Arrival begins with a glass of Madeira wine, and the stay unfolds in a renovated Madeiran-style manor house with nature close at hand. Enotel Santo da Serra tends a vegetable garden and farm animals, and guests can join in with gardening or animal care. At Sabor da Terra, local flavours shape the menu; the Adega da Serra bar is a quieter stop for a selection of premium drinks. A heated indoor pool, gym and sauna make it easy to spend time on site, while nearby activities include horse riding and walks along Madeira’s levadas. The Clube de Golf Santo da Serra course is just steps away. Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport is a fifteen-minute drive, and Funchal is half an hour away by car.