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Casa Velha do Palheiro, Funchal |
Rua de Estalagem, 23 - São Gonçalo, 9060-415, Funchal, Madeira, Atlantic Islands, PORTUGAL. |
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Description: Casa Velha do PalheiroCasa Velha do Palheiro was built in the early 19th Century as a hunting lodge for the Count of Carvalhal and was bought in 1885 by John Burden Blandy. The Casa Velha (“Old House”) was restored in 1996 and opened on 1st May 1997 as one of Madeira’s first 5-star Country House Hotels.The hotel is now a part of Palheiro Nature Estate. Since its acquisition by the Blandy family in 1885, successive generations have managed the transition from traditional farming to leisure-based activities. This strong tradition of hospitality and quality continues in all areas today, from golf and the hotel to the gardens and flower business from real estate to property management and even the sports motor cruiser. The names of Blandy and Palheiro are synonymous with quality on Madeira Island and beyond. The hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro is a member of the Relais & Châteaux establishment and provides 33 rooms and 5 suites, each one singular in style and personality. The hotel's restaurant is highly regarded, and a deserved gourmet reference point. Guests enjoy the evening atmosphere by candlelight in the elegant dining room. Breakfast is served in the sun-filled conservatory. Type of rooms: Casa Velha do PalheiroAll rooms have en suite bathrooms, equipped with hairdryers and heated towel rails.14 Double Rooms in Garden Wing: 28m2. Built 1997. View of garden. 7 Double Rooms in Main House: Size varies. Built 1804. View of garden and courtyard. 12 Double Rooms in Golf Wing: 32m2. Built 1999. View of garden and golf course. 3 Junior Suite Rooms in Main House: 52m2. Built 1804. View of front lawn. 2 Senior Suite Rooms in Golf Wing: 57m2. Built 1999. View of garden and golf course. Additional information: Casa Velha do PalheiroNestled in the hills to the east of Funchal, Casa Velha do Palheiro is situated just 7 km from the centre of Funchal and bordered by the renowned Palheiro Gardens and the championship Palheiro Golf Course. Palheiro Golf Clubhouse Restaurant: The Clubhouse Restaurant sits high above Funchal and affords a glorious panorama of the bay, the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. Gastronomy at Palheiro Golf Clubhouse Restaurant combines local culinary tastes with a southern European flavour. Casa de Chá - The Tea House enjoys a privileged position in Palheiro Gardens, right next to Palheiro Golf and Casa Velha do Palheiro hotel. Palheiro Spa: Set amidst the tranquil Palheiro Nature Estate, Palheiro SPA has four treatment rooms, a relaxation room, sauna and Turkish steam bath, refreshing rain and waterfall shower experiences, a fabulous heated indoor swimming pool with exhilarating massage jets and a fitness room. Palheiro Golf: Set within the magnificent Palheiro Nature Estate, the 18-hole, par 72 Championship golf course meanders through a pristine environment of maritime pine and botanical woodland embroidered with lush, sub-tropical vegetation. At nearly 500 m (1640 ft) above sea level, the location is blessed with dramatic views of Madeira’s mountainous skyline and the vast Atlantic Ocean. Palheiro Gardens: As one of the most beautiful gardens in Madeira, they are famous not only for the variety of plants that grow there but also for the beauty of their setting in the hills to the east of Funchal. Stairs: Contact the hotel to ask about your specific needs. Special requests are taken into consideration but may not be guaranteed. Photo ID matching the reservation credit card may be required. Extra costs: Check the complete terms and conditions of additional services and facilities as well as early arrival or late departure fees. Costs that are not automatically included must be paid. The hotel may charge the guest according to its own current policies (deposit, cancellation fees, daily exchange rate to local currency, etc.). Check their policies and consider travel insurance that covers cancellation fees for all circumstances Photos may not show each specific bedroom. |
Basic Info:
Number of rooms: 38
Official category: 5 stars.
Year of establishment and/or latest refurbishment: 1804/1999.
Languages spoken: Portuguese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Smoking policy: There are non-smoking rooms available.Credit cards accepted: American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Carte Bleue, EC-Card. How to get here: On exiting the airport take the motorway in direction to Funchal. Look carefully for the numbered exit signs on the motorway and leave at exit nº 13 indicating Funchal (Boa Nova); Palheiro Ferreiro. Check your speed as the exit ramp is quite short, and turn right following the sign indicating Palheiro Ferreiro; Palheiro Golf. After the first bend take the first turning to your left always following the signs up the hill to Palheiro Golf. On entering Palheiro Estate you will see the sign indicating Casa Velha to your left. The hotel is another 500 metres along the road. GPS Coordinates: 32° 39' 29.12'' N 16° 52' 2.57'' W Nearest airport: Madeira Airport - 17km.
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