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Santo da Serra · Madeira

HomeOffice Madeira

10–18 people · 8 private rooms · 2 dorm beds

Typical guests

Hiking-Focused Adventurers

Hiking enthusiasts seeking daily mountain adventures and social evenings in remote Madeira

Unique features

Expert Guide

On-site host Figo provides professional-level hiking guidance to hidden trails and secret spots that tourists never discover, with intimate knowledge of every corner of the island.

Sunrise Views

Mountain location offers spectacular sunrise views directly from bedrooms and balconies, creating magical morning work sessions that guests consistently describe as life-changing.

Pizza Oven

Stone pizza oven in the garden becomes the centerpiece for memorable communal cooking experiences and legendary pizza nights that guests rave about.

House Dog

Beloved resident dog Lotus provides emotional comfort and homey atmosphere, with guests consistently mentioning cuddles and companionship as a highlight of their stay.

9.0/10 Excellent
Based on 96 reviews

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

About HomeOffice Madeira

Homeoffice Madeira is the island's most popular coliving located in a 400 square meter villa with a huge 5000 square meter garden in Santo da Serra. The space offers a beautifully designed coliving experience with fast fiber-optic internet, multiple workspaces, private rooms with office setups, and a vibrant community of mindful people. With the philosophy "Everything can, nothing must," it provides focused work, weekend adventures, shared dinners, and space to be yourself in a relaxed, soulful environment.

Origin story

The website does not provide specific information about the founding story or origin of Homeoffice Madeira. While it mentions being a proven concept with over 850+ guests and being fully booked, the specific reasons why this coliving came to exist or the founding story are not detailed on the available pages.

Community philosophy

Homeoffice Madeira operates on the philosophy that "Everything can, nothing must" - more than a motto, it's how they live. The coliving believes in creating real community instead of digital anonymity where guests live together like a shared home, not as part of an all-inclusive entertainment trip, but as a real community.

It's not about a schedule but about shared moments. The space believes that coliving works best when everyone brings openness and willingness to be part of something meaningful. Whether it's a group dinner, spontaneous BBQ night, shared hike, or cooking together - everything is possible, but nothing is expected.

Everyone can contribute and together they create a relaxed atmosphere that feels like living with friends you just haven't met yet. The communal atmosphere makes it easy to break the isolation that sometimes comes with remote work, focusing on shared moments rather than strict schedules. The hosts organize group activities like hikes, sunset boat tours and BBQs, so strangers quickly become friends.

Hosts

Work

Amenities

Spaces

Deep Work Space

Call room

A dedicated indoor space for focused work or video calls, equipped with noise-cancelling headphones. Designed to provide a quiet, distraction-free environment separate from the communal areas.

Garage workspace

Calls allowed

A converted garage offering additional workstations with a view of the garden, wall art, and motivational decor. Also contains recreational game equipment including a pool/billiards table, foosball table, and dartboard, making it a combined work and social space. A monitor is available at one of the desks.

Living room

A spacious communal lounge with large communal tables suitable for co-working, a sofa area, and a fireplace for cozy evenings. Serves as the main social and co-working hub of the villa.

Kitchen

A large shared kitchen fully equipped for communal cooking. Frequently used by guests for group dinners and cooking evenings together.

Dining area

A spacious communal dining area with a large dining table where guests share meals, celebrate birthdays, and gather for group dinners.

Garden

Outdoor

A vast 5,000 m² palm garden surrounding the villa, offering a variety of outdoor spaces. Features include hammocks, a stone pizza/BBQ oven, a fireplace, a ping-pong table, a trampoline, multiple seating areas suitable for working or relaxing, and full WiFi and power throughout. Fruit trees are also accessible to guests.

Balcony / Terrace

Outdoor

A sunlit outdoor balcony/terrace with a green metal railing, tiled floor, and seating. Offers sweeping views of the garden, sea, and surrounding mountains. Popular for working with a laptop, watching sunrises, and social gatherings such as bonfire evenings with live music. Equipped with WiFi and power.

