Summerplace Guesthouse, Faja Da Ovelha (Madeira)

A jewel on the unspoiled south coast, this boutique guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat and features magnificent views across the valley of Lombada dos Cedros and the Atlantic Ocean.

Summerplace has an elevated position in a quaint rural village and is the ideal place in which to relax amid fresh country air and beautiful scenery. Enjoy the solar-heated swimming pool and personalised service.

Each room has been thoughtfully designed and combines modern decor with antique furniture and paintings to create a homely ambience.

The ‘levada’ walks begin a short distance from the property and mountain-biking and hiking trails are positioned immediately behind the guest house.

Children cannot be accommodated at Summerplace.

The guest house is situated on the south west coast of Madeira, which can arguably be described as the most beautiful part of the island. It is full of awe-inspiring scenery, dramatic coastlines, soaring mountain ranges, craggy valleys and beautiful flowers. This side of the island is far less populated than the east coast and has a pleasant climate.

On levada walks enjoy fresh forest air, cool rock streams and pools together with an array of bird life. Nature walking trails and mountain-hikes are very close by. The energetic trail that starts immediately behind the property leads well into the Madeira Nature Reserve to the area of Fonte do Bispo.

The small rural village of Lombada dos Cedros is a pleasant 10-minute drive from sandy Calheta Beach, and a 15-minute drive from Ponta do Pargo, which is the westernmost point of the island. The scenic drive to the quaint villages of Paul do Mar and Jardim do Mar is breathtaking. The road twists and turns its way past vertical cliffs and deep valleys to the ocean 500 metres below, passing a number of tunnels and high waterfalls along the way. Nearby restaurants where you can experience local Madeiran cuisine are a 5-minute drive away.

An excellent alternative to large impersonal hotels, Summerplace Guesthouse offers a charmig, pleasant and warm atmosphere. The guest house is run and managed by its owners.

As a bed and breakfast establishment it offers unrivalled personal service. You will leave feeling rested, refreshed and invigorated. English, German and French are spoken at Summerplace.



Souvenirs and artefacts from Africa, Asia, Europe and America collected by the hosts on their travels adorn the walls and floors.

Each chic en suite bedroom has been thoughtfully designed and tastefully decorated to the highest standard. Flat-screen TVs and DVD players are installed in every room offering English, German, French and Portuguese programs. Relax on your private patio (deluxe rooms) and enjoy mountain or sea views in complete tranquillity.