Brilliant accomodation in a beautiful location. Amazing indoor and outdoor space. Good base to explore the whole island and a wonderful place to come back to after a day out. Service from the host was second to none. Highly recommend.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing could be better with the house but beware if you do not like walking up hills. 10 minute walk down to town but 20 minute walk back up very steep hill.

This is a fantastic property. The view from the very large terrace is wonderful and is a very relaxing space to sit and read. We loved eating lunch and supper on terrace overlooking the garden with it's banana trees and sea. The owner Juan is very helpful and friendly. We loved our time here.

Stayed in May 2025

Juan was the perfect,friendly and very nice host. He offered us lots of delicious,local and homemade stuff. The house is very calm,clean and with beautiful view. We definitely recommend this place.

Stayed in March 2025

The house was extremely spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. The views from the balcony were beautiful. There was a supermarket nearby to buy provisions and a restaurant within walking distance, up the hill, which served well priced local food. The owners provided a bottle of wine, fruit and water upon our arrival and a home made cake when we departed. The wifi wasn't working when we arrived and the owners called an engineer to sort out the problem very quickly.

Stayed in January 2025

Beautiful, calm place with garden full of banana trees, we were allowed to eat grapes and fresh eggs from hens 🙂...amazing view from terrace. There were always free place for parking on the street. Very kind and helpful owners. Perfectly equiped kitchen and all apartment.

Stayed in September 2024

The owners are very kind and helpful. The garden and the view is beautiful, we got fresh fruit directly from the garden!

Stayed in August 2024

Amazing location, beautiful apartment, well-stocked with all necessities, and the most kind and friendly hosts - Càtia and Juan.

Stayed in July 2024

Juan our host was very welcoming and helpful and made us feel at home. The property is exactly as shown in the pictures. The location perched high on a hill overlooking the ocean was idyllic. Garden area was very peaceful, surrounded by banana and fruit trees. Fresh eggs for breakfast from the chicken coop was a nice bonus. We had the one bedroom apartment. The rooms were clean, bed was comfortable and shower had great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Parking available on street or in small lot a minute walk away. Nice restaurant Dos Amigos is a 8-10 minute walk. If you want to walk to town it’s a 10 minute steep walk down but a difficult walk coming back uphill suggest to drive if your seniors. Overall a fantastic stay and we were so happy to have booked this lovely property.

Stayed in May 2024

Everything was great. :)

Everything was amazing! The host, the house, the city and that garden (with banana trees, vegetable, fruits, palms, sooo many flowers) and the view, everything was perfect!

Stayed in May 2024

Maybe a cutting board...funny isn't it?

Endless kind hospitality: Catia and Juan are very sweet people. We were welcomed with chilled water, a bottle of red wine and a huge fruit bowl. And the farewell was made memorable with a delicious cake. Unforgettable view, large terrace with jacuzzi and deckchairs. Quiet environment. The beach and shopping are a few minutes away. A quiet little town, almost always with sunshine and wonderful sunsets. An excellent dinner with sundowners at the Sol Poente restaurant. The apartment is excellently equipped with everything, including a comfortable double bed. Kitchen is perfect. The price-value ratio is excellent.

Stayed in April 2024

I liked everything there very much.

Very comfortable, spacious, fully equipped, clean house with wonderful views over Ponta do Sol. Amazing hosts. Fruits and vegetables straight from the garden. Big terrace. Walking distance to the beach and town. The best place!!!

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was perfect! The hosts were really kind, the apartment was big, well equipped and very clean! The views from the huge balcony were amazing and the hot tub was a bonus! Great stay!

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

What a magical location, set amongst a banana plantation and with spectacular views. The owners were on hand if needed and made you feel at home. It was a really relaxing place to stay. It’s about a ten minute walk to the bottom of the hill where most of the restaurants are located. The kitchen was well equipped if you wanted to cook. There’s a lovely huge veranda and also a hot tub.

Stayed in February 2024

Communication with the host was pleasant; Juan was set to greet us upon our arrival. While street parking is an option, there's also a small parking about 30 meters away in a nearby side street. Juan and Catia's property isn't directly accessible from the road; you have to descend about 20 steps. We had opted for the top apartment, Encanto do Sol II. Below it sits Juan and Catia's residence, with another holiday apartment, Encanto do Sol I, adjacent. Following a tour of the house and its large terrace, Juan promptly led us to his own garden. He enthusiastically shared about his bananas, papayas, and chickens, even allowing us to pick eggs or other produce for our use. Additionally, he provided ample tips for our visit to Madeira. Encanto do Sol II is a charming, well-kept, and spacious apartment that, due to its location, feels more akin to a detached bungalow. Privacy abounds, and access to the owner's garden is available through an unlocked door in the fence, next to the jacuzzi. Besides the jacuzzi, the terrace boasts a barbecue (charcoal provided) and comfortable garden furniture. Indoors, a well-equipped kitchen-living (complete with an LCD TV, WiFi, oven, microwave, washing machine, and fridge with large freezer) awaits. There's unfortunately no dishwasher or air conditioning, but this was unnecessary in January. Upon arrival in the living room, a large bowl of fruit, a bottle of wine, and a liqueur greeted us warmly. The bedroom features high-quality beds and mattresses, complemented by abundant natural light streaming in through two large windows, both fitted with mosquito nets and easily darkened with curtains and shutters. At the opposite end of the house lies the bathroom boasting a delightful shower with a view. Upon our departure, we were gifted a delicious homemade Bolo de Mel, making our farewell all the more bittersweet...

