Title: Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries Family-friendly vacation home in São Vicente ## Photo gallery for Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries ![Property grounds - Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries (São Vicente. Madeira)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416700/33416698/840f5dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries (São Vicente. 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Madeira)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416700/33416698/5add6423.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1069965 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries The Property The Refúgio Guest House is set in a peaceful and amazing scenery over the São Vicente valley. It's located at a 6500 square meters property with two houses on it (Quinta O Refúgio and Refúgio Guest House). Our privileged location makes it easy to access anywhere in Madeira Island by car. Just in 45 minutes drive from the airport, 30 minutes drive from Funchal or in a 10 minutes walk to the Village center where you can find some, an ATM machines, Banks, Pharmacy, Coffee shops, petrol station and bus station. At a 18 minute walk you will face the great North seashore where you can find nice bakeries, a small supermarket and several restaurants and take-a-way where you can appreciate a good meal at a very good price. The House The Refúgio Guest House is a spacious and comfortable house with a homey and rustic aura. This house is perfectly set up for unforgettable holidays for families and friends that are looking for a retreat in the middle of nature! The house is a two-storey level house with 5 bedrooms with queen size beds and 3 bathrooms. At the first floor you find 1 suite + 4 bedrooms, a shared bathroom, the kitchen, the dining area and a fireplace in the hall. Downstairs there is another suite with double bed and a bathroom, the living room with fireplace. On the outside you will find beautiful gardens and terraces and also a stream that runs besides the house which gives you a peaceful and relaxing ambience. On the front door terrace there are hammocks, a swing and sofas to enjoy the silence and the view. For more sunny days we recommend our barbecue and wood hoven at the entrance terrace. You can maybe try to make your own pizza recipies. Common Areas The kitchen is fully equipped, with all the mod-cons. The living room is set on the ground level and it's a big salon organized into 2 separated areas: one is around a 2nd fireplace and the other is placed on a lower level around the big tv. The Bougainvillea Suite is a 13 sqm Suite that has a queen size bed with a private bathroom, a large terrace, a 32 "tv, a wardrobe and a drawer. The Hydraingea Suite is a 12 sqm Suite that has a queen size bed, with a private bathroom a 32 "tv, a wardrobe and a drawer. The Protea Room is a 13 sqm Bedroom that has a queen size bed, with a 32 "tv, a wardrobe and a drawer. The Magnolia Room is a 13 sqm Bedroom that has a queen size bed, with a private bathroom a 32 "tv, a wardrobe and a drawer. The Agapantus Room is a 12 sqm Bedroom that has a queen size bed, with a small balcony, a 32 "tv, a wardrobe and a drawer. Towels, hairdryers, as well as bedclothes are available. We also provide a Crib, Cot / s and high chair for infants if needed. We have Free Parking and Free WIFI. Smoking is not allowed inside the apartment. It's foreseen a smoking area in the Balcony. We are a family owned and operated business. If needed we can provide airport transports at an additions cost or facilitate grate deals on rental cars (contact us for more information). Please refer in your booking if children are joining, expected arrival time, any other special request or with relevance to your stay. For more adventurous people, the surrounding areas have fun activities to do such as surf, bodyboard, hikes, etc ... ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 35734/AL ### Property is also known as Refuge Guest Your Home Away Retreat Amazing Gardens Sceneries ## About the area Located in São Vicente, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Ethnographic Museum of Madeira and Casa das Mudas Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of Our Lady of Light and Santana Traditional Houses. Traveling with kids? Consider Eglise de Jesus-Bom Senhor and Lava Pools. [Visit our São Vicente travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sao-Vicente.dx6047040) [View more Vacation homes in São Vicente](https://www.expedia.ca/Sao-Vicente-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6047040-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.80407%2C-17.04701&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F88zDW3evgsuMfhJ2m4cuFBy0sw=) São Vicente. Madeira, Madeira Region ### What's nearby - ![Encumeda - Levada das Rabaças 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2016 🏖 World's Leading Island Destination 2015 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2014 🏖 Europe's Leading Island Destination 2013](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046605/84564d18-beed-491e-a39a-c49b777c8689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Laurisilva of Madeira 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center showing caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081829/bc8c2084-cd53-48ee-a29b-30b1d4d2ee66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Madeira Island featuring rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635188846851/143a2794-94ba-4e7f-824f-b8b1b52ffb89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seixal Beach 10 min drive \- 8.0 km - ![Porto Moniz Natural Pools featuring rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081841/2eaf0d9d-2b34-4062-9ebd-6e74ef3f1147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porto Moniz Natural Pools 25 min drive \- 19.7 km - Funchal Marina 41 min drive \- 36.4 km ### Getting around - Cristiano Ronaldo Airport (FNC) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Poncha de São Vicente 4 min walk - Venda Nova 3 min drive - Calhau Padaria & Pastelaria 9 min walk - Jungle Cafe 37 min drive - Bar Escola Velha 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries? ### What time is check-out at Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries? ### Where is Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Refúgio Guest House, your Home Away Retreat with amazing gardens and sceneries Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah A B. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for groups Although there were just 3 of us, we liked our own bedrooms. Well equipped kitchen with lots of dishes. Would be great for a much larger group, too. The picture we saw on line was for the smaller house. We were in the larger house next to it. Just a few minutes up the hl from Sao Vicente. Winding road. Lovely stay. ##### Deborah A B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley M. Jul 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location Location was central enough that we did day trips to see the entire island. Loved our little community. ##### Shelley M. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo](https://www.expedia.ca/Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d602954-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Exquisite Poolside Apt at the fabulous Oasis Parque. 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