Enjoy breathtaking 180° panoramic views over Funchal, the Atlantic Ocean, and the mountains from the large private balcony of this recently renovated mid-floor 2-bedroom apartment in São Gonçalo.
The apartment features a separate, spacious kitchen with a dining table, two comfortable bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, and two bathrooms — including a full bathtub in the master suite, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring Madeira. Air conditioning is available in every room.
The property consists of four apartments that share a garden, courtyard, and an outdoor pool (not heated). Located in a quiet hillside area about 10 minutes by car from Funchal city centre and just a short drive from Palheiro Golf. Free street parking is available nearby, and limited on-site parking can be reserved in advance.
Ocean, city and mountain panorama from the large private balcony
Soak in the tub after exploring the island — a rare luxury in Madeira
Outdoor pool and tropical courtyard shared between four apartments
Generous space with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a full separate kitchen
Stay comfortable year-round — air conditioning throughout the apartment
Free parking nearby; private on-site parking available on request
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📱 Request via WhatsAppSituated in São Gonçalo, a quiet and elevated neighbourhood in Funchal — about 10 minutes by car from the city centre and a short drive from Palheiro Golf. The elevated position gives unobstructed panoramic views over the city, the bay, and the Atlantic horizon.
São Gonçalo is one of Funchal's most desirable residential neighbourhoods — elevated, quiet and green, with some of the most sweeping panoramic views over the city and the Atlantic. It is the part of Funchal where many locals with a taste for tranquillity choose to live: far enough from the tourist bustle of the centre, yet only 10 minutes by car from everything.
The neighbourhood borders Palheiro Golf Course, one of the finest golf courses in Europe, set among centuries-old camellia gardens at 550 metres altitude. The Jardim Botânico da Madeira — Madeira's extraordinary botanical garden, with over 2,000 plant species from around the world — is a 5-minute drive downhill. The Levada do Palheiro, a classic Madeiran water channel walk through forest and past the historic Quinta do Palheiro estate, starts just above the neighbourhood and is one of the most accessible levada walks near Funchal.
For groceries, a small supermarket is about a 5-minute walk. Larger supermarkets (Continente, Pingo Doce) are 10 minutes by car. The neighbourhood has its own cafés and local restaurants, and the drive into central Funchal is quick and scenic.
No, the outdoor pool is not heated. It is at its best from May through October when temperatures are warmest. The pool is shared between the four apartments of the property and set in a pleasant tropical courtyard garden.
A car is strongly recommended. While bus lines do connect São Gonçalo to Funchal centre, the neighbourhood is hillside and spread out — a car gives you full freedom to explore the island. Free street parking is available immediately outside the property, and a private spot can be reserved on request.
Yes. The apartment has two bedrooms — a master with a double bed (and bathtub en suite) and a second bedroom — plus a comfortable sofa bed in the living area for a fifth guest. At 97m², there is plenty of space for a family or group of five.
The Lido swimming complex is about 15 minutes by car. Praia Formosa — Madeira's longest sandy beach — is also around 15-20 minutes. The Funchal seafront promenade (with sea access at the Barreirinha Lido) is about 12 minutes by car.
Yes — a high chair and baby crib are available on request. The fenced courtyard and garden are safe for young children, and the quiet residential neighbourhood is very family-friendly.
The Levada do Palheiro (PR 16) starts about 8 minutes away by car — a beautiful, easy-to-moderate walk through laurisilva forest past the historic Quinta do Palheiro estate. The Levada dos Tornos, one of Funchal's longest levada trails, is also accessible from São Gonçalo and offers stunning views over the city and bay throughout its length.
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São Gonçalo sits above Funchal on the eastern hillside — far enough from the city to feel peaceful, close enough to reach it in 10 minutes by car or 25 minutes on foot downhill. The neighbourhood is residential and quiet, populated by Madeiran families and a growing community of digital nomads who've discovered that a panoramic Atlantic view and 500 Mbps fibre optic make this one of Europe's best places to work remotely.
The Panoramic 2BR apartment sits at 180 metres above sea level. On a clear morning — which in Madeira means most mornings — you see the entire arc of Funchal Bay, the cruise ships anchored off the Marina, and the Atlantic stretching south toward the Canary Islands 450 kilometres away. On exceptional days, the silhouette of Tenerife is visible on the horizon. The 97m² apartment wraps around a corner of the building, giving the living room and both bedrooms direct sea-facing orientation.
The apartment's size (97m²), full kitchen, bathtub, washing machine, and high-speed internet make it particularly suited for stays of 7 nights or more. Guests who stay a week or longer consistently rate it as one of the best apartments on the island — not just for the views, but for the quality of life that a well-designed home base provides. Many guests rebook the same apartment on return visits to Madeira.
A car is recommended for the full Madeira experience from São Gonçalo — the island's best landscapes are in the mountains and on the north coast, and public transport doesn't reach most of them. The apartment has private parking included. Book directly with the owner — WhatsApp for the fastest response and best rate.
Sunset cruise, dolphin watching or private fishing charter — all with local skippers, no agency fees. Guests who book both save time and get priority dates.
