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quiet secluded and yet central, the perfect family holiday

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Interior
TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Ribeira Grande, Azores
  • Place, Caldeira Velha
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Monte Verde Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Museu Casa do Arcano
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ponta Delgada (PDL-Joao Paulo II)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Property grounds
Quinta de Santana
Ribeira Grande
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 185 reviews
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Quinta de Santana

About the area

Ribeira Grande

Located in Ribeira Grande, this apartment is by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Igreja do Espírito Santo and Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Estrela. .This family-friendly apartment is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Ponta Delgada Harbour and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Caldeira Velha.
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What's nearby

  • Igreja do Espírito Santo - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Caldeira Velha - 3 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Monte Verde Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Estrelas - 4 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Museu Casa do Arcano - 4 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galp - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Lectus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante da Associação Agricola de São Miguel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buffet Paladar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

quiet secluded and yet central, the perfect family holiday

Enjoy the holiday in the middle of the Azores archipelago, the central location of Ribeira Grande is the ideal starting point for all activities on the island.

Quinta Velha offers a total of 3 self-catering apartments.
"Casa Lea-Sophie" is located on the 1st Floor with separate entrance. It is a lovingly furnished apartment with a wood-burning stove, which ensures a good indoor climate in winter. It offers 4 separate bedrooms with 2 separate bedrooms. The open kitchen and living area with TV and free Wi-Fi, offers enough space for preparing meals and a cozy get-together.
"Casa Moritz" offers the same equipment as the apartment just described and can also be heated. It is located on high ground floor with direct access to the garden and a beautiful view to Lagoa do Fogo.
"Casa Mitchi" is Paterre with separate entrance and mostly fantastic sea views. At about 70sqm there is a modern, spacious living and dining area. Also includes a spacious bedroom with double bed and a bathroom with shower, BD, toilet and vanity.

In the vicinity there are shops, restaurants, museums, golf course and a riding stable. The capital Ponta Delgada, which is about 20 km away, offers many cultural events and sights, as well as the opportunity for whale and dolphin watching. Of course hikers, divers and fishermen will also get their money's worth.

The associated garden with barbecue, garden furniture and pool is available for free use for our guests. Fruit trees, hydrangeas and much more, invites you to linger.
Included in the price are:
• towels for bathroom and kitchen
• Sheets
• Grill
• Garden furniture
• WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS
• TV

A rental car is recommended during the stay

Apartment with fantastic sea view. Casa Mitchi is located on the ground floor with a separate entrance and stunning sea views. The spacious apartment offers guests a modern kitchenette with all necessary appliances, a dining table with 4 upholstered chairs, a cozy living area with TV and WIFI, a bedroom with double bed, chest of drawers and wardrobe and a spacious bathroom with shower cubicle, washbasin, bidet and WC.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Rauchen ist nur im Außenbereich gestattet

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,238 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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: Kinderfreundlich

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: nicht gestattet
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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 588

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Apartment

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Ribeira Grande

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Apartment

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Ribeira Grande

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Apartment

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday Ribeira Grande

Quiet Secluded yet Central Perfect Family Holiday

Quiet Secluded yet Central the Perfect Family Holiday

Quiet Secluded yet Central the Perfect Family Holiday

quiet secluded and yet central, the perfect family holiday Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melynda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and quiet garden setting

The apartment is large with 2 private balconies with wonderful views of the town and ocean. Marion did everything to make us feel at home. They have lots of (quiet and friendly) animals, which was a great bonus because we really enjoyed them. There are spectacular views from every direction. It's located close to the town and highway, so it's easy to get anywhere on the island. Also, there's a beautiful beach 5 minutes away. The house is situated on park-like grounds and they've provided a safe and fun setting for small children. I can't think of anything else that we could want!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Destination

Hosts were very accomodating , helpful, and kind. The rental was gorgeous and the views outstandimg! We had an awesome experience at this property, felt liie home.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin E., Dublin, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

