Located in Ponta Delgada, this cottage is on the waterfront. Jardim Jose do Canto and Antonio Borges Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Parque Atlântico and Mercado da Graça. Carlos Machado Museum and Arquipélago Contemporary Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
São Vicente Ferreira Natural Pools - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Ponta Delgada Harbour - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
Ponta Delgada City Gates - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
Ponta Delgada Marina - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
Lagoa Azul, Sao Miguel Acores - 30 min drive - 24.5 km
Getting around
Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Beach Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Snack Bar Bela Vista - 11 min drive
Solar Rei dos Frangos - 3 min drive
4 Platanos - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988)?
As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988) on 5 March 2027 start from NZ$751, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988)?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Casa da Beira Mar - an ocean refuge (RRAL nº988) located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from São Vicente Ferreira Natural Pools and within 6 miles (10 km) of Batalha Golf Course and Rabo de Peixe Fishing Port. Lagoa das Empadadas and Honey Route Experience are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Absolutely perfect location. Close to many amenities and yet not amongst the hustle and bustle of the town centers. Perfect place for a quick getaway or a long term stay . Great hosts
We loved the location and the property was very comfortable for our needs. It was nice to stay in a traditional home rather than a hotel. The host was wonderful as well!
We had a very nice 2 weeks vacation at this place and liked it a lot. The house is a very unique and tasteful renovated old house but with all necessary modern equipment as needed for a holiday estate.Very good is also the gardens backdoor, opening to the footpath to the sheltered swimming place of the village in about 850 m. I used it nearly every morning.Thank you very much for letting us stay at your holiday home for 2 weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
We are delighted that you enjoyed and you will be always welcome .
We loved our stay here. The house has a lot of character (which we loved) and the views from the top floor and the cliff walk are AMAZING. The house was very clean, and there was a good supply of towels and bedding. There are some good restaurants a short drive away, a large grocery store, and you can walk along the path into the center of town and take a dip in the natural pool there! The only tricky things were the spiral staircase (could be difficult for some, but there is a bedroom and the bathroom downstairs) and the parking spot along the roadway is tight but manageable. Overall, we’d highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for something outside a sterile hotel experience. We would definitely stay here again.
Lots of space and easy check in process. Very good communication with property owner. Great and safe location makes for an easy drive to most of the top spots on the island
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us . You will be always welcome !
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John M.
21 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, location
A very cool place to lay your head for a few evenings. Old world charm on the ocean with easy access to all corners of the island and airport. The home came equipped with everything needed for an extended stay (an extra beach towel or two would have been an asset). I was travelling with my two university aged kids, the only downside being the smaller mattress in the loft was a bit thin and didn’t provide the best sleep. All in all I’d recommend this location in a heartbeat, and would be eager to stay again. The owner was very responsive and check-in was a breeze. The fresh fruit and local bread was a welcome surprise when we checked in.
Beautiful house. We really enjoyed the layout and loft area. Well equipped with everything you might need and some wonderful little welcome food/gifts. Loved the back walk to the shoreline and cliffs.
All was as advertised - quaint, cozy, clean, good location, super backyard and views, handing parking for 1 car. Spacious for a couple or 2. If you like cats, there are a few that like to hang out in the backyard.
Backyard with gorgeous sea view and access. Charming home, tastefully decorated. Accommodating and helpful host. Comfortable beds. You could not do better!
We enjoyed our stay. Joana was very helpful and responsive with all of our questions. The cottage has a garden with access directly to a wonderful cliff walk along the ocean. The only caution I would give is that to get here you have to drive down a very narrow, steep street.
Our stay was so lovely! We really enjoyed how close the house was to the water- we walked to the natural pool every day, made friends with the locals, and enjoyed exploring nearby attractions. The house itself is old and charming with modern conveniences that make it very comfortable. Joana was a very helpful host and always accommodated any questions I had. We will be back!
My husband and I stayed at this charming house while vacationing in the Azores. We had everything we needed there including a washing machine. The host was very sweet and helpful. Just a text away. She responds quickly. It’s in a good central location of the island.
