This villa places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Azorean Pineapple Plantation and University of the Azores. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Azorean Pineapple Plantation - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
University of the Azores - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Ponta Delgada Harbour - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
Ponta Delgada City Gates - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
Ponta Delgada Marina - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
Getting around
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
O Gastrónomo - 5 min drive
Fuji Sushi Experience - 4 min drive
Fresh N Hot Spot II - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat
Magnificent new 5-bedroom villa (2023) in a modern style with a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and BBQ, situated in a quiet and private area, surrounded by pineapple greenhouses, 5 minutes from the historic center with excellent access, a privileged location in the city of Ponta Delgada, and views of the sea and mountains (view of Lagoa de Fogo). A 7-minute drive from beaches and bathing areas, the surrounding space inspires you to go for walks, jog (near the urban park, 5 minutes on foot), play tennis (5 minutes on foot), visit a health club, or do yoga (the villa is very popular with groups for this activity). Its interior encourages socializing with a fully equipped kitchen and an open-plan layout so that everyone can socialize at the same time. The division of the social area from the personal area allows for great tranquility when it's time to sleep, when the blackout curtains and air conditioning in the bedrooms help you set the ideal temperature and ensure darkness if that is your preference. Upon waking, you will benefit from a beautiful sunrise view while enjoying your breakfast indoors or on the terrace. On cooler days, enjoy the three-pane wood-burning stove and the climate-controlled wine cellar while relaxing in the second room next to the inner glass of the pool, or take advantage of the fire pit outside in the back area of the house. It will be very easy to enjoy a visit to the island, whether to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding nature, attend various live shows, learn a little about Azorean culture or its gastronomy. In the summer and Easter, there is no shortage of beaches and sea access areas throughout the island. Whatever your intention, you will benefit from the attention and experience of the property manager (João Moreira, former owner of Villa Loureiro) to advise you better considering the purpose of your visit.
The villa is soundproofed and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (28 inches high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Só é permitido fumar no exterior da propriedade.
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric car charging station
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Soundproofing
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 3,767 square feet
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Só com autorização prévia e com taxa extra 150€.
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Crianças com menos de 2 anos não pagam a estadia.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Só com aprovação antecipada e com pagamento extra.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Só é permitido fumar no exterior da propriedade.
Important information
You need to know
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Só com aprovação antecipada e com pagamento extra.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 16
Checking in and out are easy with express services.
Property Registration Number 3688
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25.
Note from host: Só com aprovação antecipada e com pagamento extra.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this villa?
This villa is located in Ponta Delgada, close to Ponta Delgada Harbour, Azorean Pineapple Plantation, and Praia do Populo. You'll also find Antonio Borges Garden and Ponta Delgada Marina within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat ?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station, wheelchair-accessible van parking, and bicycle parking available.
Is this villa next to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Is One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool and a fireplace in each villa, and some feature ocean view.
Are there hot tubs at One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat ?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa provide breakfast?
This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa and the property provides food and water bowls.
Are there connecting rooms at One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat ?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.
How close is the airport from this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL), which is 5 mi away (10 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat ?
Yes, every villa at One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat comes with a balcony and some offer ocean and mountain views.
One of a Kind | PDL Luxury Retreat Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
2.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mike V.
May 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic. Too cold to use the pool but hot tub was good
Mike V.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth R.
May 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very responsive and friendly.
Elizabeth R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious with everything you need! Host is great and extremely helpful with recommendations. Beautiful outdoor area and we loved the BBQ. Kitchen is very well equipped. We would go back!
Verified traveler
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Margaret L.
