Title: Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30663747&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views Family-friendly holiday home in Ribeira Grande ## Photo gallery for Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views ![Beach - Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views (Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30663800/30663747/e800cc75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views (Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30663800/30663747/42327459.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views (Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30663800/30663747/1f813389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views (Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30663800/30663747/bc463aeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views (Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30663800/30663747/w3444h2583x0y0-3e6b9ab9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124740000/124739600/124739507/742b2d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quinta do Refúgio Rabo de Peixe - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=124739507&PinnedHotelID=124739507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34420000/34419600/34419507/470a3bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Place - 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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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Fully Furnished Holiday Home Stunning Views House Fully Furnished Holiday Home Stunning Views Fully Furnished Holiday Home With Stunning Views Ribeira Grande Fully Furnished Holiday Home Stunning Views House Fully Furnished Holiday Home With Stunning Views Ribeira Grande Fully Furnished Stunning Views ## 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 OMIC - Azores Microbial Observatory. 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande.dx6154906) [View more Holiday homes in Ribeira Grande](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6154906-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%7C37.82311%2C-25.44761&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A5-VTw8Jz5nysv804cH8v54l65w=) Ribeira Grande - S. Miguel - Açores, Azores ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view Povoacao townscape, Azores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118672/0c2fd56e-19b8-4f8c-8a5a-8a145fc49548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ponta Delgada Harbour 21 min drive \- 17.4 miles - ![Day image of the arches of the city gates in Ponta Delgada-sao miguel-açores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6189652/bc9e59cb-018c-4d40-a017-353c5c7fcbe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ponta Delgada City Gates 23 min drive \- 17.9 miles - Moinhos Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Santa Iria Viewpoint 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - University of the Azores 22 min drive \- 17.6 miles ### Getting around - Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Chá Gorreana 6 min drive - Galp 9 min drive - McDonald’s 9 min drive - Restaurante O Silva 9 min drive - A Merenda 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views? ### What time is check-in at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views? ### What time is check-out at Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views? ### Where is Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fully furnished holiday home with stunning views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 44 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. 8 Mar 2025 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. ##### Jane C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray V. 1 Apr 2025 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. ##### Ray V. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred B. 6 Apr 2025 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 ##### Fred B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brigitte S. 26 Feb 2025 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. ##### Brigitte S. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 10 Dec 2024 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. ##### John K. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Jan 2025 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!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy M. 25 Mar 2025 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. ##### Lucy M. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james d. 7 Sept 2023 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. ##### james d. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen W. 22 Apr 2024 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. ##### Karen W. Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Severine L. 22 May 2024 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. ##### Severine L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike F., Westport, Ontario Canada 18 Feb 2024 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. ##### Mike F. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy L. 12 Sept 2023 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 ##### Peggy L. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad A., New York, ny 30 Oct 2023 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. ##### Brad A. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad O. 26 Sept 2024 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! ##### Brad O. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim H. 20 Oct 2024 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! ##### Kim H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Einat A. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely stay, perfect location and a great host that truly cared about our experience! ##### Einat A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carolyn D. 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location, comfortable stay Recommend. Great location, comfortable stay and all the comforts of home ##### Carolyn D. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miranda D., Sacramento, USA 8 May 2023 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. ##### Miranda D. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olga V. 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great great ##### Olga V. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike B. 4 Jul 2018 #### 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 ##### Mike B. Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert R. 27 Apr 2023 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". ##### Robert R. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda G. 18 Oct 2016 #### 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. ##### Brenda G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly P. 9 Jul 2023 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. ##### Kimberly P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue H. 9 Oct 2019 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. ##### Sue H. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David A., Saratoga Springs, NY, USA 12 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place in a perfect location Beautiful, comfortable home perched on the hillside overlooking the ocean and cliffs of Porto Formoso. Short walk to the beach or to the cliffs. Luis, our distant host was friendly, attentive and really does care about making your stay a perfect one! You will need a car to see the sights of the island or to go grocery shopping. But as a home base with comfort, a view, and astoundingly beautiful environs it is a home that is perfect! ##### David A. 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