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Sustainable Coliving Oasis with Ocean Views in Paim - Arrifes
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9 bedrooms
6 bathrooms
1,000 m2
249↓ / 44↑ Mbps
Minimum stay: 1 month
16 beds
Couples allowed
LGBTQ+ friendly
Lower the cost of living, reduce your carbon footprint, and improve the overall quality of your life – come to the Portuguese islands in the middle of the mighty Atlantic to live and work with inspiring like-minded people from all over the world! Our traditional Azorean family house welcomes you to a unique experience of sustainable community living and beautiful indoor workspaces with ocean views and breathtaking natural surroundings. It is all just a 15-minute walk from the city center of Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island. The following amenities and services are included:
- Chill out and dining area.
- Cleaning (all rooms and common areas).
- Coworking.
- Fast WiFi.
- Kitchen.
- Meeting room.
- Skype room.
- Washer.
- BBQ.
- Bikes.
- Cable TV.
- Dryer.
- Hair-dryer.
- Heating.
- Iron.
- Linen.
- Outdoor space.
- Parking (on property).
- Projector.
- Soap.
- Swimming pool.
- Terrace.
- Toilet paper.
- Towels.
- Wheelchair friendly.
- Yoga.
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Amenities
BBQ area
Balcony
Bicycles
Cable TV
Chill-out area
Common area cleaning
Dining area
Dishwasher
Dryer
Rooms
Compare privacy, workspace, and exact pricing before you request to stay.
You will be sharing this coliving with up to 15 people.
Private rooms
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View all photos2 rooms · Single occupancy
Single Room - Single bed
Private room · 11 m² · Shared bathroom
Bed linens & pillows
Bedroom door lock
Desk workspace
WiFi
Available from October 1From US$563 /month -
View all photos2 rooms · Couple-friendly
Double Type 2 - Queen bed
Private room · 17 m² · Shared bathroom
Bed linens & pillows
Bedroom door lock
Desk workspace
WiFi
Available from October 1From US$645 /month -
View all photos3 rooms · Couple-friendly
Double Type 1 - Queen bed
Private room · 30 m² · Private bathroom
Bed linens & pillows
Bedroom door lock
Desk workspace
WiFi
Available from October 1From US$783 /month
Shared rooms
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View all photos2 beds · Separated
Bed in a 2-bed gender separated room - Twin bed
Shared room · 26 m² · Shared bathroom
Bed linens & pillows
Bedroom door lock
Desk workspace
WiFi
Available from October 1From US$461 /month -
View all photosSeparated
Bed in a 2-bed gender separated room - Twin bed
Shared room · 18 m² · Shared bathroom
Bed linens & pillows
Bedroom door lock
Desk workspace
WiFi
Available from October 1From US$461 /month
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Payment summary
Monthly rent
Due on approval
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(Paid directly to the host upon arrival)
No charge before host approval
We will only charge the amount shown for today when you confirm.
Community
People who care for sustainability and respect the local community. We started in November 2021, to offer a unique coliving and coworking experience to all kinds of professionals working remotely: artists, writers, journalists, creative thinkers, designers, content producers, social media managers, developers, and many more. It’s fully equipped and suitable for the needs of permanent digital nomads, but also for the needs of environmentally cautious or even just sustainability-curious freelancers, couples, or groups who would like to stir up their working routine with a month or longer workation, where you can cultivate and adopt eco-friendly and healthier habits.
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A good fit for
Digital nomads
Nature lovers
Remote workers
Students
Resident age range
Resident mix
Community events & activities
Community dinners
Cultural outings
Game nights
Movie nights
Music instruments
Social events
Walking tours
Where you'll stay
Quinta do Bom Despacho (Paim - Arrifes), Ponta Delgada
You'll see the exact address after booking is confirmed.
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Schools
University of the Azores
2.4 km · 33 mins
Restaurants
Xitaka
0.3 km · 4 mins
Shops
Continente Modelo Ponta Delgada
1.0 km · 14 mins
Cafes
Snack Bar PAIM
0.6 km · 9 mins
About Paim - Arrifes
Our neighborhood has good access both to the airport (5 minutes drive) and the main road which connects with other roads to visit the Island. Big supermarkets and shopping malls are 12 minutes walking distance and we have coffee/bakery/pastry shops, restaurants, pharmacies, and ATM machines just around the corner.
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Coliving Score
4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 39 reviews
Summary is AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.
Quick Take
Top strengths
- • Supportive, social community and active residents communication.
- • Helpful, responsive hosts and flexible management.
- • Reliable WiFi and multiple indoor/outdoor workspaces.
- • Well‑equipped communal kitchen and access to fresh produce.
- • Attractive gardens and spacious shared areas enhancing quality of stay.
Could be better
- • A review (Nov 2024) noted the site lacks professional coworking chairs and monitors for dedicated work.
Key points
Supportive, friendly community
Residents consistently mention a friendly, supportive community and frequent social interaction among long‑term residents.
Organized group communication
Several reviews highlight an active group WhatsApp that facilitates rides, events, and residents coordination.
Key points
On-site activities and workshops
Reviews frequently note yoga classes and workshops available to residents during multiweek stays.
Key points
Helpful, responsive hosts
Multiple residents describe hosts and staff as very helpful, responsive, and solution oriented.
Flexible, accommodating management
There is repeated mention of flexibility, including a full refund after a last‑minute cancellation.
Key points
Clean rooms and bathrooms
Residents commonly refer to clean bedrooms and bathrooms maintained during extended stays.
Well‑kept grounds and aesthetics
Feedback indicates pleasant gardens, orchard, and maintained outdoor areas enhancing the property atmosphere.
