Hortensia Family Apartment in São Miguel, Azores

Family & kids

• 🛁 Baby bath (by request).

• 👶 Crib.

• 🧑‍🍼 Babysitter recommendations.

Outdoor & beach

• 🌿 Backyard.

• 🍽️ Outdoor dining area.

• 🪑 Outdoor furniture.

• 🌞 Sun loungers.

• 🔥 Fire pit.

• 🏖️ Beach essentials.

• 🔥🍖 BBQ grill.

• 🍴 Barbecue utensils.

• 🌿🏊 Natural swimming pond

• 🌞🛏️ Sunbeds

• 🧘🌅 Yoga deck

The Hydrangea/Hortensia apartment at Quinta São Roque is a welcoming, self-catering base for exploring São Miguel—perfect for couples, small families, or anyone seeking a relaxed island rhythm. Named for the stunning hydrangeas that bloom throughout summer, filling the island with blues, pinks, and purples. Our peaceful retreat sits just five minutes from Ponta Delgada while remaining perfectly positioned for day trips in every direction.

The apartment
Comfortable, light-filled, and thoughtfully equipped, the one-bedroom apartment (65 m²) offers flexible sleeping for 2–5 guests. The bedroom features a queen bed and a single bed; a queen sofa bed in the living room provides extra sleeping space. Soft linens, blackout blinds, and an ensuite shower—stocked with shampoo, shower gel, and a hairdryer—ensure restful nights. Fresh towels are provided, with mid-stay changes available upon request (every 5 days).

The full kitchen is equipped with a cooktop, oven, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, and every utensil you need to prepare simple breakfasts, picnic lunches, or relaxed dinners at home. A dedicated workspace with high-speed Wi‑Fi (200 Mbps) works well for remote work or catching up on emails, while a smart TV and our collection of 65+ board games offer indoor entertainment on quieter days. A washer and drying rack make longer stays easy.

Location & nearby attractions
São Roque’s central location is one of the best parts: you’re only five minutes from Ponta Delgada (the island’s capital, with restaurants, markets, and shops), yet surrounded by nature and close to sandy beaches like Praia do Pópulo and Praia das Milícias—ideal for a quick swim or a sunset walk. From here, São Miguel’s highlights are within easy reach: Lagoa do Fogo (25 minutes), Caldeira das Sete Cidades (30 minutes), and Furnas (35 minutes).

Garden and Outdoor Living, Natural Swimming Pond

Guests can enjoy Quinta São Roque’s shared 1,000 m² garden, with our natural swimming pool, outdoor dining areas, a barbecue, sunbeds and quiet places to read or enjoy a morning coffee. The garden is planted with seasonal flowers and subtropical greenery, creating a calm place to return to after exploring São Miguel. The outdoor area also includes a fire pit for relaxed evenings. An outdoor massage professional may be available by request; please ask us before your stay for availability and pricing.

Family-friendly touches
Traveling with a baby or small child is simpler with a crib available, plus a high chair, baby utensils, and a baby bath you can request ahead of time. Babysitter recommendations are also available if you’d like help planning a date night or a quieter evening.

Your hosts
We live on-site at Quinta São Roque and are always here if you have questions or want recommendations—restaurants, trails, best swimming spots, waterfalls, or practical tips for planning your days. We’re happy to welcome you personally at check-in, chat about your plans, and help you make the most of São Miguel.

Kitchen & dining

• 🍽️ Kitchen.

• 🧊 Refrigerator.

• ❄️ Freezer.

• ♨️ Stove.

• 🔥 Oven.

• 🍽️ Dining table.

• 🍽️ Dishes & silverware.

• 🍳 Cooking basics (pots & pans, oil, salt & pepper).

• 🧁 Baking sheet.

• 🍞 Toaster.

• ♨️ Microwave.

• 🫖 Hot water kettle.

• ☕ Coffee maker.

• ☕ Coffee.

• 🍷 Wine glasses.

Parking & safety

• 🅿️ Free street parking.

• 🧯 Fire extinguisher.

• 🩹 First aid kit.

Extras

• 📚 Books & reading material.

• ✅ Essentials (towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper).

• 🌅 Patio or balcony (shared).

Living & comfort

• 📺 TV.

• 📶 Wifi.

• 🧑‍💻 Dedicated workspace.

• 🚪 Private entrance.

• 🌙 Room-darkening shades.

• 🧺 Clothing storage.

• 🛏️ Bed linens.

• 🛌 Extra pillows & blankets.

Bathroom & laundry

• 💨 Hair dryer.

• 🧴 Shampoo.

• 🧼 Shower gel.

• 🧽 Cleaning products.

• 🧺 Washer.

• 🧺 Drying rack for clothing.

• 🧼🧺 Laundromat nearby.

• 🧺 Iron.

Living & Dining & Kitchen

Bedroom & Bathroom

Outdoor areas

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Book your stay at Hortensia Apartment and enjoy comfort and charm.

Book Hortensia directly through Quinta São Roque for our best available direct price and secure online payment via Stripe. You can review our Terms and Conditions before confirming your reservation. Prefer to book through Airbnb? Hortensia is also available there. We are happy to welcome guests whichever booking method they choose.

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