Unfortunately their was a problem with our booking and we ended up in the standard room - which was actually also a nice room (no view though)! The guesthouse is great, the personal attention and dedication of the hostst is wonderful and the views from the pool, lounge and deck are breathtaking. Definitely worth a visit!

This is a charming guest house with friendly hosts in quiet part of the island. It's location is great for walking - there is access to the levada just a few hundred yards away from the guest house. The breakfasts are a lovely, lazy affair with a great buffet, proper tea and beautifully cooked eggs. It's a great break away... More

We've just got back from a lovely week away in Maderia staying in the Architect's Beach Cottage. The directions and instructions to get to the property were very clear and easy to follow. The position of the property on the cliff overlooking the sea was breathtaking. The sight and noise of the waves were amazing and the sun sets were... More

We have just spent a fabulously relaxing week at the Architect's Beach Cottage. It is all that the website says, and lots more. The views are absolutely spectacular, and the terrace is large and completely private. The cottage itself is beautifully decorated and furnished. Jardim do Mar has several places to eat - the view from the terrace at 'Tar... More

I sould have wirtten this review a couple of years ago but I didn't join Tripadvisor until recently and wanted to share my views with other guests. This beautiful guesthouse sits nestled in the hills overlooking the ocean where you feel so relaxed that you could be in heaven. The inside has five beautiful rooms, three with sea views, one... More

We had an awesome 7 days at summerplace guesthouse. The interior design of the room as well as the complete guesthouse is amazing, very very clean and seems untouched. Perfect pool in a lovely garden overlooking a small valley and the ocean. Very relaxing. The hosts are absolutely brilliant - very friendly and helpful. Make sure you say yes to... More

We stayed here for 6 days, in April, in a very nice room with a terrace, with a marvelous view of the Atlantic a kilometer away. The owners are totally dedicated to their guests and serve a marvelous breakfast as well as delicious dinners (every other day; all guests sit together at a large table; we met some nice people... More

fantastic location - away from it all. 3 nights was not enough could have stayed for longer. Beautiful surroundings and furnishings. The welcome was warm and genuine. If you have the opportunity to stay in for dinner then accept - it was outstanding - great food beautifully presented with wine to match.

Couldnt really fault this place, Barry and Johannes are charming and attend to every need. Lovely food, lovely place , lovely everything.