
Waterfront holiday rentals in Santa Cruz
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Explore 20 holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz holiday rentals start at $99 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of Santa Cruz holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Santa Cruz stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated waterfront accommodation in Santa Cruz
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Casa do Miradouro 2 - Romantic Seaview
Welcome to Casa do Miradouro-2, located in the small town of Santa Cruz, one of the oldest settlements in the archipelago, next to the coast and with incredible views of the sea and mountains, a cozy space with a lot of privacy. This accommodation consists of a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, terrace with sea and mountain views and free parking. An excellent starting point to explore the island. In Santa Cruz, you will find a variety of services, bars, restaurants, cafes and the beach.
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Magnificent Oceanfront Luxury | AC & Free Parking
Já imaginaste acordar com o som das ondas e sentires-te a bordo de um cruzeiro de luxo? Aqui, o Atlântico é a tua única fronteira e o teu único vizinho. O que te espera: 👉 Vista infinita e um espetáculo constante de navios no teu horizonte. 👉 Wi-Fi ultrarrápido 1 GB Wi-Fi 👉 Garagem gratuita. 👉 Localização a 10 min do Funchal e 7 min do aeroporto 👉 Acesso direto à via rápida que te levará a qualquer parte da ilha Reserva o teu lugar na primeira linha do oceano. O paraíso é aqui!
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Seafront Home in Old Town Funchal w Pool & Garden
Beachfront design home featured in Conde Nast Traveller w private pool & tropical garden in Old Town of Funchal. A stunning oasis just 5min walk to city center, beach & restaurants. Free street parking, fast internet & strong AC. 2 bedroom historic villa with 2 WC´s, living room & kitchen w sea views. Stylish interiors & lots of outside relaxing, sunbathing & dining area with BBQ. Tropical villa that feels like the countryside w amazing climate. Perfect base to explore Madeira´s hikes & beaches
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Two Birds Place - Mar, Sol e Natureza!
Casa solarenga, vista mar, situada no sul (centro da ilha). Acesso rápido para qualquer parte da ilha. Próxima do mar e das caminhadas pela natureza. Espaço amplo para 2 pessoas com possibilidade de mais 1. Todas as comodidades para ótimo descanso, inclui Ar Condicionado, Biblioteca "Take a book, return a book" Estacionamento gratuito em frente ao AL. Beneficie também da espreguiçadeira, chuveiro, churrasco ou mesa exterior. Poderá também lavar o seu material de caminhada ou mesmo o veículo.
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Beautiful Views - Apartment Fontes
“Beautiful Views – Apartment Fontes” is a peaceful retreat in the quiet hills of Calheta, created for travelers who value nature, comfort, and authentic island living. Surrounded by open views and fresh air, it’s the perfect base for levada walks, hiking, and exploring Madeira and close to the sea. Ideal for nature lovers seeking calm, space, and a true sense of the island. If you’re looking for more than just a place to sleep, a place to breathe, reset, and feel the island , you’ve found it!
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Cottage Pearl-Rural Holiday Experience by SeaPearl
Discover the "Cottage Pearl" in the warmest and most tropical region of Madeira. The accommodation is the result of a rural tourism project called "SeaPearl", inspired by the sea, in which a house and a haystack were rehabilitated, maintaining its rural aspect and original characteristic, with a touch of modernity, simplicity and all the comfort. This sublime cottage has a private jacuzzi, solarium with sea view, barbecue, vegetable garden, trees and garden.An authentic appeal to your senses!
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Isabel´s Villa - Funchal Seaside Villas
Isabel´s Villa is a unique Villa in the centre of Funchal located right over the ocean. In the best location of Madeira, in the Old Town of Funchal you wont need a car and can walk to all major attractions. Very calm location, it is inserted in a centenary property in which each house has its private area and a common pool. Modern Villa, with 1 bedroom, WC with walk in shower living room and well equipped Kitchen. Private terrace over the sea. Perfect place for a dream vacation.
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Costa Apartment II - Linda Vista
The stylish "Linda Vista" apartment studio, perfect for two, offers a spacious terrace with a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean and the Desertas Islands. Enjoy your breakfast in the morning sun and unwind in the evening to the sound of the waves. The peaceful location in Caniço de Baixo makes it an ideal retreat and the perfect starting point for exploring. The airport is just a 10-minute drive away, and the capital, Funchal, can be reached in 15 minutes.
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Blue
Excelente localização / Great location Excelente vista / Great view PT: Elegante e confortável apartamento no coração do Funchal (Praça da Autonomia). Vista panorâmica para o mar e para a encosta do Funchal. Muito próximo de todas as comodidades e pontos de interesse. EN: Elegant and comfortable apartment in Funchal’s heart (Praça da Autonomia). Panoramic view of the sea and Funchal's hillside. Very close to all amenities and points of interest.
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Villa Miradouro da Baleia by PAUSA Holiday Rentals
This magnificent, modern, private villa Miradouro da Baleia (Whale Watchtower) has some of the best ocean and mountains views on the island, with a infinity pool and located in a premium spot surrounded by spectacular cliffs, cropland, banana plantations and vineyards, it was carefully & tastefully restored/built in 2018 offering a unique experience of a Portuguese summer style accommodation!
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Marina View Apartment - Pool, Aircon & Ocean View
Welcome to Marina View Apartment! A fantastic 2 bedroom apartment set in a peaceful location of Calheta, the South Coast of the island where not only the sun shines almost every day but a fantastic location to explore the island. What truly makes this place special is the generous private outside space and infinity pool with spectacular views of the Atlantic ocean and Calheta Marina.
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V&J Guest Suite
With an amazing and breathtaking view over the bay and the valley mountains with free and easy parking nearby. Walking distance to the beach, town center and its restaurants, cafes and markets. This guest suite is a place just for you (and your travel companion 😄). There is no shared spaces with other guests and you'll have your own private entrance.
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Waterfront apartment accommodation