We stayed in Joana’s lovely seaside home on the north coast of Sao Miguel for 6 nights in May. The photos show the property accurately, and the back yard with access to the sea is amazing. The location is fairly central for island exploring, but not in the center of Ponta Delgada - just the right mix for us. With our car rental, it was easy to get to grocery shopping and restaurants. Communication with Joana was easy, and there was a good information book provided.
This was a great stay in Joana's house. The house is very cosy, directly on the Ocean with a fantastic garden. It was very comfortable for us.
No negative Point at all! Will definetly come back!!
Thank you so much Joana for the friendly and fast communication. And also for the items for our first breakfast!
The house is located in a quiet street by the sea.
It is a 10-minute walk to the public bathing area.
The house is nicely furnished with almost everything you need.
I particularly liked the sea view from the upper bedroom and the open design of the living area, dining area and kitchen.
In addition, very nice and helpful contact with the owner.
We enjoyed staying at this property for four nights in early April, 2025. Although our weather was chilly and at times rainy, this property had a warm cozy feel to it. It was ample room for just the two of us and we enjoyed using the woodstove nightly and an ample supply of firewood was available. Joana, the owner welcomed us with a nice gift of fruit, bread and jam. One issue with the washing machine, was quickly resolved by a simple call to her.A walking trail borders the back of the property and separates it from the cliffs to the ocean. A great place for walking!
The view through the gate and sitting on the cliffs was awesome, better than we expected. The cliff walk was also fantastic. The inside of cottage was close to what we expected. A traditional azorean home. Plenty of space for our needs and clean. As far as I could tell there was no central heating, but the space heaters were enough. Parking is on the road but we could always find a spot across the street on the sidewalk, which is what the locals do. The town was quaint and had it been warmer, I would have been in natural pools. Lastly, communication with owner was five stars!
We loved our stay in Casa da Beira Mar! an updated and charming fisherman's cottage with all of its original charm!
The sound of the ocean filled our two week stay, and the changing colours of the ocean and sky were a delight. We fully expected to spend a great deal of time "at home" on this trip because of rain, etc but we totally lucked out on the weather! it was beautiful most days!
we did take full advantage of the home's cozy ambiance with a fire most evenings!
Joana was a delight to deal with and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and convenient.
one thing does make me a bit sad , however was to see how many of the lovely old cottages were being torn down to make modern, gated, closed off edifices!
Enjoyed the quiet, the slow pace, and most of all the landscape! such a beautiful place!
We very, very much enjoyed the stay in Sao Vicente Ferreiro. A car is necessary, but you'll need it anyway for exploring the island.
Joanas house is lovely; we felt home every time we arrived back from an excursion. Though many houses in the area are being built contempory now, a typical Azores house is what you come for to these islands. Inside, it is tastefully and mindfully restaured -old features combine well with modern and practical aspects. It is larger than the impression from the fotos in the internet. Worked well for four adults. Well equipped with towels and sheets. Very nice collection of photo books about the Azores and some very helpful hiking guides. Washer and dryer make life easy. We missed one or the other kitchen gadget, but this was not important. The outside towards the ocean is nice. Great sunset views behind the west of the island. The street was a few time a bit loud. Hope the surroundings will stay and this beautiful house will not be built-in between modern places. Supermarkets easy to reach. We thought it was a great loacation for all excursions on the island. Will return in case we return to Sao Miguel.
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2021
Thank you Martina! It was a pleasure to have you in our sweet house. You will be always welcome!
Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet. Wir haben im oberen Schlafzimmer geschlafen und es genossen bei geöffneter Tür das Meer rauschen zu hören. Wir haben abends gerne auf der schönen Terrasse gesessen. Da hat uns eine Beleuchtung gefehlt.
Excellent hébergement pour ceux qui désirent visiter l'ouest de l'île. Très bien localisé.Résidence en bord de mer avec accès direct au trekking.Très propre avec tous les accommodements nécessaires.Excellent accomodation for whom want to discover the west part on the island. Very well located.Residence directly by the sea with direct access to trekking.Very clean with all necessary accomodation.