We stayed at three places on Sao Miguel and this was by far the best. If we could have extended our stay here we would have! The apartment was spacious and beautiful and our hosts were so kind and helpful with everything. Ribeira Grande is a great central location to explore everywhere on the island. This home feels like you are a million miles from everywhere at the end of the day which makes it so relaxing. But you are five minutes from the grocery, beaches, restaurants… Don’t think twice about staying here-you won’t regret it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Home Base

Our family of four, including two adult children, really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean, quiet and comfortable. The location is convenient to all attractions on Sao Miguel. For us it was the perfect home base from which to launch all of our adventures.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Azores getaway

Great property, excellent hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laureen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short but sweet

Marion was a delight, giving us a tour of Ribeira Grande on our arrival so we would be sure to know where all the key places were (grocery store, beaches, etc.). She also recommended going into Ponta Delgada on our night of arrival for a Christmas celebration. Though we were tired and would normally have stayed in, we took her advice and were so happy we did! Fabulous night out, the city centre was lit up so beautifully and was heaving but felt very relaxed and the live music was lovely. Ribeira Grande is a lovely town and the property was well placed for visiting. Though you are right by the town it is rural in feeling with a bevy of animals (dogs, cats, chickens, ducks & horses) to enjoy. Many thanks for an enjoyable short stay! Next time we will definitely come for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

christina c., Stamford

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful family stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The apartment was spotless, recently renovated and had all of the tools we needed for family meals and entertainment. The property is perfect for animal lovers with horses, friendly dogs, cats, chickens, goats and more all kept tidy and healthy and in their respective places. The property is in Ribeira Grande (a great central location for exploring the island) minutes from a supermarket but as it is at the end of a long drive you are surrounded by cornfields, hills and beautiful views Of the ocean and mountains. The hosts were very welcoming, warm and helpful and always on property to assist. Thank you for the great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

c l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay at Casa Mitchi

Such a nice stay at Quinta Velha with Marion and the Schmitz family. The house is set on a gentle rise just at the southern edge of town. They have a beautifully well cared for farm landscape set apart from the other homes in the area, gentle animals, stunning sunset views of the north western shore looking toward Santo Antonio, and behind the house a dramatic view of the rise to Lagoa do Fogo. When we arrived, Marion was very warm and generous to give us a tour of the grounds, and also a quick drive around town to find the best local spots to visit for the rest of our stay in Ribeira Grande. They made us feel so welcome and at home. The apartment is handsome, clean, spacious, well appointed and modern. Everything that you need for a comfortable stay. We look forward to our return and will be sure to recommend Quinta Velha to our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dino R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es war alles so, wie in der Beschreibung abgebildet. Die Kommunikation im Vorfeld war ideal uns vorzubereiten. Es hat alles einwandfrei und flexibel funktioniert. Unsere Gastgeberin hat uns herzlich empfangen und wir hatten wunderbare Gespräche mit ihr. Sie gab uns unzählige viele Tipps, welche wir nutzen konnten. Die Unterkunft - unsere zweite Wohlfühlheimat - war in jedem Sinne passend. Vielen Dank Marion für die schöne Zeit mit dir und deinem Refugium. Es grüsst Evi, Dino, Matteo, Colin
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute Empfehlung

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen! Die Ferienwohnung war super ausgestattet, der Meerblick toll und Marion hatte super Tipps für die Umgebung.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gerne wieder!!

Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Urlaub in der Quinta Velha! Insbesondere dank der Tipps von Marion konnten wir auf unseren mitgebrachten Reiseführer getrost verzichten.Auf Grund unserer späten Anreise nahmen wir das Angebot eines ersten Einkaufs danbar an. Die Ausstattung war mehr als ausreichend und die Ferienwohnung war sehr sauber. Die Lage war ideal für Ausflüge in alle Richtungen der Insel. Wir waren bestimmt nicht zum letzten mal dort!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Auszeit

Wunderschöne Ferienwohnung, mit einer Bauernhof/Gartenanlage, ruhig , wunderschöne Aussicht auf den Atlantik. Sehr nette Gastgeber, immer ansprechbar, hilfsbereit, geben einem viele Tipps für Unternehmungen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Vielen Dank Marion und Dieter
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik B., Schöneiche bei Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness

