus.
An Island Apart - May 2022
Anastasia we are glad to know you enjoyed your stay with us :) You will always be welcome at our properties. :)
Stunning home with an incredible ocean view and lovely pool. I would advise that you *definitely*...
Stunning home with an incredible ocean view and lovely pool. I would advise that you *definitely* need a car if you’re staying here as it’s up the mountain - but I would advise this regardless to explore the island. (There is a parking space included!)
The house is modern, excellent kitchen, super comfy bed - it’s really a lovely place to stay.
An Island Apart - June 2022
Alex thank you so much for your nice feedback. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
We had an amazing start of our Madeira honeymoon at Casa da Vargem. A place of architectural beau...
We had an amazing start of our Madeira honeymoon at Casa da Vargem. A place of architectural beauty with all the conveniences you need (also for our baby). The two apartments are smartly situated for maximum privacy. We used the stunning swimming pool a lot, which was a great way to start and finish the day. Our flight was severely delayed so we arrived in the middle of the night, but Beatriz was there to warmly welcome us. We really enjoyed Ponta do Sol as well! Would love to come back again on another special occasion.
An Island Apart - May 2022
Alex thank you so much for your nice and detailed feedback. It's really important for us to know that you enjoyed your stay with us, specially for such a special event as your honeymoon. You will always be welcome at our properties. Best wishes for you and your family :)
My husband and I had a great time staying at this house in Madiera. We throughly enjoyed being he...
My husband and I had a great time staying at this house in Madiera. We throughly enjoyed being here and wished we had booked a longer stay. The check in process was smooth; the place was spotless clean; and Miguel was a sweetheart helping us (even when we locked ourselves out of the home mistakenly). The pool and hot tub were also lovely.
An Island Apart - May 2022
Aisha so nice to know about your feedback :) It's really important for us. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Christian R. - August 2022 Das Appartement ist mit wirklich allem nötigen eingerichtet und sehr geräumig und komfortabel. De...
Das Appartement ist mit wirklich allem nötigen eingerichtet und sehr geräumig und komfortabel. Der (geteilte) Pool und der eigene Hottub sind ein wahres Highlight. Wenn man zu Hause isst oder Zeit verbringt, so kann man zusätzlich einen phantastischen Ausblick genießen. An und Abreise haben perfekt funktioniert. Wir kommen definitiv wieder :)
An Island Apart - July 2022
Christian thank you! We are glad to know you enjoyed! You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Ein wunderschöne Villa mit viel Liebe zum Detail. Die Ausstattung ist sehr hochwertig (speziell ...
Ein wunderschöne Villa mit viel Liebe zum Detail. Die Ausstattung ist sehr hochwertig (speziell in der Küche). Ein Mietauto ist empfehlenswert. Miguel war ein super Host und es hat alles wunderbar funktioniert. Danke für den netten Willkommensgruß! Wir kommen gerne wieder.
An Island Apart - August 2022
Harald thank you ! You will always be welcome at our properties :)
We had a great time in the smaller studio unit. The shared pool is amazing and the hot tub was gr...
We had a great time in the smaller studio unit. The shared pool is amazing and the hot tub was great for our som to play in. Carla and Miguel were very helpful and communication was perfect. We would come back any time!
An Island Apart - November 2021
Thank you for your nice comment. It was a pleasure to have you with us. We hope to see you soon. You are always welcome at our properties.
Das war mit Abstand die schönste Unterkunft in der wir bis jetzt waren. Unsere Erwartungen wurden...
Das war mit Abstand die schönste Unterkunft in der wir bis jetzt waren. Unsere Erwartungen wurden sogar übertroffen. Die Wohnung war super sauber und es fehlte uns an absolut nichts. Wir wurden mit einem süßen Obstkorb begrüßt und fühlten uns sofort wohl. Der Ausblick war einfach atemberaubend und man hatte absolute Ruhe.
Alles in allem waren Miguel und seine Freundin wirklich klasse Hosts und wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen! Vielen Dank für diesen unvergesslichen Aufenthalt! 12/10 ;-)
Wonderful Appartement !!!
We enjoyed our stay so much and highly recommend the place to everyone...
