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Overview
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
4 guests
3 nights minimum 
Holiday Rental House
A 19th century building, restored and adapted for holidays, which for its wonderful situation, based on an islet off the coast where we only came across through a wooden bridge, served as a warehouse for wine casks, which were afterwards transported by sea in a time when paths between settlements were made by foot. Located on the magnificent north shore the islet undergone several transformations turning the dock of Seixal one of the most visited nowadays. The house arises from the recovery of the old building, from which the structure was kept, with respect for its surroundings and being incorporated a new floor in mezzanine which provided a unique modern architecture to the building, unlike the traditional typologies. At your service there are two floors, at the top you have 2 double...A 19th century building, restored and adapted for holidays, which for its wonderful situation, based on an islet off the coast where we only came across through a wooden bridge, served as a warehouse for wine casks, which were afterwards transported by sea in a time when paths between settlements were made by foot. Located on the magnificent north shore the islet undergone several transformations turning the dock of Seixal one of the most visited nowadays. The house arises from the recovery of the old building, from which the structure was kept, with respect for its surroundings and being incorporated a new floor in mezzanine which provided a unique modern architecture to the building, unlike the traditional typologies. At your service there are two floors, at the top you have 2 double bedrooms in mezzanine with magnificent views, and toilet, underneath you have the social areas in an open space, a cozy living room, a dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen with a kitchen island. The house is in a public and majestic dock so be advise that there is no private backyard. Seixal is a village in the municipality of Porto Moniz, characterized by breathtaking landscapes and excellent microclimates, which makes agriculture and fishing its main activities. It has various tourist attractions, including, natural pools, beaches, varied water falls (being the “Bride's Veil”, one of the most famous of the island), levada walks and on top the beautiful Laurissilva National Park declared world heritage by UNESCO. There are restaurants, bars, some local commerce and also the privileged possibility of buying in the same dock delicious fishes directly from the fishermen newly arrived from the sea. Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: 48936/AL
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendly
Check with ownerSmoking allowed
Treat this special place as if your own! (:
Bedrooms
1 Double2 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Full bath

Meet the host
Joana P
Hosting since August 2013
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guestsFor any clarification or doubts, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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Anders B
Anders B
Valby, Denmark1 contribution
Unique location - little privacy
We had 4 nice days in Seixal - and the service was great. The dock house is a charming and different place. We had not read the material too well, so it was a surprise to us that the whole house is one big room - the bedrooms having one open side to the downstairs room. We're sensitive sleepers, so we took an ekstra room at the nearby and inexpensive hotel. Situated on the dock, the house offers a fantastic opportunity to be living with and by the see. A drawback to this is that the dock is a public place day and night, which at two occasions meant interrupted sleep. The equipment is functional and Seixal offers a nice walk: Caminho do Chão da Ribeira and free natural pools. But the major attraction is the sea.
Visited December 2017
Written 31 December 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you so much! Hope to see you soon! Best regards, Joana
Written 28 February 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Kathleen B
Kathleen B
Victoria, Canada304 contributions
Not For Us
By the time we arrived here we had travelled a lot, had colds and were in need of rest and relaxation, so that my colour my review. I should have paid much more attention to a review posted here on TA in January 2017 saying that this would be a good spot for adventurous travellers, not for a relaxing get-away. We had booked three nights but left after one. We were very put off by tourists actually walking right into the house! Not relaxing and didn't make us feel safe and secure in any way. The one double bed upstairs is NOT big enough for two nearly 6-feet tall people. My husband took that bed and I "slept" in a tiny very uncomfortable old, sagging single. When I moved the bed away from the wall to plug in a reading lamp, the floor was filthy. The bathroom in between the two buildings smelled "funky." The kitchen and living area downstairs are dated but serviceable. The owner, Joana is very, very kind and responsive. Her friend and property manager who checked us in was also very nice. There is a book in the apartment outlining nearby attractions. This place just simply was not for us. If you're okay "roughing it" a bit, and not really having any privacy, then this is for you. The location right on the protected ocean pools is gorgeous.
Visited October 2017
Written 12 October 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you for your review Kathleen! I'm sorry that it wasn't a fit. We have, actually, the standard Portuguese bed, since we kept the traditional furniture(180cm). We never had this kind of complaint before, however we will see that this never happens again. Hygiene is something we take very seriously, and If there was in fact any problem with hygiene we would have appreciated if you had informed us immediately so we could understand what happened with our housekeeper and send her right away to take care of it. Kind regards, Joana
Written 18 October 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

