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10 / 10
Near perfect stay in a great location on amazing Porto Santo!
The property was spacious and well laid out. It had all the necessary furnishings and extras. It was very comfortable, has an amazing view and is only a short walk to the village center and beach.
The wifi coverage on the upper floor wasn’t so good.
1 / 10
Lost €500,- for 0 nights
The villa has potential thanks to its beautiful location and lovely garden, but in its current condition it is not suitable for a multi-night stay.
Here you go:
We booked this villa for 11 nights (23 March – 3 April 2026) with a small group of 3 adults. Upon arrival, we decided to leave and not spend a single night. The combination of multiple issues made the property unsuitable for our stay.
Why we left immediately
At the front door, a large, worn and dirty mat was blocking the door, making it barely possible to open upon arrival. Not a pleasant welcome.
At first glance, the property appeared to have been cleaned, but on closer inspection it had only been cleaned superficially. The living room also had a musty smell, which immediately made the prospect of staying there unpleasant.
There was only one small sofa in the living room where three adults could barely sit together. For a villa marketed as suitable for multiple guests, this is completely insufficient seating. We could not relax comfortably at all. There was a table with some wooden chairs, but that is no substitute for proper living room seating.
The property was very cold upon arrival and there was no form of heating whatsoever. As a solution, the host pointed to some old woollen blankets that were already present in the villa — and that gave no fresh feeling. This is not an acceptable alternative to basic heating.
The bathrooms were outdated and did not match the expectations set by the listing.
The beds were hard, uncomfortable and not suitable for a longer stay.
How the situation was handled
We contacted both the host and Booking.com to request a refund, as we demonstrably did not use the property. The host withheld €510.85 as ‘cancellation fees’, even though this was not a voluntary cancellation. Booking.com was unable to resolve the dispute. We ultimately lost approximately €500 for a stay of 0 nights.
9 / 10
Great view and outdoors
We were looking for a place with a great view, and this house immediately caught our eye. It’s super spacious, with a fantastic outdoor area that kept our 2-year-old happily entertained. The sunrise view was an unexpected bonus! We had an issue with the coffee machine, but the hosts were incredibly helpful and replaced it — even on a Sunday! Check-in and check-out were both very easy. The location was perfect, just a short drive to Vila Baleira, the supermarket, playground, and beach. Though to be fair, the island is small — everything is just a quick car ride away.
The décor is outdated, but we knew that in advance from the photos. We didn’t use the shower in the downstairs bathroom, as it seemed the curtain wouldn’t hold the water well and might make a mess. But since we were just two adults and a baby, the upstairs bathroom was more than enough. If the owners ever consider renovating, this house could easily become a premium stay! The location, views, and space are already perfect. As suggestions, see-through railings around the garden would make it easier to enjoy the views from the lounge chairs or hammock, and a better railing on the upstairs balcony would make it safer for families with small children.
9 / 10
Great Villa, we really liked it.
The location was good if you have a car, on foot not so good. The balcony in the bedroom was wonderful.
The Kitchen was very bare minimum and the sofa bed was not good. Our two children just about managedbut it was abit broken and didn’t fold down properly
The property was spacious and well laid out. It had all the necessary furnishings and extras. It was very comfortable, has an amazing view and is only a short walk to the village center and beach.
The wifi coverage on the upper floor wasn’t so good.
9 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
We were looking for a place with a great view, and this house immediately caught our eye. It’s super spacious, with a fantastic outdoor area that kept our 2-year-old happily entertained. The sunrise view was an unexpected bonus! We had an issue with the coffee machine, but the hosts were incredibly helpful and replaced it — even on a Sunday! Check-in and check-out were both very easy. The location was perfect, just a short drive to Vila Baleira, the supermarket, playground, and beach. Though to be fair, the island is small — everything is just a quick car ride away.
The décor is outdated, but we knew that in advance from the photos. We didn’t use the shower in the downstairs bathroom, as it seemed the curtain wouldn’t hold the water well and might make a mess. But since we were just two adults and a baby, the upstairs bathroom was more than enough. If the owners ever consider renovating, this house could easily become a premium stay! The location, views, and space are already perfect. As suggestions, see-through railings around the garden would make it easier to enjoy the views from the lounge chairs or hammock, and a better railing on the upstairs balcony would make it safer for families with small children.
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Heel mooi vakantiehuis op een plek met prachtig uitzicht! Fijne faciliteiten in het huisje. Op loopafstand van centrum met restaurantjes en strand. Een aanrader voor aantal nachten. Wij verbleven hier 6 nachten met veel plezier.
Huisje was op het oog schoon en netjes maar op slaapkamer vloer troffen we meerdere lange zwarte haren. Minder prettig.
"The property was spacious and well laid out. It had all the necessary furnishings and extras. It was very comfortable, has an amazing view and is only a short walk to the village center and beach."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this house rental
Spacious Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Outdoor Cooking
Fire extinguisher
Map of Vila Baleira
Ratings and reviews
8.7 / 10
Excellent(48 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
Vrijstaande villa.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
The property was spacious and well laid out. It had all the necessary furnishings and extras. It was very comfortable, has an amazing view and is only a short walk to the village center and beach.
The wifi coverage on the upper floor wasn’t so good.
9 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
We were looking for a place with a great view, and this house immediately caught our eye. It’s super spacious, with a fantastic outdoor area that kept our 2-year-old happily entertained. The sunrise view was an unexpected bonus! We had an issue with the coffee machine, but the hosts were incredibly helpful and replaced it — even on a Sunday! Check-in and check-out were both very easy. The location was perfect, just a short drive to Vila Baleira, the supermarket, playground, and beach. Though to be fair, the island is small — everything is just a quick car ride away.
The décor is outdated, but we knew that in advance from the photos. We didn’t use the shower in the downstairs bathroom, as it seemed the curtain wouldn’t hold the water well and might make a mess. But since we were just two adults and a baby, the upstairs bathroom was more than enough. If the owners ever consider renovating, this house could easily become a premium stay! The location, views, and space are already perfect. As suggestions, see-through railings around the garden would make it easier to enjoy the views from the lounge chairs or hammock, and a better railing on the upstairs balcony would make it safer for families with small children.
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Heel mooi vakantiehuis op een plek met prachtig uitzicht! Fijne faciliteiten in het huisje. Op loopafstand van centrum met restaurantjes en strand. Een aanrader voor aantal nachten. Wij verbleven hier 6 nachten met veel plezier.
Huisje was op het oog schoon en netjes maar op slaapkamer vloer troffen we meerdere lange zwarte haren. Minder prettig.
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8.7Excellent
(48 Ratings)
"The property was spacious and well laid out. It had all the necessary furnishings and extras. It was very comfortable, has an amazing view and is only a short walk to the village center and beach."
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