Wonderful Appartement !!!
We enjoyed our stay so much and highly recommend the place to everyone!!
The communication upfront was fast & uncomplicated. The check in worked so nicely!
We enjoyed the private space in the garden a lot with the fabulous view during the cooking nights with fresh spices out of the garden. The small hottop was also a Highlight !!
An Island Apart - July 2021
Thank you so much for your review!
Josephine J. - August 2022 The Airbnb and the property were a dream!! The Airbnb offers a gorgeous setting with fabulous vie...
The Airbnb and the property were a dream!! The Airbnb offers a gorgeous setting with fabulous views over Ponta do Sol. The kitchen is super equipped with top appliances, we were provided a full fruit basket which was really nice, the rooms are great designed and the icing on the cake were of course the pool and the hot tup!! Communication with the landlord was flawless and very very friendly. We were sad to leave, but probably we’ll come back one day!!
An Island Apart - October 2021
Thank you for your wonderful review Josephine. Hope to see you again someday!
Wir hatten eine Wundervolle Woche zu zweit in der Schönen Unterkunft von an Island Apart.
Die Lag...
Wir hatten eine Wundervolle Woche zu zweit in der Schönen Unterkunft von an Island Apart.
Die Lage ist super schön, und wir hatten alles was wir brauchten.
Wir würden auf jeden fall wiederkommen und können nur jedem raten, sich dieses schöne fleck erde zu gönnen.
An Island Apart - July 2022
Torben we are glad to know you enjoyed. You will always be welcome at our properties :)
Super maison, fidèle aux photos. L’accueil était chaleureux et Carla nous a conseiller plein de r...
Super maison, fidèle aux photos. L’accueil était chaleureux et Carla nous a conseiller plein de restaurants et de choses à voir. Foncez vous ne le regretterez pas
An Island Apart - June 2021
Merci pour votre commentaire, Loius. :)
This was a quiet place to stay with plenty of privacy, even though the pool was a shared space. ...
This was a quiet place to stay with plenty of privacy, even though the pool was a shared space. The outdoor soaking tub was amazing!
An Island Apart - July 2021
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Anna! You will always be welcome!
Beautiful views from the apartment. Was a bit too cold to swim in the pool, but the hot tub was p...
Beautiful views from the apartment. Was a bit too cold to swim in the pool, but the hot tub was perfect. Easy access, good wifi. Highly recommended
An Island Apart - May 2021
Hello, thank you for your kind feedback,we are glad to know that you have enjoyed it!
Thank you and see you next time...
Miguel Leça.
This house felt like a dream !
Perfect placefor couple !
Strongly recommend for a romantic trip!
This house felt like a dream !
Perfect placefor couple !
Strongly recommend for a romantic trip!
An Island Apart - June 2021
Hello,we can tell by your feedback that you have spent great moments with us, I would like to thank you for your kindness on the way you described us!
Thank you once again and see you next time!
Miguel and Carla.
This apartment is amazing and the view is fantastic. We had a great experience thanks to the gues...
This apartment is amazing and the view is fantastic. We had a great experience thanks to the guests who gave us a lot of tips on places to go, who were attentive to our needs and very generous. The neighbourhood is calm and allows great relaxation after a day of hiking or surfing. And finally, the highlight is the hot tub facing the ocean and the sunset.
An Island Apart - May 2021
Hello, we are glad to know you have enjoyed your stay, our goal is to satisfy our guest's.
Thank you for your kind feedback and hope we will see you again sometime!
Miguel and Carla.
We had an amazing view to the ocean.
The bed is really comfortable. Enough space for our clothes ...
We had an amazing view to the ocean.
The bed is really comfortable. Enough space for our clothes in the wardrobe. The kitchen is nicely equaled for basic cooking.
We really liked the hot tub since the pool was too cold in March. Recommended.
An Island Apart - April 2021
Hello, thank you for your feedback, it's very helpful for us!
We are glad to know that you have enjoyed your stay.
See you next time!
