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São Miguel Island · Azores

Dwell Azores

7–15 people · 7 private rooms

Typical guests

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.

9.3/10 Excellent
Based on 23 reviews

Ratings are AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.

About Dwell Azores

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.

Origin story

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.

Community philosophy

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.

Hosts

Work

Amenities

Spaces

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.

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.

Rooms

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.

Loft - Stairs Access

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

A cool semi-private loft sleeping space built above the co-working room. Need to climb stairs or ladder to access. Perfect for budget travelers. Sleeps 1 people. 1 Single bed

Loft - Ladder Access

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

A cool semi-private loft sleeping space built above the co-working room. Need to climb stairs or ladder to access. Perfect for budget travelers. Sleeps 1-2 people. 1 Queen sized 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.

Food

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

Organized 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.

Activities

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

  • Limited walkability
    Village mini-market for basics, coastal trail access in 5 minutes
    Reviews: Guests love the immediate coastal walks and cliff access within 5 minutes, with a local pastelaria just 1 minute away for breakfast and lunch
  • Car rental
    Arrange car rental with other guests through WhatsApp group or independently, with free street parking available
    Destinations: Natural sites and hiking locations - buses don't reach many natural attractions, so car rental is recommended for exploring the island's diverse outdoor activities like hiking, diving, surfing, and whale watching
    Reviews: Multiple guests recommend getting a car for island exploration, with easy free parking on the street outside. Essential for reaching attractions island-wide within 30-60 minutes
  • Airport taxi
    Quick taxi ride from Ponta Delgada airport
    Destinations: Airport transfers - convenient connection from main airport
    Reviews: Guests mention easy taxi access from the airport, about 15 minutes drive from Ponta Delgada where the airport is located
  • Free parking
    Guests who rent a car report no issues with parking. One reviewer noted there was plenty of parking available near the property, though no formal on-site parking details are specified on the website.

Getting there

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

Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 7 nights minimum

Guest restrictions

  • Pets may be allowed

    No pet policy is stated on the website.

Payment & cancellation policy

Booking

Prepayment

All pre-payments made at time of booking are non-refundable.

No refund

All bookings cancelled less than 14 days before arrival pay 100% of the booking cost.

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