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    Santo da Serra · Madeira

    HomeOffice Madeira

    ~10 people · 4 private rooms · 6 dorm beds

    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.

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    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.

    Rating

    9.3/10 Excellent
    Based on 100+ reviews

    Key points

    Spontaneous friendships

    Guests consistently form genuine friendships quickly, with many describing deep connections that continue after their stay. Solo travelers particularly emphasize feeling welcomed and integrated into the community within days.

    Strong return desire

    Nearly half of reviewers express concrete plans to return or have already returned multiple times, indicating exceptional community satisfaction. Many book their next stay immediately after leaving.

    Shared activities

    Daily group activities including after-work hikes, cooking together, pizza nights, and spontaneous adventures create natural bonding opportunities. The community organizes activities collectively while maintaining flexibility for individual preferences.

    Family-like atmosphere

    Multiple guests describe the community using family language, emphasizing the depth of connection and sense of belonging that develops during stays.

    Potential issues

    Stay duration patterns

    While community strength is exceptional, most mentioned stays are around 2 weeks, with only a small portion staying 3+ weeks. This shorter duration may limit the depth of community integration compared to longer-term coliving spaces.

    Short stays

    A small number of reviews mention 1-week stays, which falls short of building deep community connections typical of longer coliving experiences.

    Key points

    Host engagement

    Host Figo is mentioned by name in 62% of reviews, demonstrating exceptional personal involvement in creating community experiences through guided hikes, local knowledge, and genuine care for guests.

    Activity facilitation

    Hosts organize and lead activities while also empowering guests to plan their own, creating a balanced approach that builds community without creating dependency.

    Local expertise

    Hosts provide insider knowledge and guide guests to hidden spots on the island, adding unique value beyond standard hospitality.

    Balanced involvement

    Hosts maintain presence and availability while allowing guests autonomy, creating a supportive environment without over-involvement.

    Key points

    Diverse workspaces

    The property offers multiple work locations including rooms with monitors, coworking areas, garden spots, balconies, and terraces, allowing guests to choose their preferred environment.

    Gathering spaces

    The villa features spacious communal areas including a large kitchen, dining area, living room, and garden with pizza oven, facilitating full-house gatherings and group activities.

    Inspiring views

    Multiple guests express enthusiasm about the sunrise views from balconies and workspaces, with some citing it as a highlight of their stay.

    Single location

    The entire community lives together in one spacious villa with a large garden, ensuring cohesion without fragmentation across multiple buildings or locations.

    Key points

    Reliable internet

    Internet connectivity receives consistent praise with multiple guests confirming it works perfectly for video calls, uploads, and remote work, with no complaints across all reviews.

    Equipped workstations

    Each room includes a dedicated desk with external monitor, and additional workspaces throughout the property provide ergonomic, professional setups.

    Call privacy

    Guests confirm they can conduct private client meetings and calls without issues, with sufficient quiet spaces and room setups that support professional work.

    Workspace variety

    The property offers numerous work locations both indoors and outdoors, allowing guests to choose environments that suit their work style and preferences.

    Key points

    Cooking together

    Cooking together is a central community activity mentioned frequently, with guests regularly preparing and sharing meals as a bonding experience.

    Well-equipped kitchen

    The kitchen is described as spacious and well-equipped with all necessary facilities, including a pizza oven that guests regularly use for group activities.

    Clean facilities

    Multiple guests specifically praise the cleanliness of the villa and kitchen areas, with weekly cleaning maintaining high standards.

    Key points

    Excellent cleanliness

    Cleanliness is consistently praised with weekly cleaning services maintaining high standards throughout the property.

    Well-maintained property

    The villa and grounds are described as well-maintained with quality furnishings, creating a comfortable living environment.

    Spacious rooms

    Rooms are described as large and comfortable, providing adequate private space alongside communal areas.

    Rustic character

    One guest notes the property shows some age but frames this positively as adding to its unique, charming character.

    Key points

    Quiet location

    The property is consistently described as quiet and peacefully located in the mountains, providing an excellent environment for rest.

    No complaints

    Across all 100 reviews, there are zero mentions of sleep disruption, noise issues, uncomfortable beds, or any other sleep-related problems.
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    Work

    Main workspace
    Large community area for co-working with separate co-working space and dedicated Deep Work Space for focus or video calls (with noise cancelling headphones)
    Call spaces
    Dedicated Deep Work Space for focus or video calls with noise cancelling headphones
    Alternative workspaces
    Quiet garden corners and balconies with full WiFi and power, converted garage workspace with four extra workstations

    Equipment

    Monitors
    Personal monitor and cables available for a small fee, optional monitors available
    Ergonomic chairs
    Each room equipped with comfortable office chair and ergonomic chair
    Standing desks
    Coffee & tea

    Internet

    Fiber
    350/350 Mbps
    High speed fiber optic internet connection with download speeds over 350 Mbps and upload speeds over 350 Mbps (as of March 25)
    Wi-Fi coverage
    WiFi coverage throughout the property including all rooms, garden corners, balconies with full WiFi and power access

    Meals

    Community dinnerFrom time to time
    Optional community group dinners organized as shared experiences, part of the community living philosophy where everything is possible but nothing is expected
    BBQ nightFrom time to time
    Spontaneous BBQ nights organized as community activities in the garden area

    Groceries

    Hosts provide grocery help support to guests. Shared rental cars are available (used by 99% of guests) for transportation to shopping areas. Location is in Santo da Serra, Santa Cruz area, 15 minutes from Madeira Airport.

