Villa Natura - Ecotourism

At the beach front line

Situated in a condominium by the Regional nature reserve Figueiral-Prainha of Santa Maria Island, in the Azores, the Villa Natura is a Rental House with 2 rooms completely optimized for sustainable tourism, having been awarded the prize "Miosotis Azores". This accommodation offers direct access to Praia Formosa.


Villa Natura is equipped with A and A + appliances and electrical equipment as well as lamps with LED technology and double windows with thermal cut-out, providing maximum optimization of the wood-burning stove heater. In addition, the property is covered with natural cork, equipped with solar water heating and waste separation containers, and photo voltaic panels for the production of electric energy.


Guests may prepare their own meals using the fully equipped kitchen and the property is surrounded by gardens allowing al fresco meals while contemplating the sea and the surrounding landscape. There is also a restaurant open all year round 300 meters away.


The nearby beach is a well-known surf spot with clear sand and warm waters. Santa Maria Airport is 6 km away.


We speak English, French, and Portuguese


Free use of kayaks, surf board, sup board, snorkeling equipment and fishing tackle directly from Villa Natura to the sea.


We support geocaching, with a GPS and instructions for free use.


Car and bike rental, fishing, boat trips, coastering and more, subject to reservations.