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In what is reportedly “the most beautiful village in Madeira,” the whole village and the experience it gives can be proudly walked by a visitor, Boutique Hotel Jardim do Mar. The hotel takes up position in the central square; from here, a visitor meanders through a maze of narrow, flower-rimmed pedestrian alleys that intertwine among the typical stone houses. The village is closed to cars, which makes it a highly serene and secure destination to walk around and find its delightful corners.

The single most important amenity within walking distance is the beautiful ocean-front That’s right, you’ll be able to stroll the whole length of the village along this wide, attractive path, viewing the mighty Atlantic waves as they crash against the sea wall. This is the heart of the village and a world-renowned venue for surfing. You can also walk down to the little, pebbly beach at Praia do Portinho for a ‘tough love’ dip in the ocean.

For dining & life like locals, everything is a few minutes’ walk. The hotel features its fine Italian food and just around the corner stands the renowned Joe’s Bar-an Amicable, authentic neighborhood place to knock a cost beer or a nice simple meal, and there’s a small ‘minimercado’ on the square for any basics. It’s walkability here is based on that simple vast pleasure of being in a quiet, beautiful and authentic seaside village.