Sverker B.

Super kind but also very discreet host, while I was staying I didn't notice the host's presence at all. The location is a dream, with a lot of peace and an absolutely gorgeous view of the ocean and Cristo Rei. You can only hear the birdsong in the background. If you want to feel like you are merging with nature, this is the ideal place. The apartment has 2 bedrooms plus a living room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and a huge terrace and is equipped with absolutely all the necessary utilities (TV, induction hob, oven, washing machine, high-speed wi-fi internet, vertical iron, cooking grill, hairdryer, etc.). I even had an espresso machine with beans that makes some extremely good coffee. In addition, the location has a free parking space. Nearby you have attractions such as Cristo Rei, Praia do Garajau, restaurants and supermarkets such as Pingo Doce or Continente. If you are looking for a super quiet place with an absolutely stunning view, this is the perfect place. I highly recommend and I will definitely come back.

The villa was fantastic, with a great atmosphere and everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It’s right by the ocean, and the view from the terrace is just beautiful – having breakfast and dinner with that view every day was a real pleasure. There’s a wonderful beach nearby with stunning cliffs, and the location overall is perfect, with everything you might need close at hand. The host paid great attention to detail, and we didn’t miss anything during our stay. Overall, it was a truly amazing experience

We have stayed at Sverker house almost a month and it was an amazing time.

Check in was effortless, Sverker gave us a lot of hints about neighbourhoods, location of the closest shops, bakery etc.

We haven't met Sverker during our stay as he was abroad but if needed we communicated through WhatsApp.

House is as shown on photos, there is a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, and living room. If you plan to work from Madeira, internet connection was good, however there is in practice one desk which is sufficient to do a work. In the kitchen there is all essential equipment (oven, coffee machine, pan, cutlery etc).

The view from apartment is amazing.

Neighborhood
It's rather quite area. You will have around 20-30 minutes to the beach, which was a bit disappointing at the beginning, but then when we were used to ocean waves we love it. There are shops nearby (5 minutes) where you can buy essential stuff, there are also nice restaurants and bars.

Spectacular view, convenient location, good value and a pleasant and responsive host....what more do you need?

Neighborhood
Quiet residential street next to a busy local commercial street with restaurants and basic services. Typically the area is a mix of residents and visitors. There are buses but renting a car is more convenient.

Recommended places nearby
The walk down to Cristo Rei and the cable car to the beach!

The expectations of the flat were met one hundred per cent. Remote working is possible due to the good internet. Daily cooking in the well-equipped kitchen is possible. Communication with the host ran smoothly at a very high level.

Neighborhood
Laid-back residential area outside of Funchal. You'll get everything you need in the local shops.

Recommended places nearby
Reis Magos Beach and check out the surrounding levada hikes since they are less crowded

The apartment was as described. In one bedroom, there is a blue desk with a deskchair on wheels, which is good to work on. The second bedroom didn't have a desk. We needed a second working space and had to use the table from the veranda and a normal chair. The internet is excellent, we didn't have any technical problems with telephone or video conferences.
The apartment has everything you need (if you don't need a dishwasher). The furniture is old style and the decorations fit to the name, Casa Shiva. Someone who is looking for a fancy, stylish place to stay, will be disappointed. We found the kitchen and the bathrooms are a bit worn out. But the big veranda, the view down to Cristo Rei and to the sea are worth the rent! We loved it. The old dog is no longer there, but Sverker just got a cute small and gentle dog who is still getting used to the surroundings. Sylvie sometimes gave yoga classes in the house, but most of the time, we didn't hear it. The landlords are very friendly and Sverker was very helpful, whenever there was a problem or a need, he was there.

Neighborhood
Residential area, houses with gardens, very little traffic. Quiet area, except for barking dogs, like everywhere in Madeira :-)
There are bus stops near by, but they only serve Funchal and Carnico. For everything else, there is a 7m car rental 5 walking minutes away. Renting in the internet is cheaper than in the shop.

Recommended places nearby
The lava swimming pools in Porto Moniz.

The house was nice, a bit old furnished, but that's common to Madeira.
The landlord was nice, and altogether the atmosphere was good.

Neighborhood
very nice and quit

Recommended places nearby
sushi place near the house was good, also the hamburger track next to the pingo doce

Thank you for such a wonderful stay! Such a great and lovely home and beautiful energy all around. I recommend this stay to anyone looking to relax and gather with the beautiful water views.

We recently had the most amazing experience staying at Sverker's apartment in Canico, Madeira. It was an absolute delight from beginning to end. Sverker is an exceptional host who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. From the warm welcome to the valuable local tips, he truly made us feel at home.

The apartment itself exceeded all expectations. The stunning ocean views from the balcony were breathtaking. The modern and stylish decor created a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. It was impeccably clean and equipped with everything we needed for a memorable stay.

The location was ideal - a peaceful retreat away from the city, yet close enough to explore the beaches and enjoy the beauty of Madeira. We especially loved the unforgettable sunsets we witnessed from the balcony.

In summary, we highly recommend Sverker's apartment in Canico, Madeira. It was an incredible experience, and we can't thank Sverker enough for his hospitality. We look forward to returning in the future!