    Nearby vendors

    Local restaurant (10min drive)
    Snack Bar Juza in Santo da Serra offering rustic meat feasts, open Thursdays only
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    Activities

    After-work Hiking

    Daily guided hikes after work featuring off-the-beaten-path trails, hidden waterfalls, and secret spots known only to locals. Includes diverse options from easy levada walks to challenging mountain tours, with routes tailored to weather conditions and group preferences.

    89 mentions in reviews

    Group Dinners & Cooking Together

    Shared community dinners where guests cook and eat together, creating a family-like atmosphere. Includes collaborative meal preparation, sharing recipes, and enjoying communal dining experiences that foster deep connections among residents.

    47 mentions in reviews

    Poncha Bar Visits

    Group visits to traditional poncha bars to experience Madeira's signature drink made with local rum, honey, and lemon. Features the nearby local poncha bar and island tours to discover authentic drinking establishments.

    23 mentions in reviews

    Sunrise & Sunset Viewing

    Early morning and evening excursions to prime viewing locations including Pico do Arieiro for spectacular sunrise experiences and various sunset spots around the island. Often combined with hiking adventures.

    22 mentions in reviews

    Whale & Dolphin Watching

    Boat tours to observe whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, with high success rates due to Madeira's location as a 'gas station' for migrating marine mammals. Year-round opportunities to see various species.

    15 mentions in reviews

    Boat Tours & Excursions

    Joint boat excursions with fellow guests including whale watching tours, coastal exploration, and special events like New Year's Eve fireworks viewing from private speedboat.

    14 mentions in reviews

    Pizza Nights

    Community pizza-making sessions using the villa's stone pizza oven, combining cooking together with social bonding in a relaxed outdoor setting in the garden.

    13 mentions in reviews

    Game Nights & Entertainment

    Social gaming sessions including table tennis, card games like werewolf, darts, foosball, and other group activities that bring guests together for fun and bonding in the villa's game room and common areas.

    12 mentions in reviews

    Rooms

    Shared Twin Room

    Dorm bed
    2-person dorm

    Shared room with twin beds, desk, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, perfect hosts, joint activities. Two rooms available.

    Lux Room A

    Single bed
    Up to 1 guest

    Private room of the former landlady. Desk, single use, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, perfect hosts, joint activities.

    Lux Room B

    Single bed
    Up to 1 guest

    Second luxury room. Desk, single use, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, perfect hosts, joint activities.

    Single Room

    Single bed
    Up to 1 guest

    Twin room for single use on ground floor. Desk, single use, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, perfect hosts, joint activities.

    Sunrise Room

    Single bed
    Up to 1 guest

    Single room with double bed. Desk, double bed, single use, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, perfect hosts, joint activities.

    Backpacker Room

    Dorm bed
    2-person dorm

    Bunk bed room (max. 2 people total). Desk, twin use, large wardrobe, high-speed WiFi, sufficient workspace, towels, bed linen, helpful hosts, joint 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 da Serra, a rural area in the municipality of Santa Cruz on Madeira Island. The property features a 400 square meter villa with a huge 5000 square meter garden, positioned in a natural setting. The location is described as having the "Best Location in Nature" with access to unique sunsets. The area is 15 minutes from FNC Madeira Airport, making it easily accessible while maintaining a peaceful, nature-focused environment away from urban areas.

    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 appears to be available as rental cars are provided, though specific details about parking facilities are not specified

    Getting There

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

    FNC Madeira Airport

    €17.50
    1. Exit the airport and head to the taxi stand
    2. Take a taxi directly to the accommodation
    3. Journey time: approximately 15 minutes
    4. Cost: €17.50

    This is described as the easiest way to reach the accommodation from the airport.

    Policies

    Stay restrictions

    7 nights minimum

    Guest restrictions

    Pets not allowed

    No pet policy information available on the website

    Payment & cancellation policy

    Booking

    Prepayment (50%)

    50% deposit due at the time of booking

    90+ days
    before check-in

    Partial refund

    Up to 3 months before arrival: 50% of the total amount due

    60+ days
    before check-in

    Partial refund

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

    30+ days
    before check-in

    No refund

    From 1 month before arrival: 100% of the total amount due

    Check-in

    Payment (full)

    Remaining 50% must be paid in full no later than upon arrival

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