Azores Remote Stay

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Vacation home in São Miguel
For Homeowners

Your Azores property. A reliable income stream.

The Azores archipelago's mid-term rental platform for remote workers. We handle everything — you collect stable monthly income.

Why owners are rethinking right now

Ryanair pulled out. Tourist numbers dropped 30%. Now what?

When Ryanair cancelled its routes to Ponta Delgada, the impact was immediate. Fewer budget flights meant fewer short-stay tourists — and for owners who relied on Airbnb bookings to fill their calendar, that gap is real. Tourist arrivals on São Miguel dropped by around 30%.

But remote workers don't book through Ryanair. They come for months, not weekends. They need a proper home with fast Wi-Fi, not a tourist apartment. That's a completely different market — and one that's still growing, regardless of flight schedules.

This is the moment to switch models

Owners who depended on tourist turnover are now actively looking for a more stable alternative. Mid-term rental to remote workers fills that gap — with less effort, less wear, and more predictable income.

−30%

Drop in tourist arrivals after Ryanair cancelled its São Miguel routes

Stable demand

Remote workers book independently of tourist seasons and budget airlines

31–90 days

Typical stay length — one booking replaces weeks of Airbnb turnover

€0 upfront

No listing fees, no setup costs — we only earn when you earn

New AL Legislation — We Help You Navigate It

The new Azorean short-term rental regulations have made it more complex and costly to operate tourist accommodation. Mid-term rentals (31+ days) often fall under different rules — giving owners like you a significant regulatory and financial advantage. We help you make the switch confidently.

Why It Makes Sense

Why mid-term rentals?

The new Azorean legislation has changed the game. Mid-term lets (31+ days) offer significant advantages.

Regulation Friendly

Mid-term contracts (31+ days) often bypass new AL short-stay restrictions, giving you full peace of mind.

1–6 months avg. stay

Stable Occupancy

Remote workers stay 1–6 months. Fewer transitions, less turnover, less wear on your property.

Up to €1,500/mo

Higher Yield

Mid-term rents to remote workers consistently outperform local long-term leases — by up to €600/mo.

Screened Tenants

Employment verification, references, and a digital interview before they arrive.

Full Support

Contracts, inventory, check-in/out — our team handles it all.

0% upfront costs

Commission Only

No upfront fees. We earn only when you earn.

Income Comparison

How does mid-term stack up?

Based on average São Miguel properties. Numbers vary by location and property type, but the trend is consistent.

Short-Term Tourist (Airbnb)
€1,100/mo avg.

High risk, seasonal

Long-Term Local Rental
€900/mo avg.

Very stable, low return

Mid-Term Remote Worker
€1,500/mo avg.

Stable + High return

Property interior

Side by Side

How does it really compare?

An honest, unfiltered comparison. Judge for yourself.

Airbnb / Booking

Short-term tourist

Traditional Rental

Long-term local

Best

Azores Remote Stay

Mid-term remote

Monthly Income
€1,100 avg.
€900 avg.
€1,500 avg.
Income Stability
Seasonal & unpredictable
Stable but low
Stable + high returns
Management Effort
Very high — daily turnover
Low
Zero — we handle it
AL Regulation Risk
High — complex & costly
Low
Low — mid-term rules
Property Wear
High — tourist turnover
Low
Low — vetted tenants
Tenant Quality
Unknown — anyone
Varies
Pre-screened professionals
Winter Vacancy
High — off-season dip
None — year-round
None — 31+ day leases
Our Involvement
None
None
Full service — end to end

The maths are clear. The decision is easy.

More income. Less stress. A better class of tenant. We handle everything.

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Your Journey

The Owner Journey

01

Register Online

Submit your property details through our simple online form.

02

Property Review

Our team assesses your property for remote-work suitability within 48 hours.

03

Tenant Matching

We find and screen the ideal remote worker tenant for your home.

04

Collect Income

Sit back and receive stable monthly income. We handle the rest.

Growing Across the Azores

Your island is just the beginning.

We launched on São Miguel — the largest island, the most remote workers, the most demand. But the Azores is nine islands, and property owners across the archipelago deserve the same access to this market.

