Located in a picturesque spot with lovely surroundings, in a village where the main activity is agriculture, this house lies 5 minutes away from the centre of the charming Faial, 20 minutes away from the airport and 40 minutes away from Funchal. The ocean is 4 km distant.

The house has been totally refurbished and enlarged to include all the facilities needed to ensure the comfort of guests. Surrounded by gardens and lush valleys and mountains, it is an ideal place for nature lovers who take pleasure in mountain walks enjoying the fresh air scented of the hundreds of different species of the richest Madeira flora. All in all, Refúgio das Camélias is the ideal place to spend an enjoyable break from city live and find the inner peace we all seek for.

Implanted in a plot of 2500 m², with a living area of 500 m² and equipped with central heating, the house has 4 tastefully decorated rooms (2 doubles and 2 twins) with private bathroom, kitchenette, TV and balconies offering a magnificent view over the valley. Furthermore, there is a traditional spacious kitchen as well as a barbecue, 2 comfortable living rooms with TV (one of them with fireplace), terraces, 2 guest WC’s, patio with summer kitchen and open air BBQ and a magnificent wine cellar, all with either mountains or sea view view.

No pets allowed.
Sleeps 8 persons, self catering.
 

The great profusion of faias or “myrica faya” (beech trees) is in the origin of the name Faial (plantation of beech trees). These are indigenous trees of the Miracaceas family, which, still today, spontaneously grow on the valleys of streams and high mountains.

Accounts state that the civil parish had its origins is a peopled estate, which existed there. It had a chapel for prayer to Natividade da Virgem (Virgin of Nativity) or Nossa Senhora do Faial (Our Lady of Faial), which served as headquarters to the new ecclesiastic parish.
The settlement took place around 1519.

The civil parish was created by royal charter on February 2, 1550. Formerly, Porto da Cruz and São Roque do Faial used to belong to Faial.

Most of the settlers were Moorish and Gallician. Amongst the oldest settlers, the name Lançarote Teixeira stands out.
Some places have acquired the name of the old allottees, such as Lombo Galego and Lombo Lourenço.

Horticulture is amongst the main economic activities of the civil parish of Faial, particularly fruit trees but also other crops.

In the past few years, the parish has been standing out for the production of custard apples. It is in honour of this fruit that an annual festivity takes place in Faial.
For many years, it produced osier twigs. However, with time, this became a marginal activity, with the decrease in search of basketwork.

On the other hand, there are accounts stating that during the early colonization times, Ribeira do Faial or Ribeira Seca, served as a strategic point for the construction of mechanical devices. It was a time when a lot of sugarcane was produced. In fact, during the 17th century there were three water wheels, for the milling of the sugar cane, which was then exported to the mainland and aboard.

Nowadays, you can still see the ruin, underneath the bridge. Speaking of bridges, there are accounts that state that Faial was known as the civil parish of the bridges, all because, between 1907 and 1910, the largest bridge in Madeira Island was built there. It had 130 metres and later became known as "ponte das sete bocas" (bridge of the seven openings).
Currently only ruins of this work of art still remain, since the bad weather that flogged the Island in 1984, ended up by destroying it.

Very close by, a five arches bridge was built over Ribeira da Ametade stream, at Sítio dos Moinhos.
And on June 22, 1986, the new Faial bridge was inaugurated by Mário Soares, the President of the Republic at the time.

It is also important to mention that Faial has one of the two hydroelectrical stations on the Island: Central Hidroeléctrica da Fajã da Nogueira (Fajã da Nogueira hydroelectrical station), which is located on the left bank of the Ribeira da Ametade stream.

The civil parish has about 2,800 inhabitants.
The weather here is very mild, given its altitude and proximity to the sea. 

Come and sample this feast of breathtaking sheer cliffs overlooking the sea.

Let yourself succumb to the charms of Madeira. It is not difficult. First, there's the island's exceptional climate, with its mild temperatures all year round (between 16ºC and 25ºC) and its exuberant natural features and tropical vegetation, in which flowers and fruit have been turned into a genuine cult. Then there's its rich historical heritage and luxury hotels - attractions enough to satisfy even the most demanding of tourists.

First discovered by the Portuguese navigator João Gonçalves Zarco, this beautiful island, 700 km from Casablanca and 900 km from Lisbon, soon became a major port of call for the caravels ploughing the waves on their way to the distant lands of the Far East.

Come and sample this feast of breathtaking beauty: sheer cliffs overlooking the sea, natural swimming-pools carved out of the rocks, high mountains swathed in mist, narrow footpaths running alongside the «levadas» or irrigation channels, offering the visitor the possibility of countryside walks in the midst of the most extraordinary landscape.

As soon as you arrive in Funchal, the island's capital, you will probably find yourself bumping into all kinds of famous people, for this is traditionally one of their favourite spots for a relaxing holiday. Overlooking a wide and sheltered bay, the city successfully blends together its special vocation as a tourist resort and its ability to provide all kinds of cultural events that testify to its history, amongst which one of the special highlights is its colourful festivals.
You will also certainly enjoy the traditional embroidery and basketwork, revealing the great talent and skilled hands of the island's inhabitants, who have produced some truly genuine works of art. Not forgetting the famous fortified «Madeira» wine, which for more than four hundred years has spread the name and flavour of the island all round the world.
It is well worth taking the time to extend your visit a little further to the north east so that you can discover the island of Porto Santo, roughly 40 km away. Although this is much flatter than its «mother-island», there is a wonderfully extensive beach waiting for you here, with sands that are famous for their great therapeutic properties. At Vila Baleira, the island's picturesque capital, you must make sure to visit the house where Christopher Columbus once lived.
 

The house comprises 4 bedrooms in total; 2 double, 2 twin, 4 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. . This gives room for up to 8 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The house has 4 bathrooms and 2 WCs for your party's use. Central heating keeps you snug and warm.

The house has television.

There is room for 8 in the living room and 8 in the dining room. The open fire can be used to create a comfortable atmosphere. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware.

Smoking is allowed in this house.

Pets are not welcome 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The house is in a very quiet area. It has a garden, a summer house, a patio area, sea views, panoramic views, a barbeque.

The house is right beside walking.

Close to the house you will find climbing, mountain biking, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.

Within easy reach of the house you will find boat hire, fishing, golf, scuba diving, historic sites, a museum.

The house is....

18 km from Funchal airport.
35 km from Funchal (city).
13 km from Santana.
4 km from Sea.

Any day of the week.

Any day of the week.

7 days.

3 PM

10 AM