Estreito da Calheta · 3 bedrooms · pool
4.94on Airbnb
17 guest reviews and a Guest favourite badge.
€100k+per year
Real income asset
82.8%occupancy
Our season average; Calheta sits at 48.5%.
€400+per night
More than double the €185 area average.
See the homes we manage
We launched our homes from scratch and brought them into Airbnb's top 7% by guest ratings. They earn more because we care for absolutely everything. Our average occupancy stays at 79%+, with nightly rates above the area average. Guests get more comfort than they expect, and they are glad to pay for it.
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Make your home a top earner
Our homes are among Madeira's top earners in 2026. We would love to do the same for your property. Your home is unique. Tell us more about it, and we will shape a plan around it.
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From design and furnishing to guest communication, we provide premium boutique-level services whatever your home needs.
Design & furnishing
- We can fully furnish and equip your home from €10,000, half the typical cost in Madeira
- We handle all the orders and receive every delivery ourselves
- We equip the kitchen down to the coffee and the olive oil
- We provide premium amenities, from bed linen and towels to Zara Home toiletries
Photography that sells
- Professional photography of your home including drone shots
- Emphasizing your home's best aspects, its atmosphere and coziness
- Years of experience, set design and quality above anything in Madeira
- Every shot tested on data, choosing the best performers for each listing
Online management
- We list and manage your property across major platforms
- Dynamic pricing with personalized, data-driven adjustments
- We provide full transparency on every booking
- Immediate owner payouts as bookings come in
Instagram marketing
- We create a curated Instagram account
- We post fresh and relevant content
- We grow your followers and reach
Check our profiles: @villacalma_madeira · @horizon_living_madeira
Cleaning & maintenance
- High-standard cleaning with every clean inspected on video by a supervisor
- We have our own maintenance, pool and garden team
- We provide on-demand cameras outside and a locked safe for personal belongings
Guest communication
- 24/7 guest communication, answering at any hour
- Managing check-ins and check-outs
- A welcome box with wine and good coffee on arrival
- We set the table before the key turns
- Providing our own Madeira guides for the guests
Worry-free property management with Island Key in Madeira
- A local team here in Madeira
- 24/7 guest and owner support
- Homes rated 4.9 and higher on Airbnb
- Nightly rates above the area average
Our results
Our service earns top guest ratings, awards from Airbnb and our booked calendars.
Recognised by Airbnb and our guests
We earned Superhost status for consistent five-star hosting, and our guests made both homes a Guest favourite. The award is recorded from our own Airbnb account.
SuperhostGuest favourite
79%+occupancy
Our average occupancy across the years is higher than 50% on Madeira Island.
Top 25%by revenue
Our homes earn in the top quarter of the Madeira market.
Booked nightOpen night
Data from our live calendar. ADR is €400+ a night, more than double the €185 area average.
Meet Dasha
Our Head of Hospitality Services.
Hi. For me, hospitality means far more than handing over the keys and wishing the guests a good stay. We treat your place as our own and your guests as friends, ensuring every little detail makes them feel comfortable.
Your property stays in good hands while you enjoy total peace of mind. Our commitment to excellence earns high ratings, warm reviews and guests who come back. Here is what they write to me.
Keiko M. · Japan
“Thank you so much for taking the time to prepare and share this itinerary with me. I truly appreciate all the effort and thought you put into it. I'm really excited to explore the island, and your recommendations have made me even more excited for my stay.”
Jonas B. · Germany
“The stay was wonderful and we absolutely loved the island. Kids have enjoyed the pool after all the hiking we've done. Thank you again.”
Emma V. · Netherlands
“We've had a wonderful time, thank you, and loved staying in your fabulous apartment. We're sure to return to your great place!”
Why owners choose us
| Self-managed | Typical manager | Island Key | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupancy | Unpredictable | Market average | 79%+ average occupancy |
| Nightly rate | Guesswork | Algorithm-set | Dynamic pricing with custom adjustments |
| Platforms | One or two | The big two | Big two + direct bookings |
| Content & social | Amateur photos | Pro photos | Pro photos + drone, set design, A/B tests, Instagram account |
| Guest experience | Keys in a lockbox | Standard turnover | Welcome box, guides, premium amenities |
| Security | Own arrangements | Basic insurance | Insurance Plus, outdoor cameras, owner safe, inspected cleans |
| Reports & payment | · | Monthly summary | Transparent reporting, direct payments |
Questions owners ask
How much does property management cost in Madeira?
Our management fee starts at 20% of rental revenue, depending on the level of service. The exact structure is agreed in your personal proposal.
What does the management fee include?
Everything a working rental needs: professional photography and listings, presence on all major platforms, careful pricing, guest communication, inspected cleaning, maintenance, premium guest amenities and clear reporting. Higher service levels add deeper marketing and a completely hands-off experience.
How and when do I get paid?
Rental income is paid directly to you. You receive clear reporting on every booking, and our commission is settled from the revenue we generate.
Do I need an AL licence, and can you handle it?
Yes. Every short-term rental in Madeira needs an AL (Alojamento Local) licence, and we handle the whole process for you, from application to compliance.
How do you protect my property?
We run a level of protection that is rare on the island: cameras and monitoring outside the home, a locked safe for your personal belongings, and a video inspection of every clean before every check-in.
I already have a manager. How easy is it to switch?
Switching is simple: we audit your current listings, plan the transition, and take over step by step while keeping confirmed bookings intact. Many owners come to us exactly this way, after a season they expected more from.
I'm an agent, or I know owners. Do you have a partner programme?
Yes. If you introduce us to a property owner and we take the property under management, you earn a partner commission. Write to us and we will agree the terms.
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