With panoramic ocean views, a sleek modern design, and an award-winning architectural pedigree, The Madeiran Lookout offers an elevated island escape just minutes from central Funchal. This four-bedroom villa combines indoor-outdoor living, a heated pool, and designer interiors for a stay that’s both refined and effortlessly relaxed.
The Madeiran Lookout is an architectural showpiece where award-winning design meets everyday luxury. Perched 100 metres above sea level in the desirable Quebradas de Baixo neighbourhood, this contemporary four-bedroom villa offers sweeping ocean views, striking modern aesthetics, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Ideal for design-conscious travellers, the villa’s bold lines, expansive windows, and calm, minimalist interiors create a restful yet sophisticated retreat.
At its heart, a light-filled living area flows effortlessly into a gourmet kitchen outfitted with premium Bosch appliances and sleek stone surfaces - perfect for culinary exploration. Each of the four en-suite bedrooms is a private haven, with the master suite featuring both a bathtub and an indulgent walk-in shower.
The heated pool and terrace invite long afternoons under the sun or laid-back evenings with Madeira’s dramatic coastline as your backdrop. With Funchal just a 10-minute drive away and the beach even closer, The Madeiran Lookout offers the best of both worlds: peaceful surroundings with easy access to the island’s vibrant capital.
Whether you're seeking a quiet escape or a stylish base for island adventures, this standout villa sets a new benchmark for modern Madeiran living.
What Oliver loves...
Award-winning architecture and sleek modern interiors throughout
Heated swimming pool with sea views and seamless indoor-outdoor flow
Prime location just a 10-minute drive from Funchal and moments from the coast
What you should know
Please note that the pricing is based on 2 guests - additional guests incur an extra charge of €35 per guest per night.
The layout and design may be better suited to families with older children or teens.
A car is recommended for easy access to beaches, shops, and central Funchal.
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The Local Area
About the surrounding area of The Madeiran Lookout
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Outstanding Landscapes
Set in the peaceful São Martinho neighbourhood of Funchal, The Madeiran Lookout offers far-reaching sea views and a quiet residential atmosphere, just a short drive from the coast. This well-connected spot makes it easy to dip between laid-back beach days and the vibrant culture of Madeira’s capital.
Within five minutes, you can be walking the popular Lido promenade or relaxing on Praia Formosa, one of the island’s best-known beaches. Funchal’s city centre is just 10 minutes away by car, offering access to markets, museums, restaurants and the marina.
Closer to home, you’ll find cafés, bakeries and supermarkets for daily essentials, along with coastal walking paths that showcase Madeira’s rugged shoreline. Whether you're planning to explore inland hiking trails or keep things simple by the sea, this location makes it easy to enjoy all sides of the island.
Please be aware that the location tab shown on the website is not based on the property's exact location; therefore, all location amenities are an approx of facilities, restaurants, and villages/towns you might find around the property. The property's exact location will be provided to you before arrival and might come along with some recommendations about the area and what to visit.
The Region
Funchal is the largest city on the island of Madeira and is encapsulated by Pico Ruivo and its neighbouring mountains, which look as if they have been seamlessly carved into the skyline by a Lusitanian God.
There is no better spot to start your holiday than in the Old Town, which illustrates its personality though street art, architecture and busy local businesses. There are many fine eateries, botanical gardens, a cathedral and impressive museums. Perhaps hop on the Madeira Cable Car as one of your first activities, as this will give you a great idea of the islands size.
Many flock Funchal in order to enjoy the Atlantic Coastline. This is home to its prominent harbour, where hundreds of boats and yachts, some of which enable visitors to embark on a magical sea voyage, can be found. Funchal really is a destination for lovers of the sea; as there are renowned surfing points, as well as being a great place to spot some whales.
Madeirans are also notorious for their elaborate festivals. If you’re travelling during the New Year, you will be treated to one of the world’s biggest Firework Festivals…a dazzling sight! During late February & early Mrach, you are able to witness Carnival and the streets of Funchal are lit with parades and festivities. If that’s not enough for you; the Atlantic Festival International Fireworks Competition, Wine Festival and Christmas are all noteworthy dates for anyone visiting Funchal.
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ABOUT MADEIRA
The island of Madeira can be found south west of mainland Portugal, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Due to the island’s location, its is considered to have a Mediterranean climate that serves locals and visitors all year round – making it an ideal escape from reality at any point in the year.
What we love Madeira for is its seemingly ongoing festivals! Madeirans have found an excuse to celebrate most things; including film, their natural surroundings and key patron saints. This means that planning a visit during these days and even weeks of commemoration is well worth it (scroll down to see some key dates).
Madeira is divided into several municipals, each with a special offering to those who visit this island. Our favourite two communities are Funchal and Calheta and these are where you will find most of our beautiful villas.
Madeira’s landscape extends much more than a striking coastline. Make sure you pack some hiking boots and venture inland during your stay. With mountainous trails along Vereda do Arieiro, or more countryside appropriate paths like Levada do Risco and waterfall chasing treks like Levada do Caldeirao Verde – this archipelago has everything a keen outdoors person requires.
For those who enjoy either playing or watching sports, you’ll be happy to know Madeira offers so much selection. Madeira is also home to three notable football clubs, so if you’re visiting during the football season and want to see a good quality of football, you have every chance to. Porto Santo Golfe is the island’s renowned golf course. With an 18-hole course (Par 72) overlooking a Galapagos-like backdrop, golf enthusiasts will certainly want a ‘slice’ of the action! Surfers can access some great beaches like Jardim do Mar, Ponta Pequena, Paul do Mar, and Fajã da Ovelha in order to find some swell. Or, if you’re simply looking to recline on a sun lounger and soak up some rays, whilst listening to crystal clear waves break as they hit the shores, you will find plenty of man-made beaches & Lidos created for your leisure!
With a superb climate, close proximity to the coastline, wonderful cuisine, charming locals and astonishing scenery – this is a fabulous holiday choice for families & friends.
But while you're enjoying one of our fantastic villas in Madeira, you may well want to take some time out from all that sun worship to explore everything else the region has to offer – so we've put together this handy travel guide to give you a little help and inspiration!
