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Set within 1.2 km of Palmeiras Beach and 18 km of Marina do Funchal in Santa Cruz, Villas Madalena Chalets vista mar cWiFi features accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home offers sea views, a terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The owners were very kind and made sure I was happy with everything . I will definitely be going back and will recommend the chalet to my friends

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9.1
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Situated in Santa Cruz and only 2.1 km from Reis Magos Beach, Vilas Mediterrâneo features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The villa has family rooms.

The Vila was very close to the airport and it was a quick drive to Funchal. The Vilas are very clean and had all the basic needs provided for you, like kitchenware, towels and toilet paper. All pictures of the Vilas are exactly what you see, spacious bedrooms, balcony off every room, beautiful view of the ocean, and a safe quiet area. They even set up to have a cleaning lady come to the vilas twice a week to clean, change towels, take out the trash and give you more toilet paper. Owner has very quick response time (even given the 5 hour difference. We had notify the property owner, prior to our stay,the arrival time of our flight. As a follow up email, we were also given a number to call when we were 10-15 minutes away from the Vila. The owner was already on site as we arrived by taxi. Owners were quick to respond to all emails and questions. Overall we would highly recommend a stay a the Vila and will book our future trip at this place.

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9.1
Superb
214 reviews
Price from
£195
per night

Featuring a garden with a children's playground, sun terrace and free WiFi, Casa da Horta by Atlantic Holiday is a holiday home in Santa Cruz. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a balcony. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

A whole new house with barbecue place. We had a great stay there. Great service from managing company and the owner. Everything is new. Fire place in the house. Parking in front of the house along the street. 10 min from airport. It’s on the hill, driving up with a stick could be a challenge. Recommend renting a stronger automatic, would be useful for the whole island.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

The spacious holiday home with a terrace and sea views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views.

Spacious and clean house. Excellent kitchen and a large table for a group of friends. Beautiful view of the ocean, Funchal and landing planes. Quite a steep road for a car. It is better to use the serpentine rather than the road suggested by the navigator.

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9.4
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£153
per night

Providing a private beach area, a terrace and free WiFi, Sol e Mar by the airport is a recently renovated holiday home 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal. With city views, this accommodation provides a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Santana's traditional houses.

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£219
per night

The spacious holiday home with a balcony and sea views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Spaciousness and views over the sea. Ideal for families and those who like plane spotting.

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9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
£183
per night

Located in Santa Cruz and only 20 km from Santana's traditional houses, Quinta Meneses provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated holiday home is located 23 km from Marina do Funchal and 34 km from Girao Cape. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from Palheiro Gardens.

We liked everything about Quinta Meneses. Berta welcomed us very warmly even if we arrived very late at night. It was magical to arrive in her beautiful house nested in a great garden. The house was extremely clean and cosy. We wish we had stayed more and hope to be back some day! Thank you Berta!

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9.5
Exceptional
21 reviews
Price from
£113
per night

The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

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9.3
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£303
per night

The 2-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

-Comfy beds ! -2 bathrooms -Rooftop -Close to the ocean/center -Private parking spot -Towels -Laundry

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9.5
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Set in Santa Cruz and only 14 km from Marina do Funchal, Gaula Residence by Madeira Sun Travel offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 25 km from Girao Cape, 27 km from Santana's traditional houses and 8.9 km from Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro. Madeira Botanical Garden is 12 km from the holiday home and Sao Tiago Fort is 13 km away.

Spacious, well equipped house with a huge terrace parking space (although a bit tricky to park at as it is pretty steep (as many are in Madeira))

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

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Great for families or large parties, holiday homes are privately owned accommodation, available for long or short-term rental. These homes are furnished and equipped with kitchen facilities for self-catering, although breakfast may be offered as an add-on. These properties have their own independent front door, which makes them different to apartments.
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  • Villas Madalena Chalets vista mar cWiFi
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 183 reviews

    Set within 1.2 km of Palmeiras Beach and 18 km of Marina do Funchal in Santa Cruz, Villas Madalena Chalets vista mar cWiFi features accommodation with seating area.

    The closeness to the airport and the view from my room was to die for.

  • Vilas Mediterrâneo
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 214 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz and only 2.1 km from Reis Magos Beach, Vilas Mediterrâneo features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Kontakt z właścicielem, lokalizacją. Duża przestrzeń.

  • Casa da Horta by Atlantic Holiday
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Featuring a garden with a children's playground, sun terrace and free WiFi, Casa da Horta by Atlantic Holiday is a holiday home in Santa Cruz.

  • Maison avec vue exceptionnelle sur l'océan - 5 mn du centre ville
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Located 19 km from Marina do Funchal, 24 km from Santana's traditional houses and 29 km from Girao Cape, Maison avec vue exceptionnelle sur l'océan - 5 mn du centre ville features accommodation set in...

