Featuring a garden, the old school features accommodations in Calheta. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation offers full-day security and an ATM for guests. Offering a terrace and sea views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the vacation home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruit. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is a snack bar, and a mini-market is also available. If you'd like to discover the area, diving and hiking are possible in the surrounding area, and the vacation home can arrange a bicycle rental service. Caminho Faja do Mar Beach is 1.2 miles from the old school, while Girao Cape is 14 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, 30 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
10
High score for Calheta
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  • Doreen
    Germany Germany
    The house is just so lovely and spacious, there is all you could wish for. A well equipped kitchen, outdoor grill, oven, microwave and so many options to have our meals. We usually enjoyed breakfast outside in the garden and dinner in the lodgia...
  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    it is an amazin place to stay. beautifully furnished with an amazing collection of local and historical items such as adding machines, scales, typewriters and stoves. our host was wonderful and explained the shortcut to the local supermarket just...
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for walks and travelling round island by car. Homely. Also a lot of equipment for anyone who wants to cater for themselves. Great for a couple or with young kids.

Area info

Amenities of the old school
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common Areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Diving
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • ATM on site
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Child safety socket covers
Shops
  • Convenience store on site
  • Hair/Beauty salon
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules

the old school takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform the old school of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 79581/AL

FAQs about the old school

  • the old school is 1.6 miles from the center of Calheta. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from the old school. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at the old school on this page.

  • The prices at the old school may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, the old school is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • the old school offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Bicycle rental
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beach

  • Check-in at the old school is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at the old school on this page.

  • the old school can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • the old school has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.