heinz548
heinz548
Coesfeld, Germany11 contributions
sehr schönes haus
Das haus ist sehr schön und absolut zu empfehlen,das sehr viele Tagestouristen ein Photo machen wollen ist ihnen nicht zu verdenken , weil es glaube ich das schönste Bauwerk mit der örtlichen Kirche ist .Alles hat sehr gut geklappt ,eine freundliche Begrüssung und Verabschiedung inclusive . Vielen Dank für den Aufenthalt
Visited January 2017
Written 28 January 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Joana P
Joana P
Thank you so much! Hope to see you soon! Best regards, Joana"
Written 30 January 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

DrakeBaer
DrakeBaer
Princeton, NJ184 contributions
We loved it, but it would be problematic for most people.
Mostly great, but here's the bad part first: This house is on a very public pier, and all of the pier around it, right up to the walls of the house, is public. There are no signs suggesting it's a private residence (because of ordinances that prohibit this); it looks like a bar or other tourist spot; and, as another reviewer noted, between 10 AM and 7 PM tourists will come right into the house if the doors are open and open them up if they are closed. In addition, the quality of the furnishings and kitchen are shabby... not terrible or unusable, but in need of updating. Finally, on the down side, both 2nd-floor bedrooms are open to the common area (not a problem for us), and the closures on the doors are very basic. The front doors would be very easy to pry open if a criminal wanted to get in. (Fortunately, there seems to be no crime in Seixal, but this would be an issue for someone who cares more about security than we -- two men -- do.) Now the good, which is extraordinary: The windows open directly onto the water, and the sound of the waves lapping on the shore right beneath your window is incredible, as is the fantastic -- not merely good, but fantastic -- view from the two upstairs windows. The house has a feeling of charming, rustic, historical authenticity that simply can't be beat, including the raw stone walls. It's on a wonderful beach that wasn't overly crowded in early June, and the pier attracts tourists from throughout Western Europe. So if you're socially minded and don't mind politely explaining that it's a private house over and over throughout the day, you'll have contact with lots of good people. Everyone we encountered during our two weeks there was understanding and polite. Best of all is Ernesto, the manager of the bar/cafe/restaurant across the small volcanic pool from the house (a 3-minute walk). If you patronize his establishment, tip generously and make a rapport with him, he'll take you out ocean fishing on his canoe, give you a canoe tour of the extraordinary secluded coves and cave nearby, make you extraordinary meals of fresh fish he caught that day and regale you with stories of growing up in Seixal that explain why -- despite all the hardship -- staying there makes him and the other residents so contented. The rugged, artful town is fantastic. I've recommended the Dock House to all our friends, and we look forward to returning some day. It's ideal for a certain kind of adventure traveler though not for someone looking for a relaxing private getaway.
Visited June 2016
Written 14 January 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Dimitar D
Dimitar D
1 contribution
Mr
Very good location, excellent accommodation, clean, big enough for four people.Excellent views 360' around.Property have all you need for self catering holiday.
Visited November 2016
Written 27 November 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Joana P
Joana P
Thank you Dimitar! I hope you come back! Best regards, Joana
Written 28 November 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Tiago Sena Silva
Tiago Sena Silva
Madeira, Portugal3 contributions
Fantástica!
Impecável! Casa super acolhedora, com muito boas condições e com uma localização muito boa. Impossível pedir melhor para um fim de semana relaxante longe da cidade!
Visited January 2015 Travelled with friends
Written 21 January 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Jcsf19
Jcsf19
5 contributions
Brilliant
Five stars place!!!!!! Have to come back again and again! Excellent view, accommodations and space. It's the perfect place to have some good time with friends.
Visited January 2015
Written 21 January 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Joana P
Joana P
Thank you! We enjoy sharing our magic place with people that undestand how special it is! I hope to see you soon. Kind regards, Joana
Written 28 November 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Sugarland31