    Gentilesse et disponibilité des hôtes et situation geographique/ vue

  • Sol e Mar by the airport
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Providing a private beach area, a terrace and free WiFi, Sol e Mar by the airport is a recently renovated holiday home 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Duża przestrzeń, jasne mieszkanie, zadbane, wielki taras z meblami. Blisko do portu oraz do głównej drogi

  • Isaac Villa in Santa Cruz
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, Isaac Villa in Santa Cruz offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. A hot tub is available for guests.

    La maison est très agréable Literie très confortable

  • Quinta Meneses
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz and only 20 km from Santana's traditional houses, Quinta Meneses provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Amazing property, very responsive host. We highly recommend this place.

  • Moradia Casa Feliz
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Boasting quiet street views, Moradia Casa Feliz offers accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 20 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Rendezett, tiszta apartman, kényelmesen elfértünk. Minden rendben volt.

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  • FLH Santa Cruz Triplex with Terrace
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Islands region, FLH Santa Cruz Triplex with Terrace has a terrace.

    Very spacious and comfortable apartment with everything you needed.

  • Gaula Residence by Madeira Sun Travel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz and only 14 km from Marina do Funchal, Gaula Residence by Madeira Sun Travel offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Despertar do Sol
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 68 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz and only 1.2 km from Palmeiras Beach, Despertar do Sol provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Completamente equipado com espaços limpos e amplos

  • The Jasmin House by LovelyStay
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, The Jasmin House by LovelyStay provides accommodation with a private pool. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    tolle Unterkunft, alles wunderbar, sehr gepflegt, die Aussicht ein Traum!

  • Sea View Villa by Madeira Sun Travel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Sea View Villa by Madeira Sun Travel, a property with a casino and a garden, is located in Santa Cruz, 18 km from Marina do Funchal, 24 km from Santana's traditional houses, as well as 29 km from...

    Alles. Die Räume, die Ausstattung und die Aussicht.

  • Villa Luz II - NEW - Private Outdoor Area
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 45 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz and only 2.4 km from Palmeiras Beach, Villa Luz II - NEW - Private Outdoor Area provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The hosts, the appartment and value and the location.

  • Casa da Morena
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews

    Boasting pool views, Casa da Morena features accommodation with a patio, around 1.6 km from Palmeiras Beach.

    Die Unterkunft war noch schöner als auf den Bildern

  • Villa Reis Gaula
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Villa Reis Gaula offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 16 km from Marina do Funchal.

    The view, the house, all. Was a perfect house for our vacations.

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  • Rising Sun House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Boasting a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Rising Sun House can be found in Santa Cruz, close to Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal.

  • Villa Calçada
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, Villa Calçada features accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and sea views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Villa 58, a Home in Madeira
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Santa Cruz and only 1.9 km from Palmeiras Beach, Villa 58, a Home in Madeira offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Casa dos Amigos
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Casa dos Amigos provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 15 km from Marina do Funchal.

  • Eddy´s House
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Eddy´s House is located in Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Sao Roque Beach and 2 km from Banda d'Alem Beach.

  • Salt Water Villa
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    Boasting a balcony with sea views, a private beach area and pool with a view, Salt Water Villa can be found in Santa Cruz, close to Palmeiras Beach and 16 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Extremely friendly, obliging, kind host with professional contact.

  • Vivenda da Natureza
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews

    Featuring a patio with mountain views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Vivenda da Natureza can be found in Santa Cruz, close to Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Wir waren rundum zufrieden :-) Vielen Dank an die tollen Gastgeber Fatima & José.

  • Villa Luz - Family House Vacations- Large Private Outdoor Area
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 30 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Villa Luz - Family House Vacations- Large Private Outdoor Area offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 2.3 km from Palmeiras Beach.

    Amazing wonderful view and far from all the tourist hotels

  • Casa do Miradoro
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 87 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, Casa do Miradora features a terrace and a garden. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.

    De ligging van het appartement en de vriendelijke en behulpzame eigenaren.

  • ZiZis Place
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 67 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, ZiZis Place is located in Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Palmeiras Beach and 19 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Very spacious aprtement with terrace and balconies

  • Villa Sunrise View by Madeira Sun Travel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa Sunrise View by Madeira Sun Travel is set in Santa Cruz.

    ótima localização e o alojamento tinha tudo o que pudéssemos necessitar.

  • Casa dos Caseiros
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 39 reviews

    Casa dos Caseiros is a beachfront property located in Santa Cruz, 18 km from Marina do Funchal and 23 km from Santana's traditional houses.

    Small little house in the center of Santa Cruz... loved it🙂

  • Casa Madeira
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 28 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, Casa Madeira provides accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and mountain views. The property has garden and quiet street views, and is 1.6 km from Palmeiras Beach.

    Casa excelente, equipada com tudo que era necessario

  • Beach House
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews

    Featuring a garden, private pool and sea views, Beach House is set in Santa Cruz. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    The location was amazing. The kids loved the pool and the house was ideal for our family.