Miguel Leça.
juste splendide, très propre, une vue magnifique, pensez à réserver une voiture pour pouvoir vo...
juste splendide, très propre, une vue magnifique, pensez à réserver une voiture pour pouvoir vous deplacez dans l'île
An Island Apart - March 2021
Thank you for your review Willem :)
Beautiful house just as shown in the pictures. We especially loved the view over Ponta do Sol and...
Beautiful house just as shown in the pictures. We especially loved the view over Ponta do Sol and enjoyed the private hot tub outside. The accomodation had all amenities we needed and provides a clean and modern interior. Would definitely recommend to stay here!
An Island Apart - March 2021
Hello! We are grateful for your feedback and, we are glad to know you have enjoyed your stay at "Casas da Vargem"!
See you next time!
Obrigado!
Miguel Leça
What a marvelous find of this fantastic house on the island! Miguel made sure we feel like home a...
What a marvelous find of this fantastic house on the island! Miguel made sure we feel like home and fall in love with the place at the first sight. The house looks even better than in the photos as it has a cosy family touch to it. As a bonus it was great to find organic treats upon arrival, and we were welcomed to have herbs from the garden to cook for ourselves. The swimming pool is shared, but we never had a problem with that. The other family used the pool just once during our stay, so they didn’t bother us at all. Hot tub is outdoors and completely out of sight, so it was really nice to enjoy the privacy being outside. We got great recommendations about places to go for sunset, and local restaurants and bars. Washing and drying machine (with some washing powder) were also quite handy.
We will surely recommend this house to others and will be looking to return for such an amazing experience!
An Island Apart - August 2021
Hello, thank you so much for spending a little bit of your time to give us a review! We are very happy with you feedback and hope we will have you again some day.
Michelle S. - August 2022 Der Aufenthalt war von Anfang bis Ende einfach nur perfekt! Perfekte Lage, grosses Apartment, der...
Der Aufenthalt war von Anfang bis Ende einfach nur perfekt! Perfekte Lage, grosses Apartment, der Pool und die hot tub sind ein Traum, man hat einen wunderbaren Blick auf das Meer! Im Garten wachsen Kräuter und Früchte, die man pflücken darf. Kostenlose Benutzung der Waschmaschine und des trockner möglich! Bereitstellung von Bademänteln und Pool Handtüchern, Parkplatz direkt vor dem Apartment. Die Wohnung ist ein Traum, empfehlenswert - immer wieder gerne!
Auch der check in lief reibungslos ab, wir haben noch super insider Tipps bekommen, die Kommunikation war einwandfrei!
An Island Apart - June 2021
Thank you for your great review Michelle. :)
Dieses Ferienhaus ist einfach perfekt. Die schlichte Architektur mit Einbezug der Natur und mit v...
Dieses Ferienhaus ist einfach perfekt. Die schlichte Architektur mit Einbezug der Natur und mit viel Privatsphäre ist extrem clever. Dazu kommen noch die hochwertigen Materialien und die exklusive Aussicht, die spektakulär eingesetzt werden. Wir haben hier vier wunderschöne, ruhige und unvergessliche Tage verbracht und kommen bestimmt wieder! Übrigens: Wir hatten keinen Mietwagen und nutzten stattdessen lokale Taxis. Oder wir gingen zu Fuss. Vom Haus aus kann man in wenigen Minuten direkt zur erhöhten Kirche wandern und dort einen sehr schönen Levada-Walk machen ( Moinho). Ein kleiner Lebensmittelladen mit Bar ist gleich unterhalb der Kirche. Da die ganze Gegend recht steil ist, sollte man aber gut zu Fuss sein. Fazit: Wer ein paar Tage Paradies nötig hat, sollte sich unbedingt für dieses wirklich tolle Airbnb entscheiden. Nochmals herzlichen Dank für diese tollen Tage an Carla und Miguel!
An Island Apart - August 2021
Hello Dominik,
We are extremely grateful for your positive feedback, and love the the fact that you enjoyed the house and appreciated the architecture.
Hope we will have you again some day.
Best regards,
Miguel and Carla.
A real lovely gem in Ponta do Sol, just as described in the pictures. We spent four very pleasant...