Sugarland31
New York City, NY5 contributions
Amazing place!!!
Joana was an awesome host, she communicated in a timely manner, answered all our questions, recommended restaurants and places to check out, and accommodated us in terms of where to meet and drop off house keys. Her house in Madeira is AMAZING! It has that charming appeal, very quiet. The back of the house has a natural pool, and the front side has little port and a little secluded beach. It was one of the highlight of our trip! You'll have a good view of the mountain and the ocean, sleep with the sound of the waves and the breeze and since we dined outdoor, we had a perfect ocean front view for dinner and breakfast! Definitely recommending this house to all my friends and family going to Madeira!!
Visited September 2014 Travelled with friends
Written 3 December 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Joana P
Joana P
Thank you so much! We enjoy sharing our magic place with people that undestand how special its conection with nature! I hope to see you soon. Kind regards, Joana
Written 28 November 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Bárbara C
Bárbara C
Funchal, Portugal1 contribution
North Coast Paradise
I've had the pleasure of staying at Casa do Cais for several times now, and every time I rest my mind at this paradisiac dock I get the feeling I'm rejuvenating in every sense possible. The 360º view is breathtaking and it can't really be put to words... plus, it's accompanied with a relaxing sea sound that thankfully never fades, even after you've left the place! Not only is this a fantastic place to gather with some friends, since it has all the space and equipment to do so, as it can also be an utterly romantic place to just retreat with your lover. Although there are countless natural atractions in the area, I never really felt the urge to go far from the house. I guess its magnetic peacefulness holds me down tight. :)
Visited January 2014 Travelled with friends
Written 1 October 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Norway1980
Norway1980
Bjørnafjorden Municipality, Norway2 contributions
Unique!
Great weekend getaway in this charming building. Entirely unique location and lovely surroundings. Well worth the experience, and one to certainly repeat.
Visited August 2014 Travelled as a couple
Written 10 September 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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What this rental offers
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet access
  • Linens provided
  • Microwave
  • Mountain views
  • Ocean views
  • Parking available
  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Cooker
  • Towels provided
  • Waterfront location
  • Wi-fi
  • Fishing spots available
  • Watersports
  • Beachfront/Lakeside
  • City getaway
  • Hiking areas
  • Countryside area

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About the neighbourhood
Located on the magnificent north shore the islet undergone several transformations turning the dock of Seixal one of the most visited nowadays. Seixal is a village in the municipality of Porto Moniz, characterized by breathtaking landscapes and excellent microclimates, which makes agriculture and fishing its main activities.
Getting around
It has various tourist attractions, including, natural pools, beaches, varied water falls (being the “Bride's Veil”, one of the most famous of the island), levada walks and on top the beautiful Laurissilva National Park declared world heritage by UNESCO. There are restaurants, bars, some local commerce and also the privileged possibility of buying in the same dock delicious fishes directly from the fishermen newly arrived from the sea.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Take the highway from the airport to Funchal (15 min), then continue to Ribeira Brava (10 min.), and when you reach the end of the highway instead of going to Ribeira Brava, stay on your left hand towards São Vicente (15 min). In São Vicente you will start seeing signs to Seixal (7 min.), where you'll see one of the most beautiful coast roads. When in Seixal, just before the bridge near the church turn right and go all the way down to the dock and park. OR Take Bus 139 (Rodoeste) Welcome to the Dock House.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableWatersports

Cancellation Policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 100% refund* if you cancel at least 2 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available if you cancel thereafter

*Booking fee is excluded from refund amount


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