Rua da Cruz 81 A Agua de Alto - Ilha de São Miguel Açores, 9680-303 Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
Based on 16 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.7
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.4
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Reviewed: 29 August 2024
Mewsreviews
United KingdomNothing
Maria our host was extremely welcoming and helpful. It's elevated position has spectacular views of the mountains, sea and Islet. 5 min drive to 2 great uncrowded beaches. Really spacious and airy and good air con. At night, great stargazing. Lovely cats and Jack the dog to look after, which we weren't quite expecting, but they weren't a problem as we knew there were going to be cats around, but they were amusing and calming. The kids miss them. We also had eggs from the chickens and fruit from the garden that we could help ourselves to. The house was cleaned and bedding and towels changed twice mid stay, the cottage had everything you needed for relaxing and days at the beach. You definitely need a small car to navigate the narrow road leading up to the cottage and around the wonderful island. Perfectly located to Pingo Doce and Vila Franco do Campo. Couldn't fault it.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 July 2024
Jennifer
CanadaThe kids say this was the best place they have ever stayed (even over Disney World). The cats, and Jack the dog sealed the deal! The owners were gracious hosts, ready to help with any questions and the farm treats were a very nice touch. We are already working on the timing for our next visit, and staying here is a must.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 1 July 2024
Vera
SpainWindows could be cleaner.
This is a "real" house (as opposed to the usual ikea-like, and only-for-rent, holiday houses) with all the elements you may need: many towels, washing machine, dish washer,... It is located near a main road, but the real and nice fact is that we could bearly hear it from the premises. In the middle of our stay (all together, 5 nights) we had a surprise that we really appreciated: a nice and very gentle lady came to do the cleaning of the house, that included changing bed linen, towels, kitchen cloths,...
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Thorsten
GermanyLovely wooden house with big garden and covered terrace. Ideal, if you like cats very much. We do :-) There are four of them all the time, often 3 or 4 guest cats as well. Sometimes there come around some chicken, too. The garden is full of fruit trees. A welcome fruit basket was provided when we arrived. Kitchen is well equipped, so we were able to prepare the fresh fish we bought at the next Pingo doce supermarket. Absolutely quiet. Very recommended.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2022
Sónia
PortugalI can't identify something that could be better - only the duration of the vacation but that I can't identify as a problem of the place :)
The place is absolutely special, with a spectacular view of both sea and green hills. The house has very well taken care surroundings. The house itself is pleasant, well equipped and truly clean. For those who like contact with animals has the surplus of chickens, dogs and well behaved cats. The host is always available to help and very nice.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 16 July 2022
Alena
BelarusEverything about this place was wonderful. Gorgeous house and location, matches the photos and description. Amazing atmosphere. Excellent hospitable hosts.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 3 July 2022
Jorge
BelgiumSpacious house, very well located and with a fantastic view. We were very well received by Maria who is very friendly and informative. A paradise for cat lovers, as they are always present around the house.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Jennie
United KingdomWe had the most amazing stay here. The house was so clean, comfortable and private, in beautiful, secure surroundings with incredible views! We hired a car and it was a great location to visit the rest of the island. Maria was the perfect host and looked after us so well, we couldn't have asked for more. If you love animals, the resident cats are an added bonus, they became very much a part of our holiday!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 31 October 2021
Steffen
GermanyBe aware that there are cats that "belong" to the house. So if you have a cat allergy this might not be the place to go!
Very nice host! The place was relaxing to us! You need a car ...
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 5 October 2021
Anonymous
United KingdomWe loved the setting of the cottage, it felt like you were surrounded by nature and the views were incredible. The cats were great company and Maria was the best host we have come across. Quick to reply to any questions and made sure we had everything we needed. Maria went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Pawel
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
E
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 July 2022
Willem
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 15 October 2021
Bruno
PortugalThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 23 September 2021
Sabina
RomaniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2021
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