Key points
Comfortable bedrooms and mattresses
Several reviews highlight spacious bedrooms with comfortable mattresses and satisfactory in‑room amenities.
Key points
Reliable WiFi connectivity
Residents consistently mention reliable WiFi that supported remote work during multiweek stays.
Multiple indoor and outdoor workspaces
Several reviews highlight various interior and exterior work areas used by remote workers.
Areas to Improve
Limited coworking infrastructure
A review (Nov 2024) noted the site lacks professional coworking chairs and monitors for dedicated work.
Key points
Well‑equipped communal kitchen
Reviews frequently note a well‑equipped communal kitchen that residents regularly use for shared cooking.
Access to fresh produce
Several residents describe collecting fresh eggs and vegetables each morning for breakfast preparation.
Key points
Pleasant outdoor spaces and amenities
Reviews point to attractive gardens, a pond, hammock areas, and a wood‑fired pizza oven.
Spacious shared living areas
Available reviews indicate roomy shared spaces that accommodated groups and relaxed socializing.
Key points
Convenient airport proximity
Several reviews highlight the property's convenient location near the airport and main road access.
Access to nature and trails
Residents commonly refer to easy access to hiking, waterfalls, and abundant surrounding natural scenery.
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Things to know
House rules
• Move-in after: 15:00
• Minimum stay: 1 month
• Minimum age: 18
• Parking: Parking Lot/Garage (Free)
• Children allowed
• No indoor smoking
• Quiet hours after 10 PM
Home details
• Energy-efficient appliances
• Energy-efficient lighting (LED)
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit
• Food composting
• Gated property
• Low-flow showers
• Low-flow toilets
• Recycling program
• Reduced plastic usage
• Smart thermostats
• Solar panels
• Water dispensers
Frequently Asked Questions
Inside your room, you're entitled to your own-totally privacy.
The room you will be assigned might differ slightly from the photos but will match the room type. You are booking a room/bed by type, not a specific unit.
You don´t need to tour the property, and here is why:
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- If anything is unclear, you can easily reach out to the property by clicking "Contact host" and ask for more details. Make sure your questions are not already covered in the description or the FAQ section.
- Coliving.com makes sure the coliving property is as advertised, by only sending any money to the operator 24h after you have successfully moved in.
- If the property substantially differ from what is advertiser, you report it to us and we will help you find another place.
- Properties on Coliving.com have pictures and a clear description of the community, rooms, and common areas. Most of them also have 3D or video tours.
- Restricting viewings provide equal opportunities for everyone, whether you are a local or live abroad. Plus, it preserves the privacy of our coliving communities.
- If anything is unclear, you can easily reach out to the property by clicking "Contact host" and ask for more details. Make sure your questions are not already covered in the description or the FAQ section.
- Coliving.com makes sure the coliving property is as advertised, by only sending any money to the operator 24h after you have successfully moved in.
- If the property substantially differ from what is advertiser, you report it to us and we will help you find another place.
We have 3 cats that we save during the lockdown, but we do not accept pets from guests.
Yes, couples are allowed. If you stay in double type 1 or 2 rooms you can split the rent with a friend.
4 different indoor work areas plus the outdoors.
Other remote workers or digital nomads.
Once you’ve been accepted and confirmed your ideal moving-in date, the host will be there to welcome you to your new home. They will help you settle in your room, show you around the space, and introduce you to the other community members. Once we’ve answered your questions, you will be given time to get settled and make yourself at home.
If the accommodation is not suitable, please contact the staff on arrival and they will do their best to find a mutually agreeable solution.
You can cancel free of charge before you pay. After payment, the listing's cancellation policy applies.
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You may book a shorter stay first and then extend once you know more about your needs subject to availability.
We do not ask for a security deposit
You can drink alcohol responsibly and without disturbing the other co-livers.
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You can cancel free of charge before you pay. After payment, the listing's cancellation policy applies.
If the accommodation is not suitable, please contact the staff on arrival and they will do their best to find a mutually agreeable solution.
The room you will be assigned might differ slightly from the photos but will match the room type. You are booking a room/bed by type, not a specific unit.
You may book a shorter stay first and then extend once you know more about your needs subject to availability.
Once you’ve been accepted and confirmed your ideal moving-in date, the host will be there to welcome you to your new home. They will help you settle in your room, show you around the space, and introduce you to the other community members. Once we’ve answered your questions, you will be given time to get settled and make yourself at home.
You don´t need to tour the property, and here is why:
- Properties on Coliving.com have pictures and a clear description of the community, rooms, and common areas. Most of them also have 3D or video tours.
- Restricting viewings provide equal opportunities for everyone, whether you are a local or live abroad. Plus, it preserves the privacy of our coliving communities.
- If anything is unclear, you can easily reach out to the property by clicking "Contact host" and ask for more details. Make sure your questions are not already covered in the description or the FAQ section.
- Coliving.com makes sure the coliving property is as advertised, by only sending any money to the operator 24h after you have successfully moved in.
- If the property substantially differ from what is advertiser, you report it to us and we will help you find another place.
- Properties on Coliving.com have pictures and a clear description of the community, rooms, and common areas. Most of them also have 3D or video tours.
- Restricting viewings provide equal opportunities for everyone, whether you are a local or live abroad. Plus, it preserves the privacy of our coliving communities.
- If anything is unclear, you can easily reach out to the property by clicking "Contact host" and ask for more details. Make sure your questions are not already covered in the description or the FAQ section.
- Coliving.com makes sure the coliving property is as advertised, by only sending any money to the operator 24h after you have successfully moved in.
- If the property substantially differ from what is advertiser, you report it to us and we will help you find another place.
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