The dining room at Madeira Island Hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro overlooks the landscaped grounds and manicured lawn at the rear of the five-star property. Decorated in restful shades of peach and designed to embody the style and comfort of country living, the Casa Velha dining room reflects the classical elegance associated with the hotel.
Gastronomy at the Vista Balancal Restaurant combines local culinary tastes with a southern European flavour. Influenced by the Atlantic and inspired by the Mediterranean – with a dash of the oriental adding a little spice – the cuisine serves to illustrate the imagination and creativity associated with the award-winning kitchen.
The Casa de Chá, or Tea House, enjoys a privileged position in Palheiro Gardens, right next to Palheiro Golf and Casa Velha do Palheiro country house hotel. From tables set within the building and those on the terrace, guests are afforded pleasant views of the hotel gardens and the golf course.
Within the 150 hectare Palheiro Estate we have created nature trails for your pleasure. These can be enjoyed on bikes, for running, hiking or just a simple stroll in nature. We please ask you to respect others’ enjoyment of the Estate and to be quiet near the golfers.
The marlin season in Madeira runs from May through to October, with a fish average of about 700 lbs. About one in every ten is that fish of a lifetime, a grander blue marlin. These huge creatures swim in its predominantly calm blue waters.
Palheiro Estate offers a myriad of different opportunities to celebrate weddings and other special occasions. Unforgettable scenery and discreet service will make your event unique. Private dinners at the Palheiro Golf Clubhouse Restaurant with the amazing panoramic backdrop of Funchal.
Host your next corporate meeting or event at Palheiro Nature Estate and enjoy the stunning facilities fully integrated into the 120 hectare Palheiro Nature Estate. We provide two meeting rooms, one at the Hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro, the other at the Palheiro Village.
Thanks to the excellent quality of our course, Palheiro Golf regularly plays host to various corporate golf days. Golfing activities can be tailored to any event, from individual golf lessons to structured group tuition and tournament organisation.
Entry into Portugal and Madeira
Citizens from the European Community do not require a visa for entering Portugal. Portugal is also a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
If you are unsure about any matter concerning your travel documents, please contact your travel agent or Portuguese Embassy/Consulate based in your hometown.
Transport from the Airport
If you don't have a package holiday arrangement here are some of the alternatives available to get to your final destination:
Car rental: There are several rent-a-car companies outside the airport arrival lounge. Look for the best offer! If you don't want to take the chance of not having a car when you arrive, book a car before you leave home.
Taxi: There will always be a friendly taxi driver at your disposal and glad to take you anywhere you want. The taxi rank is located outside the airport arrival lounge, just look for a yellow car with blue stripes and the sign 'TAXI' on top. For your comfort taxi transfer can also be organised before your arrival to Madeira. Please contact us for transfer arrangement.
Bus: The company responsible for bus transportation from the airport is SAM. After you leave the arrivals, follow the main road and keep on the right side. After approx. 100 meters you will find a bus stop. The ticket to Funchal is payable on board and only costs a few Euros.
Aerobus: Passengers arriving at Madeira can take an Aerobus which makes regular trips into town and stops throughout the main hotel areas. Ticket prices vary, but usually cost no more than €5. On your return from Funchal to the airport, the bus leaves from Avenida do Mar.
Driving from the Airport
On exiting the airport take the motorway in the direction of Funchal.
Look carefully for the numbered exit signs on the motorway and leave at exit nº 13 indicating: Funchal (Boa Nova); Palheiro Ferreiro.
Check your speed as the exit ramp is quite short and turn right following the sign indicating: Palheiro Ferreiro; Palheiro Golf.
After the first bend take the first turning to your left and keep following the signs up the hill to Palheiro Golf.
On entering Palheiro Estate you will see the sign indicating Casa Velha to your left. Another 500m and you are here.
General: (+351) 291 790 120
Casa Velha: (+351) 291 790 350
Village: (+351) 291 790 030
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