A real lovely gem in Ponta do Sol, just as described in the pictures. We spent four very pleasant and peaceful nights here. The house had all the amenities one could need. Simply but nicely designed and great views. Pool is shared with the other house but this wasn't an issue. Private outdoor hot tub a nice bonus too. The host were very friendly and helpful, check-in process was very smooth and we were provided with useful tips and information about the local surroundings. Probably best to rent a car if will be staying up this side of Madeira but local taxis were always on hand too if needed. Would definitely stay here again.
An Island Apart - December 2020
Hello! Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to know that you have enjoyed your stay.
Hope we will have you back again some day.
Miguel Leça
We really enjoyed our stay. There are fruit trees and herbs by the house that you can pick which ...
We really enjoyed our stay. There are fruit trees and herbs by the house that you can pick which was lovely. The view was amazing and the house was nice and bright. Soaking in the outdoor hot tube in the evening was great. Just be aware that you are sharing a pool and it's right in front of the house, so be ready to make friends!
An Island Apart - November 2020
Hello, I'm so glad to know that you have enjoyed your stay,unfortunately and as I already have explained to you on a private message, this kind of situation normally doesn't happen, clients normally don't meet each other at the property, but these clients where university students who are currently living in the island, so they choosed to stay in all the time and... It's the first time that somebody complain's, I will do anything that I can to prevent this kind of situation, with our future guests, our satisfaction is to have our guest satisfied.
Once again, thank you and see you next time.
Miguel Leça
Our stay was fantastic, although we had a lot of rainy days. The house is clean and has a very mi...
Our stay was fantastic, although we had a lot of rainy days. The house is clean and has a very minimalistic beautiful style and architecture. The spot offers an amazing view over Ponta do sol. Miguel and Carla welcomed us very kindly, always helpful and with some tasty organic fruits from their garden. We had a great time there.
An Island Apart - December 2020
Hello, we are very grateful for your feedback, it is a great satisfaction for us to know that you enjoyed your stay. We hope we
will have you back again one day, but with a lit bit more sunshine ... 😉 Thank you!
Best regards,
Miguel
Die Kommunikation bezüglich Check-in und Check-out war sehr entgegenkommend und freundlich.
Das ...
Die Kommunikation bezüglich Check-in und Check-out war sehr entgegenkommend und freundlich.
Das Haus ist sehr modern. Wir haben besonders das bequeme Bett und die Außenbadewanne geliebt.
An Island Apart - January 2021
Hello! Thank you for your feedback, your evaluation was very important to us.
Thank you once again and see you next time!
Miguel Leça.
Had a great stay, great view and stylish space. Helpful checkin with good communication.
Had a great stay, great view and stylish space. Helpful checkin with good communication.
An Island Apart - November 2020
Thank you for your review Hilton. :)
Our stay at casa da vargem exceeded our expectations. We immediately felt home. The hosts are hel...
Our stay at casa da vargem exceeded our expectations. We immediately felt home. The hosts are helpful and thoughtful: they prepared fresh fruits for us, we could take anything we’d like from the amazing garden & they gave us some nice tips to optimally enjoy our stay. We could go for a swim with a view on the mountains & the sea and enjoy the hot tub outside after a day of hiking. Muito obrigado!
An Island Apart - November 2020
We were pleased to have you as guest's at "Casas da Vargem" and to know how much you have enjoyed it. Your feedback it's very important to us. We are happy to be able to provide great holiday moments to our guest's.
See you next time and thank you.
Miguel and Carla.
Absolutely stunning apartment with a fantastic sea view over the infinity pool. Check in was supe...
Absolutely stunning apartment with a fantastic sea view over the infinity pool. Check in was super easy and Carla gave us some excellent local recommendations. There is everything you will need at the apartment including a laundry room. It's in a great location with a few bars andz restaurants nearby aswell as a great levada walk right on the doorstep. I definitely recommend this as a place to stay ✨
An Island Apart - November 2020
Thank you for choosing "Casas da Vargem" for your holiday. We try our best to keep our guest's satisfied and it was also nice to have you as guest's.
Hope we will see you again some time.
Best regards
Miguel Leça.
Ideal for a few nights stay
Ideal for a few nights stay
An Island Apart - October 2020
Thank you for your review Ingrid. :)
This was an unforgettable stay!
