The road above Ponta do Sol climbs past banana trees to a ledge a hundred metres over the Atlantic, a kilometre's walk from the old village below. Here stands Escarpa - The Madeira Hideaway, five rooms in a minimalist, contemporary style with a coastal twist, the whole idea borrowed from traditional Madeiran living. It takes no guests under eighteen. For anyone who wants a few days with nothing to do but choose a breakfast hour.
Inside, little competes with the view: the site describes the design as minimalist and contemporary, with a coastal twist, built around what it calls attention to detail and a stillness meant to slow you down. Breakfast happens in a lounge kept for guests only, laid between half eight and half ten, with the Atlantic filling the window the whole sitting. Outside, the pool runs to an edge you cannot see, a hot tub sits beside it, and a garden of loungers and umbrellas leads down to the terrace. There is a bar, a small restaurant, and a snack counter for the hours between meals, with allergy-friendly rooms and special diet menus for anyone who asks ahead.
Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway sets a minimum age of 18 in its own house rules, read on 11 August 2026. A house whose rule drops below eighteen, or stops naming an age, is taken off HUSH — how every house is checked.
Each of the villas carries its own heated infinity pool to the very lip of the terrace, its blue-tiled edge seeming to pour straight into the Atlantic far below. An attached jacuzzi sits beside the water, loungers and a parasol wait on the travertine, and the banana palms lean in from the hillside for shade. With no one else in sight, the swim is yours from first light until the sun drops into the sea.
Inside, the rooms give the view the last word. Sliding glass runs the full width of each villa, opening the bedroom and its lounge onto a pergola-shaded terrace where the horizon does all the decorating. Vaulted white ceilings and warm stone keep the mood soft and unhurried, while a small kitchenette, a dining table for two and a deep tub beneath a picture window mean there is never much reason to leave. Breakfast arrives on a wooden tray, to be eaten with the ocean in front of you.
3 nights · 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-26 · 2 adults
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The experience at Escarpa has been exactly what we were looking for. Relaxed vibe, outstanding quality and service. The view from the room and the swimming pool is breathtaking. Beds are incredibly comfortable with...
Wir hatten eine wundervolle Zeit und möchten unbedingt wiederkommen! Ein sehr modernes, sauberes und einzigartiges Hotel! Ruhige Lage mit atemberaubendem Blick aus jedem Zimmer sowie vom Infinity-Pool. Super...
What can we say….such an amazing place. We’d love to keep our little secret but it’s too good not to share. Every member of staff were so friendly and helpful and it’s such a relaxing place. The local town is a 20...
This place is absolutely lush. The view from Ocean 2 is world-beating. It’s quiet, well-run, immaculately clean, stylish and chic. The pool is magic: it’s like you’d swim into the ocean. Yes, it’s remote: but who...
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Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Outdoor Swimming Pool and Hot Tub
Escarpa - The Madeira Hideaway offers a perfect blend of relaxation and luxury with its outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. Guests can unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings while taking a refreshing dip in the pool or indulging in a relaxing soak in the hot tub.
Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a culinary journey at Escarpa - The Madeira Hideaway with a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Portuguese, and Seafood cuisine. With options ranging from vegetarian to dairy-free and vegan, there is something to satisfy every palate. Enjoy a delightful dining experience with a variety of flavorful dishes.
Convenient Location and Exceptional Service
Situated just 1.2 km from Madalena do Mar Beach, this resort offers convenience and comfort. With free WiFi, free private parking, and a range of amenities including a garden and terrace, Escarpa - The Madeira Hideaway ensures a memorable stay for every guest. Book now to experience the ultimate hideaway in Madeira.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.
The pool holds the edge of the cliff above the water, and the hot tub sits right beside it for when the Atlantic breeze turns cool. With only five rooms in the house, you rarely share either with more than one other couple.
Breakfast is served between 08h30 and 10h30 in a lounge kept for guests only, the Atlantic filling the window the whole sitting.
The old village is a kilometre away, downhill on foot, about fifteen minutes each way. Come back up to the terrace and the loungers under the umbrellas.
Sun loungers and umbrellas sit out under the banana trees, with outdoor furniture along the path to the terrace wall — a fair stretch of the afternoon gone before you notice.
Answered from what the house itself publishes.
Yes. Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway, a hideaway in Ponta do Sol, Portugal, sets a minimum age of 18 in its own house rules, so every guest on site is 18 or older. We last read the rule on 11 August 2026.
No. The minimum age at Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway is 18, and it is the house's own rule rather than a preference — anyone younger cannot book or stay. This page quotes where the rule is written.
Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway is a hideaway in Ponta do Sol, Portugal. Its own site is https://escarpa-madeira.com.
Check-in at Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway is from 03 PM and check-out is by 11 AM, as the house lists them.
No — Escarpa – The Madeira Hideaway lists itself as not accepting pets. Ask the house before you book if it matters to your trip.
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