It’s chilly, really quite chilly… and it seems to be darker longer than it’s light… and we’re full of a cold. Yes, the winter is taking a hold and what better remedy than to daydream about sunnier climes, designer sun loungers and red wine bath treatments. OK, so we might not have even ever considered a red wine bath treatment, but it’s called ‘The Vine’ and who are we to say if they’re taking their theme to literally? Located in the centre of Funchal, Madeira’s picturesque, historic capital, The Vine Hotel is the sleek, contemporary and sophisticated vision of the wonderfully talented, award-winning Portuguese designer Nini Andrade Silva. From the sensational infinity pool that overlooks the beautiful city below to the crisp lines of the uber-modern rooms with glass dividers and free standing baths, everything about The Vine literally screams luxury, and when it looks this good we just know that we’ll be dreaming of red wine bath treatments right through until spring…..

The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira

The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira
The Vine Hotel & Spa, Madeira