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Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Santo Antão, São Jorge, Azores
  • Place, Cascata do Cruzal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Pico da Esperanca
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sao Jorge Island (SJZ)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Calheta

This vacation home is located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Cascata do Cruzal and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Cascata do Cruzal - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Fajãs das Lagoas de Santo Cristo e dos Cubres de São Jorge - 44 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Fajã dos Cubres - 44 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Santa Bárbara Church - 51 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Pico da Esperanca - 59 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sao Jorge Island (SJZ) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante O Caseiro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Café Nunes - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Galp - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taberna Águeda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quinta do Café - ‬34 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.

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!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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 elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Host has indicated 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 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, 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
Property Registration Number 2475

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Matilde's House, in the Paradise Fajã de São João Calheta

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Calheta, close to Cascata do Cruzal.

Is parking available on site at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this historic vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each house plus an ocean view and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sao Jorge Island (SJZ), which is 24.2 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João?

Yes, every house at Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

Matilde's House, in the paradise Fajã de São João Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy W.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

João C.

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

emmanuelle s.

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
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jorge Lourenço P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boa estadia em s.jorge

Muito limpa e organizada
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020