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 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.
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 offers shades of Augusta National with its landscaping and stunning flora". (Toby Keel - Golf World)
"One of the most beautiful places in the world in which to play golf". (Malcolm Campbell - Golf Monthly)
"It must be the nearest concept to a golfer's paradise." (Simon Ames - Going for Golf)
"Set on rising ground high above Funchal Bay, Palheiro is one of the world's loveliest golf courses." (From '6 of the best' Malcolm Campbell - Golf Monthly)
"The clubhouse, of traditional local stone with a red tile roof, has a balcony view seemingly suspended over the town of Funchal - truly one of the world's great 19th holes." (Golf World)
"From the first tee shot to the very last putt, the course is a visual feast." (David Ayres - Today's Golfer)
"A sporting theatre worthy enough to share the stunning natural beauty of the surroundings." (The Square Meal)
"Palheiro looks down over the harbour from a vantage point that really does leave you feeling on top of the world." (Weekend - The Daily Telegraph)
"One could play the Palheiro course twice a day for a week without risking boredom." (Travel - The Daily Telegraph)
"Everyone regardless of his or her abilities will be able to enjoy the serenity and beauty of playing on what must be two of the most scenic and best smelling golf courses in the world." (Kevin Pilley - On Course)
"Absolutely stupendous views of the harbour." (Vic Robbie - Golf Travel)
General: (+351) 291 790 120
Casa Velha: (+351) 291 790 350
Village: (+351) 291 790 030
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