Everything was perfect.
Very warm welcome.
The house is wond...
This was an unforgettable stay!
Everything was perfect.
Very warm welcome.
The house is wonderful! Absolutely clean, everything that you need was there.
Fresh filtered water was available, you can take anything you want from the garden.
Hot tub and the pool exceed all expectation.
The host is really kind and attentive.
He gave us great tips for eating and was also available for other questions.
We really recommend this house and the host!
We would like to come again!
Best regards
Nicole
An Island Apart - October 2020
We are very happy to know that you have enjoyed every minute of your stay, it would be great to have you back some day!
Thank you once again, for choosing "Casas da Vargem" for your holidays!!
All the best for you.
Best regards!
Miguel
Cette maison n'est pas simplement un logement mais une expérience à vivre.
Perchée sur les hauteu...
Cette maison n'est pas simplement un logement mais une expérience à vivre.
Perchée sur les hauteurs de Ponta do Sol, ce joyau nous a permis de profiter pleinement de l'île de Madère.
Sa localisation permet de découvrir facilement toute l'île en voiture. Au réveil, vous pourrez profiter d'une douche à l'extérieur de la maison en ayant une vue magnifique sur la côte. Vous pourrez ensuite récupérer des fruits de la passion dans le jardin et prendre le petit déjeuner au bord de la piscine à débordement.
La maison est spacieuse, propre, sublime et ne pourra que vous ravir. Les hôtes nous ont accueillis avec beaucoup de gentillesse et d'attention.
Parmi les nombreux Airbnb que nous avons pu faire, cette maison reste à ce jour notre plus beau souvenir.
Si vous souhaitez vous rendre sur l'île de Madère, c'est dans cette maison qu'il vous faut aller.
Merci encore pour cette magnifique expérience, nous reviendrons avec plaisir.
Lucie et Michaël
An Island Apart - September 2020
Merci de votre super comentaire Lucie. :)
Ce fut un plaisir de vous avoir comme invités.
A la prochaine. :)
Perfect stay in the most beautiful house in Madeira! Casa da Vargem is located in sunny and quiet...
Perfect stay in the most beautiful house in Madeira! Casa da Vargem is located in sunny and quiet Ponta do Sol, close to Funchal, Paul do Mar and Jardim do Mar (Hawaii of Europe - a Surf Mecca) and many amazing hiking trails. With a spectacular view over the surrounding valley, the house is well equipped, very clean, super comfortable and beautifully decorated. The little garden and the swimming pool are a jewel. Miguel received us very well! We will definitely be back!
An Island Apart - September 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review Carmo. It was a pleasure having you here with us! :)
Incredible place! Absolute paradise, had the best vacation.
Incredible place! Absolute paradise, had the best vacation.
An Island Apart - March 2020
Thank you so much for your feedback and that you have taken your time to evaluate us. :) We're glad that you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again someday!
The place is incredible and it was spotless, the host was super acommodating on check-in. The pla...
The place is incredible and it was spotless, the host was super acommodating on check-in. The place is secluded enough to be quiet and have a fantastic view but easy enough to access (by car). It also has all the ammenities you need if you're staying for a bit longer. Will definitely be visiting again.
An Island Apart - July 2022
Filipe muito obrigada pelo seu comentário. É importante para nós saber que desfrutou da sua estadia. Será sempre bem-vinda às nossas propriedades :)
Klaus H. - April 2022 Germany Fantastic retreat to relax
The owner has put a lot of work into creating a really nice retreat. The facility leaves nothing to be desired. The rooms are clear and bright. Everything is there to be able to take care of yourself. Nevertheless, a rental car is advisable. Especially to reach as many places as possible to explore the island. Unfortunately, the temperatures were too cool for the time of year. So using the swimming pool was only for the very brave. But then the hot tub more than made up for it.
Daisy H. - August 2021 United Kingdom Brilliant stay
The house was very bright and spacious. We loved the view, the swimming pool and the bathtub :)
Miguel the owner was super nice and gave us a ride to the airport even!
Highly recommended !
Amazing experience on private villa
Great house with family touch and amazing views. We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