If you own a property on Terceira, Faial, Pico, or any other island — register now. You'll be first in line when we expand, and we'll reach out personally the moment we go live on your island.

Register now, get priority access when your island launches
Same commission-only model across all 9 islands
One platform, one team, the entire Azores archipelago
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Azores Archipelago — 9 Islands

São MiguelLive
TerceiraComing soon
FaialComing soon
PicoComing soon
São JorgeComing soon
GraciosaComing soon
Santa MariaComing soon
FloresComing soon
CorvoComing soon
Platform rollout1 / 9 islands

São Miguel is live. Terceira, Faial and Pico are next. Full archipelago coverage is our goal.

What We Do For You

We find the right tenant. You collect the income.

Our job is one thing: connecting your property with verified, income-stable remote workers — fast, reliably, and across the entire Azores archipelago.

12h
Tenant Match Time

We respond to every owner enquiry and start matching within 48 hours.

23%
Tenants Pre-Screened

Every remote worker is employment-verified and interviewed before reaching you.

1 Islands
Azores Islands

We're expanding across all 9 islands — not just São Miguel. Your property, our whole network.

€0 Upfront
No Upfront Fees

Commission-only. We only earn when you earn — our success is tied to yours.

Pre-launch and growing. Every tenant is personally verified before placement.

For Homeowners

Stable Income. Zero Tourism Stress.

Mid-term rentals to remote workers outperform short-term tourist lets — less hassle, higher returns, and full compliance with new regulations.

Commission-Only Model

No sign-up fees. No monthly charges. We earn a small commission only when you earn — our success is fully tied to yours.

Stable Occupancy

Remote workers stay 1–6 months. Fewer check-ins, less wear, steady income.

Screened Tenants

We verify employment, references, and digital interviews before any booking.

Legislation Friendly

Mid-term lets (31+ days) are often exempt from the new AL short-stay restrictions.

Full Support

We manage contracts, check-in/out and tenant communications for you.

85%

Avg. Occupancy

+30%

vs. Local Market

48h

Onboarding Time

Your local contact

Someone on the ground, for you

We have a dedicated representative based on São Miguel who knows the island, the market, and the people. He's your first point of contact — always reachable, always local.

Didi Lima — Local Property Representative

Didi Lima

São Miguel

Local Property Representative

Born and raised on São Miguel, João has an in-depth knowledge of the local rental market, neighbourhoods, and regulations. He handles property visits, owner onboarding, and is your go-to person for anything on the island.

Usually responds within a few hours · Mon–Sat, 9:00–18:00 (Azores time)

This contact is exclusively for property owners — not for rental inquiries.

Common Questions

Everything you want to know

Straight answers to the questions every property owner asks us first.

We work on a commission-only model — typically 10–15% of the monthly rent, agreed before listing. There are no sign-up fees, no monthly charges, and no hidden costs. We only earn when you earn.

All tenants sign a proper mid-term rental agreement (31+ days), compliant with Portuguese and Azorean legislation. The contract is prepared by us, reviewed by you, and signed digitally. You keep a copy of everything.

Mid-term rentals (31+ days) are generally treated differently from short-term tourist accommodation under the new Azorean regulations. In most cases, you do not need an AL licence for stays over 31 days. We help you understand exactly where your property stands.

Most properties are matched within 2–4 weeks of listing. We have an active pipeline of remote workers looking for homes on São Miguel. During peak season (April–October) it can be faster.

All tenants pay a security deposit (typically one month's rent) before moving in. We also conduct a detailed inventory check-in and check-out. Any damage is documented and deducted from the deposit.

No. We handle check-in, check-out, tenant communications, and any day-to-day issues through our local representative on São Miguel. You can manage everything remotely.

We list studios, apartments, and houses on São Miguel. The key requirements are: reliable internet (we test it), a dedicated workspace, and a clean, well-maintained property. We do not list properties that don't meet our remote-work standards.

Yes. We work around your availability. Just let us know which periods you want to keep for personal use and we'll only list the property for the remaining months.

Still have questions?

Our local representative is available Mon–Sat, 9:00–18:00 Azores time.

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