Stunning Ocean View Apartment
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Funchal Carvalhal Old Town, Apartment A
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Uni AIR Studio
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Charming OLDTOWN Penthouse W Large Private Balcony
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Patio da Achada View Apartment
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Modern & New Studio w/ Pool & Oceanside View | G 🌟
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Infinity Pool & Amazing Sunset Ocean View
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Safe Haven Three Kings
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Waterfront house rentals

Villa Vera Garajau - Madeira Island
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CASA DA Lev NOVA - Paul do Mar
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The View, Funchal
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Casa Abreu bright and stylish, sea, nature & relax
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Relax Over The Sea -12391/AL
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The Yellow House
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CasaMar
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Little Escape Madeira
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Waterfront condo accommodation

360° Sea & City views, in the heart of Funchal
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Surfside apartment in the heart of Paúl do Mar
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Monumental Apartment
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Whitehouse408 Sw.Pool & Pvt. Parking
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The Paradise - Ocean-Mountains-Jacuzzi-Air Con
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New dream luxury appartment in the Madeira Palace.
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Penthouse Marina Sol 20785/AL
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Atlantic View Penthouse
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Destinations to explore
- Funchal Holiday rentals
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- Puerto de la Cruz Holiday rentals
- Caniço Holiday rentals
- Arco da Calheta Holiday rentals
- Ribeira Brava Holiday rentals
- Madeira Island Holiday rentals
- Machico Holiday rentals
- La Palma Holiday rentals
- Porto Santo Holiday rentals
- Câmara de Lobos Holiday rentals
- Ponta do Sol Holiday rentals
- Porto Santo Island
- Praia do Porto do Seixal
- Monte Palace Tropical Garden
- Madeira Botanical Garden
- Zona Velha
- Casino da Madeira
- Praia da Calheta
- Ponta do Sol Beach
- Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
- Praia Machico
- Complexo Balnear do Lido
- Cabo Girão
- Pico Do Areeiroo
- PR 11 - Vereda dos Balcões
- Casas Tipicas de Santana
- Fish Market
- Blandy's Wine Lodge
- Sé do Funchal
- Ponta do Pargo
- Santa Catarina Park
- Funchal Cable Car
- CR7 Museum
- Cristo Rei
- Cascata Dos Anjos





