Beds were not the most comfortable

Beautiful tranquility by the sea away from it all with most amazing way to get to it all with the support of excellent customer service. Especially the cable car man

Stayed in January 2024

Perfect spot to chill not far from the city. Everything was perfectly clean, charming and relaxing

Stayed in November 2023

There is always a trade off 😊, the location makes having dinner in a restaurant near by a bit more tricky. Diner can be ordered on site (delicious!) but before 5 pm. It is a very small disadvantage compared to being in such a special place!

It is a very special location, accessible only with a cable car down the cliff, the accommodation lying within an organic farm on a small strip of land between the ocean and the high cliff. Quite extraordinary! Banana and papaya trees, butterflies, a very special pleasant atmosphere

Stayed in October 2023

We had to put chairs against the refrigerator door to keep it closed. There appeared to be a light and fan over the cook top, but we could find no way to turn them on. Restaurant hours were inconvenient.

Amazing location. The view from the teleférico was impressive. Helpful staff. It was a very nice place to relax. Enjoyed the proximity to the surf.

Stayed in October 2023

Great place, really an island within the island. Beautiful houses, breathtaking surroundings, friendly staff. Something special.

Stayed in October 2023

Idyllic location with nice restaurant. Would not have worked so well if we had wanted to go out at night owing the cable car. Staff great and worked hard to get the hot water working when we had a problem

Stayed in September 2023

There could have been a few more facilities in the kitchen, ie coffee and tea bags, milk etc. Maybe a fan in the bedroom and the drainage in the shower wasn’t good.

Such a wonderful experience to stay here. You really felt like you were out of the way and in such a relaxed space. The sound of the waves on the beach were a perfect tonic.

Stayed in September 2023

Spectacular place with amazing sunsets, very frienųdly staff.

Stayed in September 2023

It was a pity our hot water hardly ever worked so we went a lot for the quick outdoor shower. Breakfast is okay but don’t count on the yoghurt. Eggs are sometimes very early and cold at the start of breakfast, the next day there is still nothing after 30 min. But it all made up with fresh warm bread and lots of nice fruit.

What a nice and beautiful location! A real hidden gem. Our own house was very spacious and had two terraces facing the ocean. It is very well organized with the cable car to get there, the staff is very helpful. The ‘solarium’ on the pier is great and a relaxing place.

Stayed in September 2023

The place is like paradise! We will definitely come back.

Stayed in July 2023

Everything met my expectations. Thank you Cable Car Operator and thank you Faja dos Padres.

Access to the seaside houses is by steep cable car. The cable car operator (at the top) was very very nice and helpful. He spoke English and coordinated my unusual requests. Our trip to Madeira was a surprise for my family of five, and no one knew that this property was at the bottom of a steep cliff or that a cable car was needed to get up and down. I rented the Tia Maria property for two nights (but it only sleeps 2 people for our family of 5), so I actually rented another place for two nights about 10 minutes away for the rest of us. When we got to the top, I walked my wife and daughter over to the top of the cable car area and the operator helped them get down to the bottom. My wife was confused and annoyed because she didn't know what was going on or what to expect. At the bottom of the cliff they were met by a staff member who walked them to the Tia Maria cottage. After they saw the location, they calmed down and saw the magic of the remote seaside/cliffside location. The next night, we switched, and I sent down my teenaged son and younger daughter. All of them were excited by the surprise location, the oceanfront accommodations, the dramatically steep drop, the cliffside view from their room and patio, the personalized service at the restaurant (breakfast - including gluten-free items). The cable car operator could have had difficulty understanding my plan to have different people stay on the property on different nights. He could have given me a hard time about changing guests each night. He may have balked at my unaccompanied teenage children being down at the bottom alone, or many other things... but he didn't. He was flexible and rolled with my plans. Thank you so much. Everyone thought that the adventure was amazing, the location was quiet and peaceful, the food was good at breakfast, the views were wonderful, and the price was very fair.

Stayed in June 2023

We liked everything about Faja dos Padres. The location is exceptionally beautiful, the food at the restaurant is wonderful - breakfast every morning by the sea, and local speciality dishes are served throughout the day. The staff are friendly and helpful, especially Nelyo who runs the cable car - he went out of his way all week to make us feel welcome. We walked through banana and mango groves to swim in the sea and felt like we had found a piece of paradise.

Stayed in July 2023

We stayed in Casa do Barco. It is a wonderful and idyllic house right at the seafront. The nearby restaurant was very relaxed and all personnel was very sympathetic. I absolutely recommend it!

Stayed in June 2023

My husband felt the mattress was uncomfortable but I was comfortable.

it is an incredible, magical location. incredible privacy and gorgeous flowers and plantings.

Stayed in June 2023

Amazing place away from people by the ocean. The views from the house were breathtaking and the sound of the ocean was peaceful. The system of using the cable car was good and we have no problem with getting to the location. Definitely recommended for relaxing holiday.

Stayed in May 2023

The only option for food on the property shut down and stopped serving meals at a very early hour. This we found to be very inconvenient for us. Also, the breakfast provided was ok but we thought could be much more enjoyable even with just a few added items.

We loved the secluded location of the property. It was in a perfect location for us. It was relaxing, peaceful, and quiet. Our room was very clean and comfortable. And the surrounding area was beautiful.

Stayed in May 2023

There was nothing to dislike.

The location, our accommodation, the very pleasant and efficient 'hosts', the environment, the guided tour.

Stayed in May 2023

Not easy to approach.

Unique location.

Stayed in May 2023

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Everything

Stayed in May 2023

curfew

the area and surroundings are incredible

Stayed in May 2023

The coffee at breakfast.

The location and serenity is what this place is all about. Their check-in as well as the rides with the gondola are very well organized. The originality of the individual bungalows is very special. We loved it here.

Stayed in May 2023

restourant food is not the best, but its fine because we used kitchen and made food by ourselves.

Its something different. All the nature vibe around the property was so relaxing. Always hearing sound of the ocean (that is why we have so good sleep), always seeing the mountains and greens. We loved it. And the cable we used every day, was like fun experience :)

Stayed in April 2023

Don't expect luxury. The accommodation is fine, but everything is a bit tired. The small kitchens are poorly equipped with minimal stuff, some of it broken. The breakfast is uninspiring but served in a great location. Some of the restaurant staff were good but overall there was a sense of being disinterested. Lots of hanging around smoking near the kitchen.

The location and surroundings are dramatic and beautiful. We had 3 little houses, each house had its own big terrace with sea view, loungers and table/chairs. The morning walk to breakfast, beside the sea, through flowers and crops is gorgeous. High quality bed linen. Very good pre stay communication.

Stayed in April 2023

Location, scenery, calmness

Stayed in April 2023