Located 5 minutes drive from the famous sandy beach of Calheta, in a quiet area with beautiful view on the slope of Calheta and Ocean. And only 25 minutes of Funchal is the capital city of Madeira It's backed by hills, and known for its harbor, gardens and Madeira wine cellars. The centuries-old Funchal Cathedral, which mixes Gothic and Romanesque styles, is notable for its carved wooden ceiling. Fronting the harbor is the São Tiago Fortress, built in the 1600s. It now houses the Art Museum.