Title: Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve Villa in Ribeira Grande with private pool and kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45960000/45954900/45954818/6de3eb0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45960000/45954900/45954818/fae7bffb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45960000/45954900/45954818/c999fa21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45960000/45954900/45954818/352edf64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45960000/45954900/45954818/6a1c11dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Astrolabio Refugio is a haven for nature lovers, nestled between the craters of Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. Unwind in your own pool with hot water, enjoy al fresco dining at one of the two BBQ areas, or bask in the sun on the green lawn surrounded by tropical gardens. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Hot tub - Breakfast available - Washer - Parking available - Pool ## 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. ### Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve Our house is suitable not only for those guests who want to stay for 3-4 days, but also for those who want to live in nature for a month or two in seclusion, but not be far from public infrastructure. For such guests we have discounts up to 60%. The advantage of our house, compared to living at the same price in the hotel rooms, is three times the large living area with its own pool with hot water, a tropical garden with a green lawn and barbecue, a fully equipped kitchen, parking for cars next to the front door and unique singing of Azores birds in the morning. Villa "Astrolabio Refugio" is a modern 90 square meter house with a bedroom, living room with a fully equipped kitchen (coffee machine, dishwasher, induction hob), private swimming pool with hot water and two outdoor places for BBQ and sunbathing. The location of the property with 3.000 sq.m is between craters of Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. It is an ideal starting point for hiking, cycling, walking through picturesque villages, surfing at Santa Barbara Beach or play a golf at the Batalha Golf Course. The guest house is equipped with WiFi internet and satellite TV. Parking is available on-site of the property ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45850000/45849300/45849270/3ef33dd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve Rabo de Peixe, Sao Miguel Island, Azorea - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=45849270&PinnedHotelID=45849270&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104080000/104072900/104072854/47200826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa da Baleia T1 Located on the Seafront Overlooking the Fishing Port Vila Franca Do Campo - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 and a first aid kit 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 1680 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.790462,-25.589455&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:oyteF%60%7Dd%7BC%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FS%40S%40S%3FSBS%40S%40Q%40SBSBSBQBSBQBSBQDSDQBQDSDQDQDQFQDQFQFODQHQFOFOFQHOFOHOFOHOHMJOHMHOHMJMHMJMJKJMJKJMJKJKJKLKJILKLIJILILILILGLILGLGLGNGLGLELENGNELCLENENCLCNCNCNALCNANANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNDLBNDLFNDLDLFLFNFLFLFLHLFLHJHLHLHLHJJLHJJJJLJJJJLJJJLJJHLJLHLJLHNHLHNHLHNHNFNHNFNHPFNFNFPFPFNDPFPDPFPDPDPBRDPDPBRDPBRBPBRBPBR%40R%40RBP%40R%40R%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FRARARARAPCRARARCPCRCRCPCREPCREPEPCPEREPGPEPGPENGPGPGNGPGNIPGNINGNINILINILINILKNILKLIJKLKLKJKLKJMJKJKHMJKHMJMHMHKHMHMFMHMFMFOFMFMDMFODMDODMDODMBODOBMBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMCOEOCMEMEOEOEMEMGMEOGMGMGMGMIMGMIMIMIKIMKMIKKMIKKKKKKKMKKKMKMKKIMKMIOIMIMKOIOIMGOIOGOIOGQGOGQIOEQGQGOEQGQEQEQESEQCQEQESCQCSCQCSCSCQCSASASAQCS%3FSASAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ytbz9B1qYi5W7DgXIIWFC0Bz51c=) Rabo de Peixe, Sao Miguel Island, Azores #### What's nearby - Honey Route Experience - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles - Rabo de Peixe Fishing Port - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles - Milicias Ocean Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles - Praia do Populo - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles - Santa Bárbara Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles #### Getting around - Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Galp - ‬5 min drive - ‪Restaurante O Silva - ‬6 min drive - ‪Restaurante da Associação Agricola de São Miguel - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ondas do Mar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Botequim Açoriano - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve located? > Situated in Ribeira Grande, this villa is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Rabo de Peixe Fishing Port and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Honey Route Experience. Milicias Ocean Beach and Praia do Populo are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa with modern minimalist architecture in the middle of a nature reserve Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany R. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy First of all, the location being close to the airport and in the middle of the island was perfect for our 5 day trip to Sao Miguel island. We rented a car and drove all over feeling like our home base was in a perfect spot. The owner, Victor, met us at the property when we arrived and told us all about it and showed us anything we needed to know about this cute little place. The size was perfect for two. It was private (although I didn’t realize from the picture in the listing that there was an identical house on the property as well. Victor has done a great job making them each feel private, though. We loved it here and would recommend it. ##### Tiffany R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sylvie A. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Séjour très agréable Logement avec décoration de qualité,au calme dans un bel environnement et très proche en voiture des sites à visiter et de la plage.Victor, le propriétaire est très sympathique et réactif à nos demandes. ##### Sylvie A. 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