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Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island

Cottage in Lajes das Flores with kitchen and patio

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island (Faja Grande)
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Property grounds - Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island (Faja Grande)
Escape to O Palheiro, a cozy retreat built by local craftsmen in 2007. Enjoy the well-equipped galley kitchen and unwind in your private garden with BBQ overlooking the village down to the sea. Laundry facilities are available on request.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 319 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island

Built in 2007 by local craftsmen, O Palheiro belongs to resident British proprietors and is a small (19m2) air conditioned open plan studio apartment sleeping 1 or 2 in a double bed. There is a shower room and well equipped galley kitchen featuring gas hob, electric oven, fridge and microwave. Laundry facilities are available on request. Outside, there is a private garden with BBQ and views down over the village to the sea. Free wi-fi.

This property is "alojamento local" registered with the Camara Municipal of Lajes das Flores under Alvara de Registo No.01/13

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking available outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 205 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Space for 1 cot

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking available outside

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 121

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Faja Grande, Lajes das Flores

What's nearby

  • Reserva Florestal Natural do Morro Alto e Pico da Se - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Reserva Florestal Natural das Caldeiras Funda e Rasa - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Flores Island (FLW) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa do Rei - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Barraca Q’abana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loja José António R. Teodósio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Papadiamandis - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Maresia - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Reserva Florestal Natural das Caldeiras Funda e Rasa and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Reserva Florestal Natural do Morro Alto e Pico da Se. Corvo Caldera is 32 mi (51.5 km) away.

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Sea views over Europe's westmost village - Faja Grande, Flores Island Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Delightful

Quiet and cosy with good access to the village and the quiet life there. Ideal for the couple wNting peace and quiet but a car is important.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

smadar a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

I like it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anaïs C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neil nous a très bien accueillis et donné toutes les informations nécessaires concernant l’hébergement. Une vraie petite maison de poupée très fonctionnelle en pleine nature, un jardin luxuriant, une petite terrasse en étage avec vue sur l’océan. Un parking proche du logement. Parfait pour quelques jours à Flores !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles bestens

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in der gemütlichen Unterkunft genossen. Im Garten hat es hübsch geblüht- eine Wohltat. Wir haben Treppen gefunden, die auf das Dach geführt haben. Von dort aus hatten wir beim Frühstück einen wunderschönen Blich auf das Meer. Alles was wir gebraucht haben war vorhanden. Der Vermieter hat uns sehr nett eingewiesen; alles war unkomliziert. Restaurant, Meer, Bäcker, Wasserfälle,....,.. waren alle zu Fuß erreichbar. Wir können die Unterkunft absolut weiterempfehlen!Gerne
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carola R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein Traum von einer Insel

Super schön war es in der kleinen Wohnung.Egal welchen Wunsch wir hatten, er wurde uns erfüllt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kleines Häuschen in schönem Garten

Wir haben die Zeit im schönsten Ort der Insel, Faja Grande, sehr genossen. Netter Gastgeber, Natur pur. Abends mit dem Konzert der Gelbschnabel-Sturmtaucher, ein tollen Erlebnis.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöner Aufenthalt in Fajã Grande

Wir haben 4 schöne Tage in Fajã Grande verbracht. Die Unterkunft ist, wie auch in der Anzeige beschrieben, nicht sehr groß und etwas beengt. Vom oberen Freisitz hat man einen schönen Ausblick über Fajã Grande.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekte Unterkunft für Wanderer und Genießer

Wenn man sich in einem traditionellen, kleinen, liebevoll eingerichteten Basalthaus mit hübschen Garten wohlfühlt und abends einen kurzen Weg zum Strand mag, um den Sonnenuntergang zu genießen, ist man hier bestens aufgehoben und kann die Zeit vergessen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

pascal d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une semaine de bonheur !

Bonheur pour un séjour dans une ile remarquable, pour un logement idéalement situé pour visiter l'île et randonner, très bien agencé. En prime accueil super sympa du propriétaire

10/10 Excellent

Emilie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une bulle de verdure

La maison de Neil est toute petite, mais si mignonne... rangements, équipements, produits de première nécessité... rien ne manque et tout est parfaitement pensé. Le jardin, magnifique, invite à la détente. Bref... on s'y sent bien et on n'a qu'une envie : revenir !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sven D., Bremen

Kleines Haus für Großartige Tage...

Sehr schön gelegenes kleines Haus im Garten...ruhig gelegen. Das HAus ist komplett und sehr liebevoll eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Neil, der Vermieter war jederzeit ansprechbar für Fragen und Wünsche. Wir können das Haus nur empfehlen. Auf jeden Fall werden wir wieder kommen... Sven und Radek
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Charming place on a charming island

Having spent a few days in O Palheiro I may only confirm that it is a perfect place to stay in when exploring Flores island. It's comfortable, well designed, located on the more convenient site of the island, and Neil and Carol are always helpful with plenty of local knowledge. Recommended for sure!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Your own paradise...

We`ve stayed at this place for 4 days only but it`s enough to fall in love with it. In spite of weather surprises we get used to wake up with birds singing and enjoy breakfast in our private garden (thanks to Carol - it looked just amazing). Cottage has everything for staying 2 persons and Neil and his wife were very friendly and helpful. I`ll be happy to come back to the same place again!

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022