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I found it somewhat hidden to find but too difficult. Joao was amazing to speak with. Always pleasant, patient and kind. Extremely helpful with all my questions. The cleaning staff came in half way through oour visit, which was nice to see. Giving us fresh towels and new bedding. The ladies were incredibly efficient. The house was clean and spacious. Bedrooms in the lower half was different from what we’re accustomed to. The walking up and down the steps, kept us in shape and helped with maintaining our weight,LOL! But seriously, bedrooms were great, clean and with aircon units or fans. Sound proof. One little complaint because every Country is different and we are spoiled, some mattresses were quite firm and hard to sleep on for several nights when your older like us. Majority of my group is 60 and older. Jacuzzi was smaller than I thought. Only 2 of us used it. Too many chemicals in it and they experienced eye irritation. So just advice only proper treatment and not too much. Only a few of us used the pool. Found it to be very cold. However, our visit was the first two weeks of September, so no judgement here. The ones that used it liked it.Kitchen was so equipped and made cooking at the house convenient. There is a slight ant issue. We found for most of visit. But to be expected with a cupboard wth food and doors open. The screen system for the door could be improved to either a slide door system from the pull down screens. Great House tho
We stayed at this property with a group of 13 ladies and were able to comfortably accommodate everyone. The home is spacious, well-equipped, and beautifully maintained. The surroundings are peaceful, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. All the amenities worked perfectly and met our needs. The homeowner was absolutely attentive both before and during our stay, ensuring everything went smoothly. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Ingrid
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lucia P.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The house is beautiful plenty of bedrooms as we were 4 families it was great each family had their own bathrooms.Beautiful house and pool.Host was responded quickly to anything that came up.Definitely would love to go backLucia
Lucia P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa T.
Jul 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for a big family to stay in. Lots of space for everyone. The kids loved the pool.
Lisa T.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew E.
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house with a view
Beautiful and modern place with ample bedrooms and baths. Indoor and outdoor kitchen opens to pool area. Pool with window into the house was loved by my guests. The owner was very attentive to all questions within 30 min. Only thing was kitchen could have used spices and some basic cooking oil but easily fixed. Would definitely repeat!
Andrew E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rich N.
May 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a grouo
One of a Kind property was an excellent place for 3 couples to enjoy a week on Sao Miguel. Joao was incredibly helpful and responsive. The bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas were spacious and welcoming. Although it was a long walk to the main part of town it was easy to keep 2 cars at the place and a short drive. This was a great location for exploring the whole island. Highly recommend!
Rich N.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy O.
May 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had a fantastic time in São Miguel! The property was beautiful, very private yet a great location close to markets and restaurants, also central to all locations on the island. The home is very clean and was well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. We didn’t use the pool as the weather was chilly and windy, but we took advantage of the hot tub, very welcoming after long days of sightseeing! Although we had a smaller group (4 adults), there is plenty space for a large family. João is a fantastic host, very responsive to questions and always right there to offer tips and suggestions for things to do and places to see. We hope to be back someday soon, when we do this will be where we stay! Thank you, João, for a fantastic week!!
Amy O.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristine D.
Apr 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family trip to Ponta Delgada
Our stay at the villa was excellent. The house was just as described, very comfortable and spacious for our entire group. We enjoyed the large kitchen and living room area and Joao was very responsive with any questions we had while staying there for the week.
Kristine D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela R., Rhode Island, USA
Dec 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A very memorable family Christmas 2024!
From the moment we were welcomed with a personalized greeting and bottle of wine, a decorated Christmas tree and holiday decor, our family of 10 felt immediately at home! The house is a beautiful in the listing as it is in person. Well appointed kitchen, modern bathrooms with an abundance of hot water and great pressure! Enough room for togetherness and also privacy. We really enjoyed the hot tub and used the swimming pool as a cold plunge as it isn’t heated. The island has so much to offer and we took full advantage of it all! Thanks a million Joao for your generous hospitality! Happy New Year from the Rooney family!
Pamela R.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Thomas D.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House in a convenient location!
My family and I brought my mother, who’s family originated in the azores here for a family vacation and it was an absolute blast. The place was incredible, the house was clean and well maintained. The pool was a huge hit with the kids and very refreshing after a long day of hiking and exploring the island. The outdoor shower was nice to clean beach sand off and rinse off before going into the house. The wood fired grill was great for a few nights we stayed in for dinner. We had more than enough room, good closet space for our items and enough beds to comfortably sleep us all.Joao was very accommodating and kept in touch with questions we had and was kind enough to give us some tips and local knowledge about places and restaurants to check out during our stay. I can’t really find a negative to speak of. It really was great and we would definitely book again.
