Madeira is an autonomous province in Portugal, found in the North Atlantic Ocean in Macaronesia. Madeira includes the islands of Desertas, Madeira, and Porto Santo. In 1419, this region was claimed by Portuguese sailors. Presently Madeira is famous for its year-round resorts, which are visited by over 1.4 million tourists each year. While here, relish the gastronomy, the Madeira wine, history, culture, landscapes, and the UNESCO World Heritage sites to visit. Madeira is also aplenty with places to stay at. From luxurious hotels to Airbnb vacation rentals, they have it all. If you’re planning to visit this destination any time soon, scroll down to see the list that will ensure you have the best luxury villas in Madeira, Portugal.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Quinta Girassol (from USD 546)
Perched on the beautiful island of Madeira is the exquisite Quinta Girassol - a villa that exudes unparalleled luxury and comfort. Outside, the villa is surrounded by sprawling grounds that are home to a diverse range of tropical and subtropical plant species. Guests can take a stroll along the estate’s genuine Madeiran levada, a unique watercourse that runs through the property, or relax by the heated pool and take in the breathtaking sea views.
The villa’s proximity to the town’s clubs, restaurants, and beach makes it an ideal location for those who want to enjoy the best of what Madeira has to offer. The island’s capital, Funchal, is just a 25-minute drive away, making it easy to explore the region’s rich history and culture.
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we enjoyed our evenings with such views pool is heated and the gardens are beautifulwe enjoyed our evenings with such views pool is heated and the gardens are beautifulbeautiful weather made it possible for us to relax outside and enjoy the poolCleanliness:
gardens were beautifully kept and villa is fairly clean but could do with removal of dusty ornamentsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing villa and location could not have asked for moreamazing villa and location could not have asked for morewe didn't walk down to punto do sol but it's an easy 5min drive
2. Sky Villa (from USD 2125)
The Sky Villa is a spacious and luxurious vacation rental that accommodates up to 10 guests, perfect for families or groups of friends. The outdoor swimming pool, which is heated, provides a fantastic view of the ocean and Cabo Giro. The place has modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet, and smart television, as well as a private parking space.
Situated in a posh urban area between Amparo and Piornais, the property is only a 10-minute drive from Funchal’s center, with easy access to public transportation.
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nice furniture and kitchen fully equippedhouse with a beautiful view and a large heated poolamazing views nice pool and jacuzzi spatious villathe swimming pool is amazing though and the view is gloriousbonus: heated pool and jacuzziRead more reviewsHost:
the hosts were very accommodating and great at communicating
3. Luxury villa with phenomenal views (from USD 353)
The blend of design, decor, and attention to detail makes this villa offer its guests an unforgettable experience. Aquarium House, built in 2018, is found in Arco da Calheta, one of the most sought-after areas by tourists in Madeira. The villa makes the most of natural light and offers stunning views from any place in the house. Cast across two floors, this house has spacious rooms, remote-controlled blinds, an infinity pool, a large garden, a BBQ, and a garage for two cars. The living room features a sofa bed and a 49-inch TV. The three bedrooms feature comfortable beds, fresh bedding, walk-in closets, and a private bathroom. The kitchen is equipped with a kettle, microwave, dishwasher, induction hob, coffee maker, toaster, cutlery and so on. Additional facilities include a laundry room with a washing machine, iron, and an ironing board.
4. Ocean cliff villa in Madeira (from USD 406)
This holiday villa in Madeira is found on the cliffs of Ponta do Sol. The villa comprises six bedrooms and an infinity pool with superb sea views of the south coast. The living room features seating and dining space for 12, a TV, a projection screen, and a sheltered terrace. The open kitchen has a large built-in BBQ and it is equipped with all modern amenities. The master and two other bedrooms are on the first floor and, on the ground floor, there is a double bedroom. Two more double bedrooms and a shared bathroom are in the attic space. This property offers easy wheelchair access to the pool terrace and living room. During your stay, you will have access to free WiFi, a garden, an infinity pool, BBQ facilities, and a game room.
Top guest reviews
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great pool and view and situationCleanliness:
this is a fantastic house to spend a holiday in everything is clean and immaculateHost:
host was so helpful and friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
we couldn’t have imagined a better villa location and overall holidayan absolute stunning villa in a spectacular location
5. Villa Sao Vicente (from USD 252)
Villa Sao Vicente is a four-bedroom house equipped with a large, fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a purpose-built BBQ area, an outdoor shower room with a bath, a gym, and a swimming pool. All the tastefully decorated spacious bedrooms are on the upper level. In all, there are four double bedrooms with two en-suite bathrooms, one of which has a hot tub. Three of these four bedrooms open to ultra-wide balconies overlooking the swimming pool and the magnificent views.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
gorete and jose keep the place clean and tidy and are good value for the cleaning servicethe house is so clean and so beautifully decoratedthe house was so cleanwas very comfortble with a clean & very good decorationvillage was very clean and spacious and all staff were very helpfullHost:
there's always a quick response and the owner is very helpfulwe were greeted by the most friendly staff and were treated to refreshments on arrivalthe staff are extremely helpful and friendly iwould highly recomend this villagestaff are always on hand and willing to assit with your every needgorete and jose were genuinely friendly and very helpful to welcome usRead more reviewsLocation:
easy to park at the villagevery good location with everything what we need aroundit was close to everything that you need for a great holidaywaow what a beautiful locationthis village is beautifully situated near sea and shops and has a very relaxing poolside
6. Luxury haven with infinity pool (from USD 389)
This luxury villa for rent in Madeira has a heated pool that features breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the sandy beaches of Calheta. Perched on a clifftop, this villa is perfected to the highest standards, allowing exceptional comfort and style. The living area is designed with a traditional open gallery on either side. The bedrooms are furnished, with comfortable beds, plush bedding, and modern amenities. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern equipment. The villa opens to private parking with remote-controlled electric access gates and it comprises an additional cloakroom, a laundry room, a study, free WiFi, and HD TV.
