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São Miguel Island · Azores

Dwell Azores

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Best for

Ocean & Nature Seekers. Ocean lovers seeking Azores island life with coastal hikes, hot springs, and sea-view coworking

Unique features

  • Ocean Views. Spectacular Atlantic Ocean panoramas from coworking space, terraces, and rooms that guests consistently describe as breathtaking and inspiring.

  • Cliff Location. Dramatic clifftop setting with direct access to coastal walks and natural ocean pools within minutes of the house.

  • Star Gazing. Perfect Atlantic location for astronomical observation, with guests specifically mentioning meteor shower viewing experiences.

  • Musical Atmosphere. Creative environment with available instruments and evening music sessions hosted by the owners that enhance community bonding.

About

Dwell Azores is a coworking and coliving space located on a cliff with direct Atlantic Ocean views in Fenais da Luz, São Miguel Island. The space offers private rooms and loft spaces for up to 12 guests, combining accommodation with a creative coworking environment. Dwell provides a small but vibrant community where remote workers can stay connected while being productive, with weekly meetings and various activities organized by both hosts and guests.

Ratings

9.3/10 Excellent

Rooms

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Private Double - Private Bathroom - FIN

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

Private room, ocean facing, private bathroom. Ground floor. Adjacent to kitchen. Near back door/ back yard.*
Sleeps 1-2 people. 1 queen sized bed.

*Due to location, possibility of slightly higher noise level.

Private Triple - Private Bathroom - SURF

Up to 3 guests
Private bathroom

Private room, street facing, Private bathroom. First floor.
Sleeps 1-3 people. 1 queen sized bed. 1 single bed.

Private Double - Shared Bathroom - MOO

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

Private room, street facing, shared bathroom. First floor.
Sleeps 1-2 people. 1 queen sized bed.

Private Double - Shared Bathroom - CHA

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

Private room, street facing, shared bathroom. Ground floor.
Sleeps 1-2 people. 1 queen sized bed.

Private Triple - Shared Bathroom - ANANAS

Up to 3 guests
Shared bathroom

Private room, street facing, shared bathroom. First floor.
Sleeps 1-3 people. 1 queen sized bed. 1 single bed.

Policies

Stay rules

  • 7 nights minimum
  • Pets may be allowed

Payment & cancellation

  • Payment due at booking
  • No refunds

Community

Dwell operates on the principle that guests ARE the community. The space provides opportunities for remote workers to stay connected while being productive, addressing the common issue of missing out on social activities around the workplace.

The community approach centers around weekly Monday meetings where guests contribute and suggest activities that interest them. Activities are often created by guests for guests, fostering a collaborative environment where residents take ownership of their shared experience.

Dwell emphasizes being part of a cool, laid back community of great people, with the philosophy that when individuals from all walks of life come together, they can become friends and create meaningful connections. The space serves as a platform for people to interact and grow with the digital nomad community in the Azores.

Who stays here

Activities

Hosts

How it started

Ania and Charles, the owners of Dwell, visited São Miguel twice before making a spontaneous decision to move to the Azores and start a business together in 2019. They took the leap and bought an old ruin that they renovated themselves, creating Dwell Coworking & Coliving. With a shared love for travel and community, they envisioned a place where individuals from all walks of life could come together, become friends, and create meaningful connections.

Work

Amenities

Workspaces

Coworking space

Calls allowed

52m² open-layout coworking space with a direct ocean view. Offers permanent-desk and hot-desk options, external monitors, mesh-back ergonomic chairs, a projector, wireless laser printing/copying, and A/C. A hammock chair adds a relaxed touch. Free water, coffee, and wine are available. Two loft spaces with queen beds are situated above the coworking area.

Call booths

Call room

Two soundproof phone booths built into the coworking space, bookable for specific hour slots. Guests with calls after 8pm are requested to use these booths. Reviewers note they are helpful but not fully soundproof for highly sensitive conversations.

Living

Shared spaces

Kitchen

Well-stocked shared kitchen available to all guests. Equipped with an espresso machine, air fryer, manual juicer, grater, and a good selection of spices. Guests are expected to clean up after themselves; a cleaner visits twice per week.

Patio & terrace

Outdoor

Outdoor patio and terrace area with swing chairs, offering a relaxed space to unwind. Located on a cliff with views of the Atlantic coast.

Communal meals

Nearby vendors

  • Village mini-market
    Local mini-market in the village of Fenais da Luz where you can buy most food basics and limited fresh fruit and vegetables
  • Bakery & café (1min walk)
    Da Silva Pastelaria, a local bakery and café just a 1-minute walk from Dwell, known for breakfast and lunch offerings
  • Supermarket (8min drive)
    Nearest full supermarket located about 8 minutes drive from Dwell
  • Farmers market
    Farmers markets available as organized outdoor activities and trips

Organised trips & deliveries

  • Shopping trips
    Dwell staff organize grocery shopping trips that guests can join. Guests can also easily arrange to share a ride with other guests for grocery shopping runs.

Location

Rua De Baixo 35, Fenais Da Luz, 9545-229, Portugal

Dwell is perched on a cliff with direct views of the Atlantic Ocean in the small village of Fenais da Luz, on São Miguel Island. The setting is dramatic and peaceful — guests frequently describe the ocean views from the terrace and coworking space as breathtaking. The property sits on the official coastal trail, with nature and solitude accessible just a 5-minute walk away.

Fenais da Luz is a quiet, authentic Azorean village located about 15 minutes from Ponta Delgada, the island's main city. The village is sparse in amenities — there is a small mini-market for basics, and a gym in the neighbouring village — but this contributes to its tranquil, off-the-beaten-path character. Reviewers note that the location feels "in the middle of the island, close enough to all the attractions."

One thing to be aware of: the village hosts a local festival in August or September, during which evening noise levels can increase for a few days — a lively cultural experience, but worth keeping in mind when planning your stay.

Getting around

Getting there

How to get to Dwell Azores from the nearest transportation hubs:

Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)

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