Fitness area

An indoor fitness area (referred to as the Sports Room) with a variety of fitness devices and exercise equipment, available to guests to offset sedentary workdays.

Rooms

Double (Private Bathroom)

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Private bathroom

A comfortable double room with a private bathroom, ideal for remote workers seeking privacy and focus. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 550€/week · 1,990€/4 weeks · Shared use: 350€/week per person

Double

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

Double rooms with shared bathroom access. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 450€/week · Shared use: 350€/week per person

Lux Double

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

A premium-feeling double room with shared bathroom, offering more comfort and brightness. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 450€/week · 1,700€/4 weeks · Shared use: 350€/week per person

Twin

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

Comfortable twin rooms with two separate beds and shared bathroom access, suitable for both short and long stays. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 400€/week · 1,500€/4 weeks · Shared use: 300€/week per person

Twin Premium

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

A well-lit twin room with two separate beds and shared bathroom access. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 450€/week · 1,700€/4 weeks · Shared use: 350€/week per person

Bunk Bed

Dorm bed
2-person dorm
Shared bathroom

A simple but functional bunk bed room with shared bathroom, perfect for low-cost accommodation. Max 2 people. Includes good WiFi, a desk, heating, and a wardrobe.

Pricing: 375€/week (private/solo) · 1,400€/4 weeks · Shared with a friend: 250€/week per person

Food

Communal meals

Groceries

The property is located in Santo da Serra, Santa Cruz area, about 15 minutes from Madeira Airport. Shared rental cars are available on-site (used by 99% of guests) and are the primary means of reaching supermarkets. Hosts provide grocery help and shared shopping lists. Groceries are typically bought for new guests upon arrival.

Activities

Location

Caminho do Cabeço Alto, Ribeira João Gonçalves Santo Antonio da Serra, 9100-249 Santa Cruz, Madeira Island

The coliving is located in Santo António da Serra, a quiet rural area in the municipality of Santa Cruz on Madeira Island, about 15 minutes from Funchal Madeira Airport. The villa sits in a mountain setting with sweeping sea views — guests frequently mention the breathtaking sunrises visible from the balcony and terrace.

The area is peaceful and surrounded by nature, with hiking trails accessible directly from the property. Madeira's UNESCO-listed laurel forests, dramatic mountain peaks, and coastal cliffs are all within reach. As one guest noted, "despite the peaceful location, you're not far from Funchal or other larger towns."

Reviews consistently describe the setting as quiet and remote, nestled in the mountains away from tourist crowds. The location is ideal for those seeking a nature-immersed environment, though daily errands and urban amenities require a short drive.

Getting around

  • Not walkable
    Remote mountain location with limited walkable amenities
    Reviews: Guests note the villa is in a quiet, remote mountain location away from towns, requiring cars for most activities and exploration
  • Shared rental car
    Two shared rental cars available through the coliving - 99% of guests use this option. Even guests without driver's licenses can participate as drivers are always found among other guests
    Destinations: Funchal, Pico do Arieiro, hiking trailheads, beaches, restaurants, poncha bars, Porto Santo ferry, and various scenic spots around Madeira
    Reviews: Guests consistently praise the shared car system as essential and well-organized, making island exploration easy and flexible for group activities
  • Parking available
    Parking is available on-site at the villa, as guests regularly use shared and personal cars.

Getting there

How to get to HomeOffice Madeira from the nearest transportation hubs:

FNC Madeira Airport

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 7 nights minimum

Guest restrictions

  • Pets not allowed

    No pet policy is mentioned on the website.

Payment & cancellation policy

Booking

Prepayment (65%)

A deposit of minimum 65% of the total amount is due at the time of booking.

90+ days
before check-in

Partial refund

Up to 3 months before arrival: 50% of the total amount is due (i.e. the deposit is forfeited but no additional charge).

60+ days
before check-in

Partial refund

Up to 2 months before arrival: 65% of the total amount is due.

Less than 60 days
before check-in

No refund

From 2 months before arrival until arrival day: 100% of the total amount is due (no refund).

Check-in

Payment (full)

The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than upon arrival.

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