Cottage holiday rentals in Arco da Calheta

We had a wonderful time at Emanuels place. He was a wonderful host, very helpful with recommendations and showing how everything worked. The view from his place is incredible. We spent almost every evening on the terrace, enjoying the view of the ocean and Ribeira Brava. What a wonderful place! Thank you so much for sharing it with us.

All v good - as described.

Photos do not do this place justice! Incredible, incredible place. Thank you

A nice and cosy countryhouse, detailed video instructions.

Fantastic views from the garden. The host was super helpful and quick to respond. There was a very generous welcome gift of fruits and local produce.

We had the privilege of renting this efficient and comfortable home for a month. Mary is an extraordinary host. Directions were precise, information was thorough and she was available to offer assistance, and answer questions at any time. Fresh citrus trees were available for picking just off the generous patio. We enjoyed the hot tub and having a washer and dryer and outdoor clothes rack. The Poncha Bar down the street is the best!!! Mary’s husband Joseph is the owner/bartender/coffee maker and general store manager….he does it all! Joseph’s Poncha is hands down the best we found on the island! A safe and welcoming neighborhood, in a central location on a stunning island.

We had a great stay. Unfortunately, during our stay, a glass lid fell from the cupboard above the hob onto the hob. It was broken. Immediately reported and arranged with the owner. Very nice. Furthermore, the location is great, it is very quiet and beautiful. You are exactly on the right sunny side of Madeira. The cocktail bar a little further, pukiki, is within walking distance and very nice to go to. Shops are close by, the beach is close by and the beautiful hiking trails are perfect to drive to. There is no air conditioning, I think that if it gets warmer you will notice the heat, but there is a fan. The beds by the pool had collapsed, so we just used our outdoor chairs. Everything in the cottage is otherwise great. No great luxury but perfect for the price, the location and everything you need is present.

The accomodation was nice, soooo quiet and peaceful. Only the bird chirping we can hear during our stay. the view from the covered terace was amazing. it was easy to reach the house by car. We really enjoyed our stay in this cottage.

The house is perfect. Only minus was the road renovation project, 2 times during our stay. To walk the dog nearby was a small problem, but driving further solved the problem. Veronica answered our questions promptly. Thank you for a good holiday. Small villages nearby are worth visiting, Ponta do Sol as well is very interesting.

the house was satisfactory for all of us guests, well served, clean and everything worked perfectly

12/10 - best Airbnb we ever stayed at! Great place to unwind and just be. The location and views are unreal. The cottage was so pretty and perfect to detail. We immediately felt like home. Paula and Dustin showed impeccable hospitality and were always there to help. Our highlights: The pool and outside kitchen area (bbq and pizza oven included) as well as the private patio for romantic breakfasts with a view and stunning sunsets.

Everything was perfect, do not hésitate to reserve this very Nice Little house ☺️

Good place to stay. The host is very responsive and goes out of his way to answer any questions or problems. We found a cockroach and ants in the property. Cat droppings in the garden were cleaned up after consultation. The location is good, but the path to the beach is more complicated than described. 20min downhill or uphill ;) I was satisfied with the stay! The bathrooms are modernized, the kitchen is well-equipped. The garden furniture/ sunbathing areas appear outdated. We destroyed a lamp while hunting for insects. This was not charged to us. Armando was very nice and I can recommend the place.

This place is amazing! In the middle of the mouintains and almost no one around - felt magical ! Nice view of the ocean with green surrounding. It is also close to the small village with good coffee :) House looks like in the pictures, cozy, big and clean. Garden is well kept with many areas to hang out. We have the worst weather but with two electric heaters it was warm inside. The host was friendly, helped us with all issues that we asked and made this holidays really easy-going for us :) thanks! Highly recommended for memorable and relaxed holidays :) PS The swimming pool can be heated but it costs 45€/day and it has to be heated for at least 5 days.

Perfect for a couple. Walk to Marina and shopping . Views are unmatched! We enjoyed ( and marveled at the view) every minute! Small pool is very good for a quick dip . BBQ grill a real plus - we used it several times. Kitchen well appointed ( perhaps obtain a larger coffee maker?) All in all - excellent.

Our stay here was absolutely magical! The surroundings were so peaceful and beautiful, which made for a great coffee spot in the morning alongside the two dogs on the property! The pool was also great and well maintained. Would highly recommend staying here.

We felt very comfortable in Domingo's house. We especially liked the view from the two terraces of the bay and the sea (even more beautiful than in the photos!) The house is quietly located in a narrow and steep one-way street. It is very spacious and clean and very well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots, towels, etc. In addition to the terrace, there is an extra grill room with another kitchen and access to the garden from which we were allowed to pick herbs. Although the street is narrow and steep, parking was not a problem - the walk to the village takes 20 - 30 minutes, depending on your condition. The contact with the manager was very friendly and reliable. We were personally and very warmly greeted and as a welcome greeting there was a large package of wine, fresh eggs, bananas, cookies and cakes. The house is a good starting point to explore the west of the island and we can gladly recommend it. Obrigada!

Two of us stayed at José's place and we felt right at home. It's a lovely house and if anything, the photos don't do it justice. Check in and out was easy with such responsive hosta. We arrived slightly before our meeting time and José was so quick to come and meet us. He was incredibly welcoming and friendly, and gave great recommendations for local places. The house is on a steep hill but our rental car handled it fine. Google maps directions were easy to follow and there is ample parking. It's a short walk into town - a bit longer home uphill! The surroundings are peaceful, we had no issues with noise.

Great stay in a beautiful and quiet house What a nice place! The house is even more beautiful than in the photos and the description actually falls short. It is very quiet with a beautiful view — ideal for relaxing. Everything was perfectly maintained and sparkling clean. The kitchen is fully equipped, you really have everything you need. Unfortunately, the weather was not good and we were unable to enjoy the outdoor space due to the rain. We would have liked to stay here much longer. Highly recommended!

Thank you so much to Costa and Siestke, their home is beautiful and was our perfect base - we were so happy to have slow mornings there and return home there in the evening after exploring the island. Porto de Cruz is a great little village with the old rum factory and beaches, we really loved our stay here. Costa ans Sietske were so gracious, sharing the history of the building and local recommendations, it was a pleasure to meet both of them. Thank you so much for everything! 10/10 highly recommend, especially if you want a cosy, authentic place to yourself on the island. Perfect!