I stayed for two weeks and found this apartment superbly located: it is in the in the old town, on the most picturesque street of Funchal (Rua de Santa Maria), close to charming restaurants and bistros, but still quiet, and most of all it is at less than 100 m from the sea. Two of Funchal's beaches are found at this walking distance from the apartment door.
The vue is delightful: all that sea!... and the colour contrast of the yellow of São Tiago Fortress against the blue ocean... splendid!
The apartment is cosy. Terrace is comfortably furnished. Bedrooms are not large, but you will not want to spend your daytime or evening in the bedroom with such a wonderful terrace.
Living room is comfortable. Wi-fi is available, which enables you to be connected if you want to.
Kitchen is fitted with all cooking utensils including for oven and soup (but there is no dishwasher).
Bedrooms are well fitted with wardrobe and chest of drawers. And a good reading light!!!
The street is calm, there is no noise disturbance (maybe an occasionaly live music concert for free from the terrace, but I didn't find it upsetting, on the contrary, and I am very disturbed by noise).
The bathroom has natural light from the ceiling which I found pleasing.
Hosts are welcoming and helpful.
Touristic information is available on the living room.
Guided tours and guided levada walks departures have nearby departure points, so I found no need to rent a car to visit Madeira island.
Convenience store is very very close and presents a nice variety of food and other items; the big supermarket is a bit further away, but still at walking distance.
I cooked most meals and I found Madeiras' fruits and vegetables amazingly tasty!!! I advise you to go to the nearby traditional market and taste it yourself! Fresh fish and meat are also very tasty.
To summarise, if you enjoy sea, light and a relaxing terrace as much as I do, and be able to walk your way around, you will enjoy this home for your holidays.