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Vivenda Xavier is nestled in Porto Formoso, a quaint fishing village near the beautiful Praia dos Moinhos beach. Relax at this charming retreat and discover the local culture by visiting Chá de Porto Formoso for a warm cup of tea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views

  • Vivenda Xavier is situated at the little fisherman village named Porto Formoso, (the marvellous port). Just about 3 minutes from the vivenda you'l find is the local beach Praia dos Moinhos. A very particular small beach with outstanding sanitary facilities. Not far away you may enjoy a good cup of tea at Chá de Porto Formoso. One of the two old family business in Europe involved in tea production. This, all fashioned with the little fisherman port and the local church from 1509, turns this little place into a unique spot in Europe. The inhabitants make their living today predominantly from agriculture, cattle breeding, and fishing.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoked is allowed in outside areas of the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoked is allowed in outside areas of the house.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 28

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Ribeira Grande, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ponte dos Oito Arcos and Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Estrelas are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gorreana Tea Factory and Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center. Snorkelling, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Ribeira Grande travel guide
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Map
Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores, Azores

What's nearby

  • Hot spring waters in Furnas, Sao Miguel. Azores. Portugal. Vertical
    Caldeira Velha
    10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Aerial view Povoacao townscape, Azores
    Ponta Delgada Harbour
    23 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Moinhos Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Iria Viewpoint
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Santa Bárbara Beach
    14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Galp
    9 min drive
  • Chá Gorreana
    6 min drive
  • Café Lectus
    8 min drive
  • McDonald’s
    9 min drive
  • Buffet Paladar
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views located?

This family-friendly Ribeira Grande holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Moinhos Beach and Santa Iria Viewpoint. Gorreana Tea Factory and Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

JANET G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was so helpful and the communications were excellent. The view of the ocean from the unit is spectacular. The unit is comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Wonderful stay. Perfect location with excellent view. Great service from Luis ensuring we had everything needed and easily contacted with any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Portugal Trip 2025

A great stay in a quiet location and town. The local beach and hike are great. The accommodations are are well stocked and we would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Property was better than pics, very spacious with a great location in a quite area,easy to get anywhere
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in a great location

The house is exactly as shown and caters well for a longer term stay. It has all necessary amenities and it is a great place to come home to after a day of exploring. The owner was in constant contact and left us helpful suggestions and tips to make our trip more enjoyable. We highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto Formoso stay

Our host was terrific, not only in ensuring the property was wonderful, but also in helping with recommendations in the area. We loved being away from Ponta Delgarda, but still just a short drive to anywhere on the island. The beach is great. You will not regret booking this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We spent 6 nights in this lovely house. First the balcony has an amazing view of the water fall and ocean and cliffs. Look to the right and you see a hill side of pastures and cows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SO wonderful!

We loved our stay - everything about it! The house is marvelous. Luis couldn’t be a more responsive & kind host. The proximity to the beach is special. I loved sitting on the porch watching the view change minute by minute. A perfect vacation place. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Truly lovely house with beautiful views high above the sea. House has everything you need and is centrally located on the island. The sleepy town is exactly what we wanted and since nothing is too far on this island with good roads and clear signage , we had no trouble exploring all parts of the island.Luis is a great host who’s communication is excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We had a wonderful vacation. The house was very comfortable, kitchen was well equipped. The location is excellent for travelling around the island, and the local beach is a 10 minute walk away. The owner was very helpful, with a good binder available for suggestions of activities. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone staying on San Miguel.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Severine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!

Loved staying there. It felt like a home and not a commercial place. Commutations with property owner were easy. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owner was great at checking with us

We woukd recommend the property to other friends. We cooked in the outdoor kitchen, 4 out of 5 nights. Well set up, cooking with a view is great. Luis the owner wad very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very well equipped and great host

Very scenic location on the north coast provided great central hub for touring the island. The house was very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed. Nearby restaurants were excellent and reasonably priced. Luis was easy to contact and offered great advice.. We had a great week even though the weather didn't fully cooperate.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week

We had a truly lovely time at Luis's place. Our kids loved it and we appreciated the baby gates, high chairs, and pack and play. The views of the ocean, and cows on a hillside, from the outdoor dining table were sublime. As others have noted, Luis is a top-of-the-line host who pays a ton of attention and wants to make sure you have a stellar stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly Appointed

The house is within minutes of walking to a beautiful beach, multiple restaurants, and a great hike with a waterfall close by. The house is immaculate and perfectly appointed with everything you could need, including great coffee! We found that the owner had provided many things that helped us enjoy our stay… coolers, backpacks, beach umbrellas, plenty of premade ice, lots of clean towels. All the little things that we couldn’t travel with but needed for enjoying the island. The view from the balcony is amazing and the sound of the waves on the beach at night afforded the best nights sleep I’ve ever had! We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and Host

We were a group of 4 senior adults and were looking for a quiet, comfortable location to end our Portugal trip. This spot was perfect! From the host guiding us in by phone when we got turned around, to the pleasant housekeeper who met us at the property to check in to the spectacular views of the ocean and perfectly stocked home, our stay could not have been better. With 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms plus generous sized living and dining areas (including a cool outdoor kitchen), there was plenty of room for us to be very comfortable. Porto Formosa is a tiny village so if you are looking for nightlife this is not the spot for you. We cooked for ourselves here and had everything we needed with groceries just a short 15 minute car ride away. We found this to be a good central location to explore the island from as well. You can easily walk down to the public beach (coming back up is a great workout!) and there is access to public trails close by. We cannot recommend this property enough! 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Einat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, perfect location and a great host that truly cared about our experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, comfortable stay

Recommend. Great location, comfortable stay and all the comforts of home
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best area to set up home to explore the Island

Xavier provided everything we needed to feel at home on the island. Beach towels, full kitchen, fully stock bathrooms and laundry facilities. BBQ, outdoor dining with views of a waterfall and coastline from a terrace provides an outdoor respite. Being able to come back to this home after a full day of exploring was such a treat.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great

great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Great place to stay easy access from the airport and the many places to visit

What a wonderful property we enjoyed our stay - it felt just like home and very easy to settle after arrival - well equipped too and a balcony which we used to the full a great place in the morning having breakfast in the sunshine - would definitely stay here again The owner too despite living in Holland was very attentive and made sure from arrival until departure you had what you needed and with the offer of help if required. Thank you
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

could not be better

Luis was an amazing host and takes great care and pride in his property --- it really felt like we were staying at a friend's house. Fantastic views, easy access to beach and trails, but still felt comfortably off the beaten path. Very spacious and peaceful. If you stay here please look out for the neighborhood siamese cat we named "george".
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Great Vacation home.

The vacation home was well maintained and exceptional clean. The owner made us quite welcome, inviting us to use all the amenities of the home. Beautiful view from the balcony. Five minute walk to the beach. Would recommend this house !! Would return to Azores and rent again. Five to ten minute drive to Ribeira Granda.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Living the dream

We stayed for 3 nights, wished we had a week at Vivienda Xavier. We loved the property, amenities, and location. We fully enjoyed the sound of the ocean & waterfall from the patio in the morning & evenings, and the activities on the island, as well as the quaint beach and trail with waterfall within walking distance. We are already talking about returning with additional family to enjoy the island and the property. We absolutely loved our time, and Luis was a great, very communicative host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home away from home!

This rental is one of the best we have stayed in. Everything is as the owner Luis has stated. He was very personable and helpful, even when I called him a couple of times with questions. It is on the eastern side of the island but only 30 minutes from Ponta Delgado. The beach nearby and the cafe is quaint and a nice place to end your day. The house is well stocked, Luis has thought of just about everything I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019