Solar da Bica  

Nestled in the São Vicente Valley on Madeira Island, this cozy agrotourism country house sits amid laurisilva forest and mountain vistas. You're a short drive from the Caves of São Vicente and the Volcanism Center, with Seixal Beach and the Porto Moniz natural pools within reach. Madeira Airport is about 45 km away — renting a car is recommended. Family-friendly vibes and a quiet, neighbours-free setting make it a relaxed rural retreat.

Solar da Bica combines two renovated centuries‑old houses with modern comforts. The 11 rooms have private balconies or patios, refrigerators and flat‑screen TVs, plus private bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers. Expect a rustic-meets-modern décor, panoramic garden views and an organic vegetable garden that helps feed the breakfasts.

Enjoy an indoor heated pool and sauna, a panoramic garden, a lobby fireplace and barbecue grills. There's a bar/lounge, a picnic area and a small playroom for kids. Wellness touches include a massage room, and the property runs a sustainable vegetable garden. Free on-site self-parking is available.

Complimentary wireless internet is available across the property. Onsite conveniences include laundry facilities, a library, a tour desk and car rental assistance.

Start the day with a continental or buffet breakfast (served daily for a fee), often featuring ingredients from the estate's organic garden. There's a bar/lounge and a café on site, but no full restaurant — guests are encouraged to drive out to sample Madeira's local dining and regional flavors.