Title: Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João ![Interior - Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João (Santo Antão, São Jorge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41824900/41824815/4b01f9e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João (Santo Antão, São Jorge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41824900/41824815/63a85f0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João (Santo Antão, São Jorge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41824900/41824815/b4acd381.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João (Santo Antão, São Jorge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41824900/41824815/f68b6815.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João (Santo Antão, São Jorge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41824900/41824815/73179094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João Holiday home in traditional style but with a modern and colorful touch. By the sea, with splendid views of the neighboring island of Pico and fantastic sunsets; You can rest to the sound of the murmur of the waves and the singing of birds. Calm and familiar environment. Ideal for recovering from the stress of cities, by the sea and close to beautiful trails and landscapes of varying shades of green. For those who like calm environments, paradise is here! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 2475 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Matilde's House, in the Paradise Fajã de São João Calheta ## About the area Located in Calheta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fajã dos Cubres and Cascata do Cruzal. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Calheta travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calheta.dx6345213) [View more Holiday homes in Calheta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calheta-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6345213-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.54721%2C-27.86092&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hCUr1-zJt2g4eLJzb9vKbmfbQcE=) Santo Antão, São Jorge, Azores ### What's nearby - Cascata do Cruzal 7 min drive \- 3.8 miles - Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge 34 min drive \- 19.5 miles - Pico da Esperanca 49 min drive \- 24.9 miles - Igreja de Sao Jorge 53 min drive \- 30.4 miles - Velas Marina 53 min drive \- 30.4 miles ### Getting around - Sao Jorge Island (SJZ) 55 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante O Caseiro 15 min drive - Café Nunes 33 min drive - Taberna Águeda 1 min walk - Galp 11 min drive - Quinta do Café 34 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João? ### What time is check-in at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João? ### What time is check-out at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João? ### Where is Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy H. 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Open ocean views, sound of waves, lovely sunny patio, Paula very nice, helpful , thoughtful arrival treats. Love Luca the lab. ##### Tracy H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy W. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Casa da Matilde is a wonderful place to escape to and enjoy the island of Sao Jorge. Beautiful sunsets over Pico seen from the garden terrace. A comfortable and calming location, listening to the waves on the shore. ##### Wendy W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas P. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr schöne 3 Tage Haus ist etwas dunkel, aber ansonsten sehr gut eingerichtet und sauber. Blick von der Terrasse aufs Meer und auf die Insel Pico. Wer Katzen mag, ist hier sehr gut aufgehoben. ##### Thomas P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### João C. 11 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquilidade e beleza Casa junto ao mar, em fajã de grande beleza. Anfitriões de grande simpatia. Excelente para estadias de vários dias. ##### João C. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emmanuelle s. 31 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un petit bout du monde Nous avons beaucoup aimé séjourner chez Paula dont la petite maison a une magnifique vue sur mer et sur Pico. Paula est très attentive à ses invités et nous a très bien reçu ##### emmanuelle s. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Jorge Lourenço P. 29 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Boa estadia em s.jorge Muito limpa e organizada ##### Jorge Lourenço P. 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