Thomas D.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gina Q.
Jun 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sao Miguel getaway
Stayed for 8 days and 7 nights second week of June 2024. The house was great and plenty of room for our group of 9. We especially enjoyed the pool area as we had perfect weather while we there. Location was great and communication with the host was always answered quickly.
Gina Q.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
2/10 Terrible
Yuliya
Traveled with family
Jun 4, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
What a terrible mistake booking this house. We booked this accommodation for 3 nights, and every single communication with Joao was a nightmare.
Lots of “existing” utilities did not exist or were not functioning - stove was not working, poor quality of cooking pans, limited toilet paper, no spare towels, cheap multipurpose shampoo and shower gel (1-2 bottles for 5 bedrooms), mosquito nets are totally broken, jacuzzi was super dirty, we didn’t even dare to try.
Cherry on top - we discovered multiple ants and cockroaches during the stay, which was extremely unpleasant and made us question overall house maintainance. These issues were clearly ignored by Joao, as we tried to communicate with the host multiple times via WhatsApp and the host ignored the messages in a very rude ‘ghosting’ manner instead of peacefully resolving addressed above issues.
Yuliya
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nelia C., canada
May 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This house is exactly as it shows in the pictures. It was in a quiet area and within minutes of driving, you are in Ponta Delgada. The host Joao was quick to answer any questions that we had. The house was more than spacious for the 11 of us. I would definitely recommend this house for any large group.
Nelia C.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nanette S.
Jan 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal House
The house was awesome and the host was absolutely top star! Highly recommend!!!
Nanette S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keira C., Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Sep 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay for 12 ppl
We enjoyed our stay with the fantastic amenities here. João provided all the answers to our many questions and helped with extra towels etc. when we asked and needed anything. We found it a bit tricky to find the long driveway as did Uber eats and a few taxi drivers. Thanks for everything and we will see you when we come back!
Keira C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
jennifer C., Chicago
Sep 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite rental we’ve ever stayed at
There is nothing that could have been done to improve our two week stay here. We comfortably slept twin three year olds, us, grandparents and my brother in law. The location is perfect, it’s quiet but close to the city and easy to get anywhere on the beautiful island. My kids thought the window seeing into the pool was the coolest thing ever, and the layout of the pool itself was perfect for kids and adults. Joâo responded quickly leading up to the trip and while we were there. I can’t recommend this rental more!
jennifer C.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa A., Somerville, MA
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home and stay.
When we found this home, we thought "this might be to go to be true." After speaking with Joao and asking some questions we booked his home for 5 days. Everything was wonderful. The upstairs is open concept which made 7 adults and 6 children (ranging from 16 to 1 years old not feel cramped. The pool is on the same level, so it made for watching the children fantastic! The kitchen is stocked with pots/pans for cooking, coffee maker, toaster, and utensils. There were board games for the kids, but they mostly enjoyed the pool. There is 1 bedroom upstairs and the remaining bedrooms were downstairs. Again, lots of space! There is a washer but no dryer. We didn't mind, we enjoyed hanging our clothes outside to dry. The baby gate at the top of the stairs as well as the bottom of the stairs is extremely helpful and put my mind at ease with a running 1 year old. The few times we reached out to Joao, he was quick to reply. He provided us some great recommendations on places to visit during our stay as well. We would love to stay here again next time were in Sao Miguel! :)
Lisa A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sara M.
Jul 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for big family
This stay was perfect! We had a big group of 9 people ranging from 72yrs to infant and there was plenty of space for us all. Baby gates at the top and bottom of the stairs made sure the babies were safe. Location was perfect. Quick drive into Ponta Delgada or the highway if you want to go farther. João was very helpful and quick to respond. Even offered to buy extra life jackets and toys for the little kids! It was a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend!
Sara M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicolas D.
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lieu idéal de séjour entre amis ou en famille
Emplacement idéal pour découvrir Sao Miguel, baignades et relaxation dans ce havre de paix