Stayed in February 2024

our stay was too short :)

Everything is true - amazing garden, great views, good location. Thank you!

Stayed in November 2023

During our stay at Encanto do Sol in Madeira, Juan and Catia, our wonderful hosts, made our experience truly exceptional. Their warmth and hospitality were evident in every aspect of our stay. Notably, Juan's gesture of allowing us to freely pick fruits and vegetables from their garden, along with the delight of collecting freshly laid eggs from their chickens, added an extra layer of charm to our visit. The house itself, Encanto do Sol, stands out as one of the most beautiful places we've ever had the pleasure of staying in. However, what truly took our breath away was the panoramic view of the entire bay. Waking up to such a breathtaking sight every morning was a privilege, and we often found ourselves savoring aperitifs on the terrace, surrounded by the lush beauty of the garden. Speaking of the garden, it's a magical place in its own right. From the banana grove to the various other plants, it added to the overall enchantment of the property. It's a serene oasis where you can unwind and connect with nature. One of the practical advantages of Encanto do Sol is its convenient location. The charming village and the beautiful beach are just a 10-minute stroll away. This accessibility made our daily explorations effortless, yet we were always excited to return to the comfort of Encanto do Sol at the end of the day. During our stay, we used the house as our base to explore the entire island, and it proved to be an excellent choice. Should we have the opportunity to return to Madeira, there's no doubt in our minds that we would choose Encanto do Sol again. It's a place that captures the essence of Madeira's beauty and hospitality. Lastly, it's worth mentioning that the house is equipped with everything you could possibly need for a pleasant stay. From well-appointed rooms to a fully equipped kitchen, it's a home away from home.

Stayed in September 2023

Everything was amazing

There isn't a simple and concise way of explaining how amazing our stay was. When we looked at the images we knew we were renting a fabulous place with a great view, but it exceeded our expectations in every way. The house is amazing, enough room, thoroughly equipped in terms of appliances and utensils, and pretty much any thing you might wish for. It was better equipped than the majority of apartments you'd rent out for normal living. The view and garden is amazing and since it's facing the sea (while being decently away from the street) you do feel like you're in your own little piece of heaven. Sitting in the deck chairs and staring into the sea, be it day or night, feels like resting in a secret space nobody knows of :) The location is great, you can get wherever you want really fast, and it's much quieter in Funchal. But if I had to pick my favorite part, it's the hosts, they're kind, open for communication and considerate, and you can see how much they care about the guests in every detail within the house. If we ever come to Madeira again, there's no doubt we'd love to come back to Encanto do Sol <3

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing. Maybe our stay was too short. We would like to return.

The location of penzion is exceptional, great garden, great view to valey, very nice owner. Ponta do Sol is convenient place for trips in Madeira.

Stayed in June 2023

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Fantastic view, excellent hosts with unforgettable hospitality and a great and clean apartment!

Stayed in July 2023

Need a car to stay as location is pretty remote.

private entrance, garden and proximity distance to small rocky beach.

Stayed in June 2023

Everything was wonderful. Catia met us and helped with parking, showed the house and made us feel as at home. The house has a charming garden with great view and places for the rest and breakfast, everything was fresh and clean and made for your comfortable staying. Catia is great host and her house is the place where you want to return as soon as possible.

Stayed in April 2023

Comfortable accommodations, instantly felt at home. Access to beautiful gardens and fresh produce. Proximity to town. Rocked to sleep by the sound of the ocean.

Stayed in March 2023

Really nothing to dislike about this place.

Absolutely amazing stay! Everything about this place is special: outstanding hosts and reception, paradise view with palms and ocean, chill and sunny location. We would definitely want to stay again and longer.

Stayed in March 2023

All was very impressive

Thé expérience was wonderful. The place was peaceful, rooms big and comfortable, perfectly equipped. Great view and vast terraces. The owners are approaching their work with passion and dedication. They have high working ethics and are very inspiring. It is possible to hike a lot, there is accès to two trails from the town. We are grateful for this stay and hope more people will benefit from this lovely place.

Stayed in March 2023