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São Miguel Island · Azores

Dwell Azores

4–10 people · 4 private rooms

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.

9.2/10 Excellent
Based on 25 reviews

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

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.

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 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.

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

Spaces

Main workspace
52m2 open layout coworking space with direct ocean view, offering both permanent-desk and hot-desk options
Call spaces
Two soundproof phone booths built in the large coworking space that can be scheduled for particular hour slots
Alternative workspaces
Patio and terrace with swing chairs, plus each private bedroom has its own chair and desk

Equipment

Ergonomic chairs
Standing desks
Monitors
Coffee & tea
Free water, coffee and wine available in the coworking space

Internet

Fiber
High speed fiber internet available 24/7
Wi-Fi coverage
WiFi and wired connection available

Meals

Friday dinnerTypically on fridays
BBQ or dinner night organized as a community activity

Groceries

Nearby vendors

Village mini-market
Local mini-market in the village where you can buy most food basics and limited fresh fruit and vegetables
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, and guests can easily arrange to ride together for grocery shopping

Activities

Location

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

Dwell is situated on a cliff with direct views of the Atlantic coast, offering a dramatic coastal setting. The property provides immediate access to the official coastal trail, allowing guests to enjoy nature and solitude just a 5-minute walk from the accommodation.

The location serves as an ideal base for exploring the island's diverse attractions and engaging in activities like hiking, diving, surfing, and whale watching. The village of Fenais da Luz provides a peaceful, authentic Azorean setting away from the busier tourist areas.

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
No parking
No parking information provided 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

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

Check-in

Frequently Asked Questions

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