Overview
Traditional Azorean hospitality with a modern ethos
White Suites and Villas sits perched at a cliff edge on the island of São Miguel with panoramic views out of almost every window across the blue Atlantic.
Traditional architecture meets contemporary minimalism in a chic blend of whitewashed walls, polished concrete floors, raw wood and natural fabrics. Nine suites can be found split between the original 18th century building and modern extension, while the Villa is a private sanctuary with its own pool and secluded clifftop position. Across the road, La Maison is an exclusive use four-bedroom retreat spread over 400m² with its own gardens, swimming pool and croquet field.
São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago, renowned for its dramatic volcanic scenery, lush flora and rich marine life, all ripe for exploration with a wide range of experiences and activities.
Facts
At a glance
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Nine suits and two private villas
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Restaurant and bar
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Swimming pool
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Chauffeured motor launch
Experiences
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Explore the island
Discover São Miguel's rugged interior on hikes, horse rides and bike rides. Canyoning can also be arranged
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Whale watching
The Azores is one of the world's best whale-watching destinations. In May and June, blue, sei, fin and humpback whales pass by on their annual migration to North Atlantic. Resident sperm whales, pilot whales and orca are frequently seen year-round along with several species of dolphin.
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Lagoa do Fogo
Lagoa do Fogo, the Lagoon of Fire, is a crater lake in the center of the island and one of it's most famous vistas.
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Surfing
Santa Bárbara is one of the best beaches in the Azores to practice Surf. The ocean that surrounds the islands allows the formation of waves all year round for all types of surfers.
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Visit the farm
Be shown around the organic farm and see how they grow food sustainably on the island.
Conservation
With the aim of maintaining the beauty of our coast, the White team devotes time to gathering debris and pollution deposited along the dark sand beach of Santa Bárbara. It is a small gesture that aims to involve the local community and alert them to this problem. In 2019, 350kg of garbage was collected from the beach.
Footprint
The property has developed an organic farming project with the goal to supply the property’s restaurant with organic products while promoting and developing an ecologically and socially responsible consumption.
The farm is divided into an area with 3 plots that makes up about 1 hectare with space for rotating crops, a production greenhouse, hydroponics and aeroponics greenhouse, composting, mandala plot and a pond.
Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
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Example trips
Get inspired
Browse our example trips and get in contact to start planning your very own adventure.
What makes us different
Why Niarra
Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.
