Villa Goncalo Portugal

This lovely modern villa is situated in a quiet family friendly neighbourhood, just outside of the vibrant capital of Funchal. Boasting magnificent sea views, Villa Goncalo is a fantastic getaway for a family or group of friends looking to relax in a stylish contemporary space, with a wide variety of activities and amenities within easy reach. Set idyllically on the sunny south coast of Madeira, the picturesque city of Funchal acts as a natural amphitheatre facing out to the glistening azure of the Atlantic, with a majestic ring of lush green maintains serving as its backdrop. Boasting historic sites, museums, beautiful botanical gardens and a wide range of sporting activities including surfing, hiking and golf, you will have plenty to explore right on your doorstep.
This modern villa exudes both style and comfort, with tasteful interior design in calming neutral tones, sumptuous furnishings and walls of glass doors flooding the rooms with light and allowing guests to appreciate those all-important sea views from almost any aspect. A welcoming open-plan living room with dining and lounge areas, as well as a lovely modern kitchen greet you on the ground floor, with doors out onto a fantastic terrace, offering you the opportunity to let that sea breeze freshen the entire space. The lower floor presents a spectacular space for little and big kids alike with a huge games room featuring a plethora of activities.
You’ll find five delightful bedrooms at the villa, two double and three twins, all adourned with stylish décor and boasting equally contemporary en-suite bathrooms, making these rooms the perfect retreat after a long day exploring the Island. Each one can access a sun-drenched terrace through large glass doors, meaning those stunning vistas are only ever a few steps away from the comfort of your bed.
The patio that runs adjacent to the villa is the perfect spot to soak up that year-round sunshine that Madeira offers. With stylish seating and a lovely dining table, guests will love to entertain outside, whether it be a cocktail or two as the sun begins to set, or a local delicacy cooked on the barbecue. And the inviting outdoor pool provides the perfect spot to cool off in, whilst gazing out over the breath-taking scenery.Situated in a quiet family friendly neighbourhood, just a stone’s throw from the country’s vibrant capital Funchal, you’ll love the plethora of activities on your doorstep. From surfing and whale watching, to breath-taking hikes and a round or two of golf, you have plenty to keep the whole family amused.
On Madeira’s sunniest coast, amidst banana plantations and wonderful gardens where flowers bloom all year round in the shelter of the verdant mountains, Funchal is a beautiful city, relaxed by day and exciting by night. You’ll love to amble along Funchal’s picturesque seafront promenade enjoying a drink in one of its many beachfront bars. From here take the cable car to Monte, where you can visit the world-renowned Monte Palace Tropical Garden. And to get back to the Old Town from Monte don’t miss sliding down the steep hill on a traditional wicker toboggan! Once in the old town, be sure to visit some of the fabulous restaurants serving mouth-watering skewered meats, alongside exquisite tapas and heavenly desserts such as honey cake and passion fruit pudding. Football fans will also enjoy a visit to a museum in honour of Madeira’s best loved son Cristiano Ronaldo here.
If it’s a golden sandy beach you desire, then head to Machico on the south east coast, where the sand has been imported from Morocco and you can enjoy fantastic swimming and sunbathing opportunities. Situated in Santa Cruz, you’re also in prime position to take advantage of the beautiful surrounding pine landscapes. And with a stunning backdrop of orange houses nestled in green rolling hills, with the largest mountain on the island Pico Ruivo, inviting you to climb its peaks, you’ll love its scenic beauty. Santa Cruz is also home to many wonderful 16th century monuments as well as some delicious fine dining restaurants.
There are a wide range of activities on offer on the Island, but one of the most breath-taking has to be a glorious hike along some of the 2,092 kilometres of narrow stone irrigation channels known as levadas, criss-crossing Madeira’s lush mountainous countryside into the Laurisilva forest. One of the most scenic is the Levada do Caldeirao Verde, which meanders four miles past leafy glades and plunging ocean views before emerging into a picturesque clearing sprinkled by a 91-meter waterfall. Just spectacular! And for the adrenaline junkies amongst you, try your hand at the many mountain-bike trails that plunge and ascend this beautiful landscape, or throw yourself into some canyoning, which will have you sliding over cascades and abseiling down waterfalls.
For the more serene, a wine tasting tour is a must. Head to Camara de Lobos, a lovely traditional fishing village 14km west for a free Madeira wine tasting experience at local producer Henriques & Henriques. Or perhaps the black lava bathing pools of Porto Moniz, 53km north, will provide the perfect day trip, where the meeting of Atlantic waves and a prehistoric volcanic eruption has formed spiky rings of black lava rock along the waterfront turning it into one of the world’s weirdest and most beautiful swimming baths.
However, you like to spend your holiday, Madeira’s year-round climate and stunning natural scenery, from majestic mountains, rugged cliffs, lush forests and delightful flower gardens, will provide you with everything you need to enjoy a wonderful holiday experience.  At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!