Holiday home "Fajã dos Padres" in Quinta Grande (Madeira, South Western Region)
Fajã dos Padres is a special place on the south coast of the island and is shaped like a small toungue of land under a cliff about 250m high. It's 9 lovely cottages all by the sea are ideal for those who wish to have a truly relaxing holidays!
Detailed description:
This holiday Cottage is located in Fajã dos Padres.
It has one-bedroom typology, hosting a maximum of 4 persons. It is composed by one bedroom with two individual beds, and two extra beds in the living room.
A crib can be arranged and, in special circumstances, a third additional bed can be put in the main bedroom.
The house host a wide private external area.
In Fajã dos Padres you will also find other holiday cottages.
Fajã dos Padres has the shape of a small piece of land, at the bottom of a cliff with approximately 250 meters high, located in the southern coast of Madeira.
The place owes its name to the fact that it once belonged to the priests of the Company of Jesus.
Fajã dos Padres can only be reached by sea, or by means of a modern scenic elevator.
The access to the lift is opened every day, except tuesdays, from 11:00 to 18:00. Out of this operating time, the trips should be combined previously.
Access if free to guests staying in the houses of Fajã dos Padres.
Location:
Description of the area:
Fajã dos Padres became famous because of its Candia malmsey wine. Today, and besides the grapevines, a medley of subtropical species is cultivated at Fajã dos Padres, like mango, avocado, banana, as well as, although in smaller quantities, papaya, Surinam cherry, or passion fruit, among others.
Its particular geologic characteristics and climate, its beach, its colours, aromas and special flavours, makes Fajã dos Padres a very special place, offering to the guests of the small houses a truly natural living experience.
In Fajã dos Padres you will also find a restaurant that serves a careful selection of dishes with origins in the traditional Madeira cuisine. One can highlight the tuna and other fresh fish dishes, as well as the desserts and side dishes prepared from locally grown products.
Details of the rooms:
Sleeps max.:
4 Persons
No. of the rooms:
1 Living room
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
1 Kitchen
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Miscellaneous: |
Cot, Bed-linen provided, Towels provided |
Kitchen: |
Fully fitted kitchen |
Bathroom: |
Bidet, Bath/Shower, WC |
Sleeping possibilities: |
Single beds, Double beds |
Communication facilities: |
TV |
Equipment outside:
Miscellaneous: |
Terrace, Balcony, Garden furniture, Sun beds |
More outdoor equipment: |
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Catering
Breakfast
Specific features:
Pets by request,
Remarks:
to the city Funchal: 10km
Leisure activities:
birdwatching fishing shipping/boat trip snorkeling water sports
How to find us:
In spite of the exotic means, access to Fajã dos Padres is quite simple. The access is done by a panoramic lift, or by boat.
The access to the upper base of the lift is done through road Padre António Dinis Henriques. From Funchal or Ribeira Brava, follow Regional Road 101 and exit at Km 6, on exit number 3 indicating Cabo Girão/Quinta Grande. Turn left, heading south, and go straight ahead until the end of road Padre António Dinis Henriques. An arrow on the highway will point to this direction.
The access to the lift is opened every day, except tuesdays, from 11:00 to 18:00. Out of this operating time, the trips should be combined previously.
Access if free to guests staying in the houses of Fajã dos Padres.
Arrivals by sea are made easy through the available pier. Several tourist agencies promote maritime visits to Fajã dos Padres every day.
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Extra Bed: 20€ |
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We speak: |
English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish |
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Overview for: Fajã dos Padres
| Object-Number: | 8437 | Country: | Portugal |
| Accomodation: | Holiday home | Federal state / province: | Madeira |
| online since: | 12-01-09 | Holiday region: | South Western Region |
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