Gastgeber mit Herz und Seele

Die Kontaktaufnahme war vorbildlich. Aufkommende Fragen wurden schnell und umfassend beantwortet, dazu gab es noch einige hilfreiche Tipps hinsichtlich Ausrüstung und möglicher Aktivitäten. Das Haus ist in einem sehr gepflegtem Zustand. Wir hatten das Apartment "Casa Vista do Mar". Es bietet viel Platz, hat hohe holzvertäfelte Decken, so dass man auch bei schlechtem Wetter gern im Haus bleibt. Zudem gibt es zwei Terrassen, mit tollem Blick über die Bucht und auf das Meer. Die Vermieter sind vorbildliche Gastgeber, immer ansprechbar und um das Wohl ihrer Gäste bemüht. Sie kennen die Insel sehr gut und hatten mehr Tipps für Aktivitäten, als wir Zeit hatten. Ganz besonders wichtig war für uns der Hinweis, an wen wir uns an einem Sonntag Abend in einem medizinischen Notfall wenden können. Nicht unerwähnt lassen möchte ich auch, dass sie während eines kurzen aber heftigen Unwetters, mit Blitzeinschlag in der näheren Umgebung, mitten in der Nacht bereits Schäden beseitigt haben, so dass am nächsten Tag wieder alles funktionierte. Wir empfehlen die Gastgeber und das Objekt auch unseren Freunden und würden auch wiederkommen.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anton E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ruhige Ferienwohnung mit klasse Aussicht.

Die Ferienwohnung liegt in ruhiger Lage, ist großzügig geschnitten und umgeben von Feldern. Zur Verfügung stehen kostenloses Internet, ein Pool im Garten, Parken am Haus und klasse Aussicht. Die Eigentümer Marion und Dieter, stehen gerne für Fragen zur Verfügung. Auch das Einchecken um 24 Uhr war ohne Probleme möglich und ein Plausch ist immer möglich.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super accueil, calme et emplacement idéal sur Saô Miguel

Trés bon accueil. Compte tenu de notre arrivée tardive la propriétaire avait proposé de nous faire quelque course. Le lendemain petite visite rapide de Ribeira Grande pour trouver le supermarché, la plage, et les restos recommandés. L'emplacement est idéal et permet de rayonner facilement dans l'île. Sur les hauteurs de Ribeira Grande, au calme, avec champ en premier plan, la vue sur la mer et le coucher de soleil. Grand appartement confortable pour deux personnes. Bref, c'était parfait.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rolf-Dieter S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super-Urlaub in Quinta Velha, Casa Mitchi im Juni 2019

Die Ferienwohnung ist hervorragend ausgestattet und Teil eines großen Landgutes mit Pferden am Ortsrand von Ribeira Grande. Bei den Besitzern haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt, mit Ratschlägen bereits vor der Anreise und Empfehlungen während des Urlaubs. Besonders schön ist die wunderbar ruhige Lage des Anwesens. Mit dem Auto sind es nur wenige Minuten zu Restaurants, Sehenswürdigkeiten und zum berühmten Strand von Santa Barbara. Wir können die Quinta Velha wärmstens empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Heike N.

Ruhige Anlage. Sehr nette Vermit

Sehr ruhig. Alles da WS man braucht
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tanja O., Frankfurt am Main

Urlaub bei Freunden

Nicht nur Sao Miguel ist eine Reise wert. Auch der Aufenthalt bei Familie Schmitz ist es: Der Empfang ist so herzlich, dass man sich sofort zu Hause fühlt und das Gefühl hat, man sei bei Freunden zu Besuch. Die Wohnung (wir waren im Casa Mitchi) erfüllt alle Urlauberwünsche, ist modern eingerichtet und sauber. Auch die Lage ist optimal: Von hier lässt sich die gesamte Insel wunderbar erkunden – gleichzeitig hat man in Ribeira Grande alles vor Ort, was man für einen perfekten Urlaub braucht. Wir haben uns auf Sao Miguel und bei Familie Schmitz sehr wohl gefühlt und bedanken uns für die schöne Zeit.