THIS VILLA FOLLOWS CURRENT CLEANING AND DISINFECTING RECOMMENDATIONS A perfect hidden paradise, Cris's Home is a very welcoming holiday villa in Madeira, great for families and couples alike. The large covered veranda, mature garden, solarium wih swimming pool are perfect for spending the day or evening and complement the spacious living room and bar and separate open plan kitchen and dining. Refurbished and extended from an old farmers cottage, it still retains many of the character features. The whole front is occupied by a large covered veranda with built-in Madeira barbecue and rustic outdoor dining table and sitting area, perfect for lounging with a book or a drink in the balmy evenings. The main door opens to the spacious dining room, great for meals or table games, and fully equipped modern kitchen. This leads to the main family bathroom and also to the large sitting room and bar with flat-screen TV with PlayStation, a separate area with table games. Upstairs are the three bedrooms, the first with double bed, the second with a single bed and the third with two queen sized beds complemented by the upstairs shower room. Outside there is a beautiful mature garden with lawn, shrubs and trees and a badminton/volleyball net. The good-sized rectangular swimming pool (optionally heated) is set in the garden surrounded by a solarium, sun-beds and a further table and chairs under a fixed straw shade. The owner, Cris, places great emphasis on his guests' satisfaction. His home is equipped with everything guests may wish for in a holiday villa, with a variety of small touches, such as personalised linen. Cris owns and operates three of the highest classified restaurants in Funchal, and so understands the importance of customer satisfaction. The nearest facilities are in the village of Prazeres, just over 1Km away. The nearest supermarket is 1,5Km away, by the roundabout that provides access to the expressway. Prazeres offers a small selection of country restaurants and cafés. The tranquil resort of Prazeres has become ever more popular with visitors as is combines warm climate and easy access to the sea (8 Km away) with the tranquillity and beauty of the Madeira countryside. It is a perfect place for walking in Madeira, offering a variety of country walks, and with the famous Levada Nova passing just above the village. Bedrooms and Bathrooms Bedroom 1, First floor, King size bed, sea-view Bedroom 2, First floor, King size bed, sea-view Bedroom 3, First floor, King size bed Bathroom 1, Ground floor, Family bathroom with double washbasin, toilet and walk-in shower. Bathroom 2, First floor, single washbasin, toilet and walk-in shower Lounge/Dining Sitting area, seating for 8, with flat-screen cable TV, DVD, Bluetooth speaker. Dining table for 6. Table and chairs for table games. Kitchen Fully equipped open-plan kitchen. 4-ring electric cooker, built-in electric oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, toasted sandwich maker, hand held liquidizer. Outside Large south facing solarium with swimming pool, sun-beds and sun-umbrella Covered veranda with built-in Madeira barbecue, outdoor dining table for 8 Garden with lawn and mature trees Laundry with washing machine and clothes horse Swimming pool Type: Rectangular Length: 8m Width: 3,5m Depth: from 0,90m to 1,60m Swimming pool heating: Heating is optional and costs 140,00€ per week for 24ºC, paid in cash on arrival. A supplement of 30,00€ per week applies for each additional degree up to a maximum of 26ºC Pool heating can be provided and should be requested at least one week in advance. Should it be requested after arrival at the villa, the minimum charge applicable is one week, which is payable from the time the heating is turned on. Other Laundry with washing machine, iron and ironing board. Secure parking facilities for up to 2 cars. Although not essential, as in most villas, a hire car is recommended. There is free Wi-Fi connection throughout the villa, including a Wi-Fi point in the pool area. This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº 21307/AL Internet This property has a broadband internet connection with a Wi-Fi point, free for guest's use. We are happy to send you an internet speedtest if you are coming for work and require high speed broadband. Contracted speed (Mbps): 100 Cleaning Cleaning and linen change is provided every 7 days. All linen and towels are provided, including towels for the swimming pool. Booking Notes The rental value varies with the number of people occupying the property, so please ensure you enter the correct dates, number of adults, children and infants. Please note that supplements apply should additional people join you for any length of time. To secure your reservation we require a deposit when booking or the full amount if the reservation is made within 8 weeks prior to arrival. The balance is due 8 weeks prior to your arrival. This property is registered and has an Alojamento Local lodging license nº 21307/AL