We spent 1 month here and overall enjoyed the time a lot.
The hosts Sverker and Silvia are very positive and hospitable people who tried to find a solution for everything. Silvia is also a highly recommended yoga teacher.
The apartment is spacious with a large living area with kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. It has a fabulous view and a huge terrace. The bathroom and the kitchen are a bit outdated and should be renewed soon (especially the cooking surface). Nevertheless, we could use everything without problems ... we cooked a lot. (We did't use the microwave.)
There is a workstation in one of the bedrooms. Also, you can work at the table on the terrace, which we partly put in the apartment. The internet connection was very good.
In the immediate vicinity is everything you need for everyday life: 2-3 simple Cafes, a bakery, 2-3 restaurants, 2 minimarkets. The bus goes about 1 time an hour to Funchal. If you want to see more of the island we would highly recommend renting a car – especially because everything on this island is very steep: This went problem-free at "7M" in the main street at relatively low prices. The cars are already a bit worn, but were otherwise reliable.

… and most important: There’s the the old and very cute dog Pepe, who will come to visit you from time to time.

Thanks for the good time!

What a great stay! The apartment was clean, spacious, fully equipped with good internet connection and most importantly with a stunning view of the ocean, we didn't miss anything. Location of the flat was good as well - a quiet area close to the beach " de Garaju" and the supermarket Pingo Doce. During our stay we interacted mainly with Silvia who was always available to help when we needed it. Strongly recommend :)

We stayed at the Garajau apartment for 5 weeks in June/July, 2022. Our interaction was mainly with Sylvia who was very sweet and always checked in with us when we saw each other during our stay. We enjoyed spending time getting to know her.
The apartment has a lovely terrace with a view directly out to the Atlantic and the Cristo Rei monument. You can sit at a table and chairs for dining or to work, as well as enjoy lounging in chairs to take in the view and the sun.
The apartment is older and certain areas are in need of upgrading in order to remain competitive with other available units.
The living area is open with a lot of light, sofa, chair, tv(didn’t use), and blue tooth speakers. The internet connection is slow and not conducive to remote work but otherwise functional.
The kitchen is open to the living area, unfortunately, it is not completely functional. The stove top is old and rusted, the microwave is also old and has a very bad odor. I was shocked to see the condition of the cabinets which were not clean with stains that could have easily been removed. There were dirty mugs and cutlery in the cabinets and the drawers. I was unable to cook one meal in the kitchen, including making a good cup of coffee in the morning. The washing machine located beside the kitchen works well along with the drying rack.
There are two nice sized bedrooms with double beds. Linens were provided, each bedroom has a window opening to the terrace area.
There are two hall bathrooms, each older and in need of an upgrade. The walk-in shower is small with a lot of erosion and ugly stuff that just can’t be removed. The 2nd. Bathroom has a tub with a hand-held shower. Do not try to use it hanging from the wall otherwise it may hit you on the head. Also, the tub is very slippery. Be aware, the water pressure is not strong and changes based on what is being used. There was only one bath towel and two hand towels provided, however Sylvia provided an additional set upon request.
If you don’t plan on cooking meals and are looking for a shorter stay then it may be right for you.

Neighborhood
Garajau has a village like feel. We met a number of residents while there and felt like residents as we spent more time in the cafes and restaurants. It offers two small mercados, a pharmacy, salons and cafes.

Recommended places nearby
Frango de Guia has fresh food where you can eat healthy.

Excellent

Recommended places nearby
Frutaria Banamadeira, Bar Neptuno

You really will find a view in a million here.

Neighborhood
Very quiet and beautiful place.

Recommended places nearby
Jardins do Garajau

Sylvia and Sverker are great hosts. They are so lovely. I also had Yoga sessions with Sylvia (she is a Yoga-teacher) what was a great experience. The apartment is spacious, beautiful and a great vew to the sea. You will have all what you need for food around you. Thank you a lot!

The appartement is very well located:
- Very beautiful view on the sea.
- 5 min. to all shops for the daily needs
Equipment/environment for daily business remote work is perfect (desk, WiFi connection, etc).
Very frindly und helpful landlord

Well equipped, spacious house, located in a nice area close to shops, restaurants and the beach. Fantastic seaview balcony. Owners were very nice and helpful and all communication went smooth. We really enjoyed our stay at Caniço and will definitely recommend booking this house. We'll come back for sure!

Neighborhood
Nice, quiet seaview villa area 15 mins by car from Funchal, close to Garajau beach

Recommended places nearby
Restaurants: Neptuno, Ferrugem no Garajau Bistro
Viewpoint: Cristo Rei
Beach: Praia do Garajau
Yoga: Shiva Yoga Retreats

Beautiful and peaceful house, the view from the balcony is spectacular. The house is very well equipped and the kitchen is very spacious for cooking.

The owner is kind and communicative, will definitely recommend staying here !

The villa is very beautifully located and it has all of the necessry amenities. Sverker was very helpful and responded to our needs.

Neighborhood
The neighbourhood is very peaceful and people are extremely nice.

Recommended places nearby
I highly recommend a little cafe on Estrada do Garajau, called 'Pao D'lo'. The owner is very lovely, pastries are delicious and we used to go there everyday.

The hosts were very helpful if I had any questions or needed something.
They live on the property so were very accessible

Neighborhood
It's a very quiet, residential area.
The upside is you don't hear cars or traffic, the downside is there isn't much in terms of restaurants but there is both a Pingo Doce and Continente nearby

Recommended places nearby
No