Madeira SAO GONCALO

Standing high above Funchal and well removed from the hustle and bustle, much of Sao Gonçalo enjoys panoramic views towards the sea. In bygone days, there were vast estates incorporating hunting lodges and ornamental gardens. This is also home to the famous Palheiro Golf Course.

Casa Velha do Palheiro ☆☆☆☆☆

This former 18th century hunting lodge has been transformed into an exclusive country house style hotel. It is situated adjacent to the renowned Palheiro Gardens and offers direct access to the famous Golf Course which adjoins the hotel grounds.

Casa Velha is certainly a haven of tranquillity. Morning room and library, lounge bar. The elegant dining room is justifiably famous for its gourmet cuisine. The well appointed bedrooms have multi-channel cable television, minibar.

Outdoor heated swimming pool, pool-bar and sun terraces. Floodlit tennis court, croquet, badminton, billiards. Sauna and steam room. Regular courtesy bus into Funchal.