  • Villa Beach Club
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz, Villa Beach Club offers accommodation with a private pool, a patio and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    The villa was superb and the pool was great. The villa was located on the coast with stunning views

  • Villa Black Rock with pool by HR MADEIRA
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, Villa Black Rock with pool by HR MADEIRA provides accommodation with a private pool, a patio and pool views.

    Villa stupenda con piscina, modernamente arredata con tutti i comfort. Vista bellissima.

  • Villa Valeriu
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Villa Valeriu is located in Santa Cruz. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 13 km from Marina do Funchal.

  • The Balcony
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 10 reviews

    Offering a garden and sea view, The Balcony is situated in Santa Cruz, 600 metres from Palmeiras Beach and 18 km from Marina do Funchal.

    Krásné místo s výhledem, parkováním, centrum města pohodlně dostupné pěšky.

  • Casa Morena by Atlantic Holiday
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews

    Set in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Islands region and Palmeiras Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Casa Morena by Atlantic Holiday offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a garden and...

    Krasny vyhlad, Pekny apartmán, cisty, super hostiteľ

  • Palheiro do Avô
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 64 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Palheiro do Avô offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Santana's traditional houses.

    Todo en general El entorno es precioso y la casa perfecta

  • Vila Pragelas
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 16 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Vila Pragelas is situated in Santa Cruz. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Terrasse vue sur mer, lits confortables, parking pour la voiture, villa confortable et bien équipée.

  • CASA Da CERCA ACHADA De GAULA
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    CASA Da CERCA ACHADA De GAULA, a property with barbecue facilities, is located in Santa Cruz, 17 km from Marina do Funchal, 28 km from Girao Cape, as well as 28 km from Santana's traditional houses.

    La ubicación, la amplitud y muchos útiles disponibles.

  • Suites Pinto Coelho
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 27 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz, Suites Pinto Coelho features accommodation with a private pool, a patio and mountain views. The property features pool and garden views, and is 1.8 km from Cristo Rei Beach.

    Der Außenbereich mit Blick aufs Meer und der Pool.

  • Casa Beiral
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Casa Beiral features accommodation with a terrace, around 17 km from Marina do Funchal. This holiday home provides accommodation with a balcony.

  • The Artist Villa
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 11 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, The Artist Villa is set in Santa Cruz. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Casa da Cebola by An Island Apart
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz in the Madeira Islands region, Casa da Cebola by An Island Apart has a patio. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

  • Casa do Moinho
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 56 reviews

    Casa do Moinho is a 2-floor house in Santa Cruz, just 2 km from the nearest beach area.

    quartier tranquille et bien situé pour visiter l'île

  • Moradia Bela House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Santa Cruz and only 2.6 km from Palmeiras Beach, Moradia Bela House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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Holiday homes that guests love in Santa Cruz

  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,119 reviews
    Breakfast was very good with eggs cooked to order.hotel and swimming pool was very clean.santa cruz is a lovely small town with some lovely restaurants
    Brian
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews
    Very clean apartment, equipped with all the necessary home appliances. Best choice for a family trip, as it was super cozy & quiet, with nice views. Many thanks to Miguel, who was very kind & helpful!
    Alin
    Family with young children
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews
    The positioning in the town is very good, a big and nice garden, comfortable rooms, responsive staff, very clean and well equipped
    Valentina
    Group
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,496 reviews
    A lovely hotel, very clean and comfortable. Really nice helpful staff. Excellent buffet breakfast. Good location...a short walk to the town with its' many restaurants and promenade walk. Can thoroughly recommend it, would certainly stay again.
    Linda
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,496 reviews
    The hotel is very nice, close to the airport, rooms are very clean, nice breakfast. Very good vue for the price!
    דנית
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,119 reviews
    The staff is very friendly and willing the help with everything. The room is very cosy and and everything is renewed. I have back issues myself and I slept very good! When we checked in they gave us an upgrade to a bigger room. For the breakfast you can order everything like pancakes, beans, scrambled eggs. everything very clean. also the city center of Madeira is only 10 minutes away from the hotel. Everything was perfect amazing hotel !! I would recommend 1000%.
    Kelly
    Young couple
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 817 reviews
    Enrique is a great host, waiting for our arrival at 2 in the morning was not a problem. Accomodation is very simple, yet very clean.
    Tereza
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £159.21
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,223 reviews
    Room was very clean with a sea view. Breakfast was nice with many choices adapted to multicultural people.
    jurate
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,119 reviews
    Excellent service, delicious breakfast, friendly staff, very clean room! Absolutely satisfied and happy with my stay! :-)
    Sacha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £358.23
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 624 reviews
    very interesting place , tranquil and nice. superb for get away from crowded places. close to the airport, but a bit pricy to go the capital city Funchal. although not so many km the taxi drive us between 35 to 40 EUR. rooms are large and very clean.
    Andra
    Young couple
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