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it is exactly like the images shown and the view from the pool and villa are breathtakingCleanliness:
overall we loved the house it was immaculately clean and hugeRead more reviewsHost:
the owners were easy to contact and replied quickly to emailsmadeiran people were extremely helpful and friendlywe loved the house and the surrounding tropical garden (we were kindly supplied with bananas from the owner)we could not have wished for more from this helpful discreet and kind staff
7. Seafront villa with breathtaking views (from USD 461)
This two-bedroom villa can sleep four guests. The rental has an exceptional panoramic ocean view, a spacious outdoor lounge, a stunning infinity pool, and a large heated swimming pool. The kitchen is well-equipped with all modern conveniences, and in the garden, you will find Alfresco dining under an ancient olive and dragon tree. Alongside the pool, the host has also installed a modern five-person hot tub/spa and has created a Miradouro lookout with views of the Ponta do Pargo lighthouse. The owners have also installed an indoor two-person infrared sauna for further entertainment.
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this vista can be seen from every room in the house and that made our stay truly magicalCleanliness:
the villa itself is well equipped comfortably furnished and very cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazing and very peacefulthe location is perfect remote for privacy and relaxation and near enough to wonderful local restaurantssupermarket is close enough by car and there's a few nice restaurant s a short drive from the villathe villa location is stunning and the multiple outdoor areas give you every opportunity to experience itin the evening on a clear night the stars were amazing definitely recommend this place
8. Stunning spacious retreat (from USD 423)
While the villa features lavish bedrooms, it also comes with a large, heated, indoor pool and a games room. The property features Duresta sofas and Carpe Diem beds to ensure supreme comfort. Plus, this luxurious Madeira villa comprises an open lounge/dining, ample seating, and an elegant dining table. The large kitchen has contemporary furniture and all modern amenities. There are an oven and a traditional Madeira BBQ set up. Additional amenities include table tennis, table football, and a pool table. To facilitate working from home, this luxury villa has a large office with a work desk and a meeting table. WiFi is accessible everywhere in the house, including the pool area.
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oh the beds scrumptious the views of the city & the water were fantasticoutside furniture of which there is plenty good quality and very comfortableespecially loved the views the games room and the swimming pool (although a little bit cool)the lounge is a very restful room in which to relax and reada fantastic swimming pool house in all bedrooms luxury and very comfortable beds wonderful viewsCleanliness:
the villa was spotlessly clean and beautifully presentedthe pool is very well maintained and clean as is the whole villawe are pretty fussy and the house could not have been better or cleanerHost:
linda was extremely helpful and friendlylinda was very friendly supportive and responded immediately when any help was neededRead more reviewsLocation:
very comfortable with perfect location close to the town centre
9. Contemporary home with island views (from USD 398)
Villa Cary is located at the most famous viewpoint of the island, offering luxurious and comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests. This luminous and roomy villa has four bedrooms with breathtaking ocean views and ensuite washrooms on the first level, and another bedroom on the ground level. Each bedroom is well-equipped with pretty much everything that you need for a dream vacation, including an infinity swimming pool and BBQ round the year. The villa also features a spacious outdoor terrace and gardens facing the sea and downtown.
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Host:
ruben was an excellent accommodating and helpful hostwe had a lovely family holiday ruben is a great host recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a great locationthis spacious house proved to be an excellent location for a fabulous holidayamazing location view home and hosts
10. Fancy rental with a heated pool (from USD 431)
Featuring the best views of Funchal from its kitchen, lounge, and all three bedrooms, this villa makes for a perfect getaway for a family. Besides, it’s only a short walk from Old Town and the seafront. Of all the three bedrooms, the master bedroom is fitted with a king-size bed, plush bedding, trouser press, and an en-suite bathroom with a spa bath. The second bedroom has a double bed and the third bedroom has two single beds. Each bedroom has a spacious balcony. The lounge features modern furniture plus a TV, DVD player, and sound system. Its fully equipped kitchen has everything one needs for cooking, including a breakfast table for four.
Top guest reviews
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wow factors: swimming pool amazing views garage spacethis is a truly spectacular apartmentgreat kitchen is fully equipped with high quality machinesCleanliness:
the villa was clean modern and verry comfortableeverything is new and very cleanboa vista is a very spacious and clean villa which we highly recommendHost:
john was really helpful in giving us a travel advice activities and was very responsivemaria is very kind and helpful host we received very warm welcomewe enjoyed our stay on madeira maria was super helpful and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the villa is located in a good place 10 min walk to funchal city center av do mar
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Madeira has a lot to offer to its guests, and by staying in these luxury villas you are sure to have an unforgettable holiday. Choose your favorite luxury rental from our list above and start planning your upcoming Madeira vacation.
If you would like to explore more accommodation options, you can also check out these luxury hotels in Madeira.
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