Villas in Madeira/Canhas
Canhas suits sun-seekers who want a rural parish in Ponta do Sol, the municipality with the most hours of sunshine on Madeira. Only a minority of homes have a private pool, though many have air conditioning. Plan on a car to reach the beaches.
- Villas
- 11
- From, per week
- £532
About Madeira/Canhas
Canhas is a parish in the municipality of Ponta do Sol that runs from the coast into the interior, and agriculture is still a main industry here, though building has grown. The municipality grows bananas and sugar cane, with flowers and horticulture also important, and it is considered the hottest part of the island. The homes sit fairly close together in the parish, typically with three bedrooms, and many sleep six or more. The municipality's beaches are at Ponta do Sol and at Madalena do Mar, a fishermen's quarter popular with scuba divers. Evenings are quiet.
Is Madeira/Canhas right for you?
- Best for
- Sun and quiet days with a car for the coast
- Not for you if
- You want to walk to restaurants and a beach from the door.
Near Madeira/Canhas
Ponta do Sol
The parish that gives the municipality its name, with a beach named after a rocky headland that catches the sun.
Madalena do Mar
A fishermen's quarter with its own beach, popular with water-sports fans and especially scuba divers.
Paul da Serra
The only plateau on Madeira, at about 1,500 m, known for its varied plants and wildlife.
Getting to Madeira/Canhas
Madeira Airport is about 35 minutes by road from Ponta do Sol, the municipality Canhas belongs to. Buses take about three hours with a change in Funchal, so hire a car for the parish.
Villas in Madeira/Canhas
5-star property
Villa Teresinha
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
12
5
0
BBQParkingDishwasher+7 more
from£169
per night
Villa Holiday Sun
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
3
2
0
ParkingMicrowaveTerrace+3 more
from£125
per night
3-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
6
3
0
BBQGardenTerrace+9 more
from£153
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
2
1
0
MicrowaveInternetFridge+5 more
Villa Horizonte Azul
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
10
5
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£390
per night
5-star property
1-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
2
1
0
BBQParkingGarden+3 more
from£76
per night
Das Poolhaus in Ponta de Sol
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
10
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+10 more
from£181
per night
3-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
8
3
0
DishwasherMicrowaveWashing Machine+6 more
2-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
3
2
0
MicrowaveWashing MachineInternet+6 more
from£115
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Madeira/Canhas
Madeira/Canhas, Madeira, Portugal
2
1
0
MicrowaveWashing MachineInternet+7 more
from£115
per nightMadeira/Canhas villa holidays: questions answered
Is Canhas on the beach?
Not really. Canhas is a parish stretching from the coast into the interior, and the municipality's beaches are at Ponta do Sol and Madalena do Mar, so plan to drive to them.
Is Canhas sunny?
Yes. It belongs to Ponta do Sol, the municipality known for the most hours of sunshine on Madeira and considered the hottest on the island. Pools are not common in the homes, so check the listing if you want one.
How far is Canhas from Madeira Airport?
Around 35 minutes by car to Ponta do Sol, the municipality Canhas belongs to. Buses are much slower, taking about three hours with a change in Funchal.
What can you do near Canhas?
Swim at the Ponta do Sol beach, dive off Madalena do Mar, or drive up to the Paul da Serra plateau. Hiking, paragliding, surfing and snorkelling are all offered in the municipality.
Nearby towns to Madeira/Canhas
Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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