the community

You come for the sun. You stay for the people.

300+ colivers have worked, trained and eaten at our table since 2021 — entrepreneurs, freelancers and creatives who wanted more than a desk with a sea view.

who lives here

A family-style community, not a hotel lobby

We keep the houses small on purpose — five bedrooms at base, eight at na praia. Everyone knows everyone by the second dinner, and nobody has to perform networking to belong.

Most colivers stay a month. They come from Berlin, Lisbon, Paris and Montréal, work in product, design, engineering or their own studio, and share the same two habits: deep work in the morning, movement before dinner.

founders product & design engineers writers surfers early risers
the rhythm · POMAR experience

Feel the week before you arrive

Every week, our community manager posts the programme that shaped life at POMAR — from deep work sessions to family dinners, surf trips and spontaneous nights out.

around the houses

What to do in the Algarve?

Discover what colivers actually do on an afternoon off, from the Ria Formosa to the Algarve hills. Filter by whatever you are in the mood for.

23 experiences

23 experiences

Beach Volleyball & Spikeball
Sport

Beach Volleyball & Spikeball

Fuseta - 10 min - Free

Grab the POMAR crew and head to Fuseta Beach for a game of beach volleyball or Spikeball by the ocean. Equipment is available at POMAR na Praia — just bring your swimsuit, some friends and your competitive spirit!

Gruta de benagil - activités - Algarve - Portugal
Day trip Water

Benagil caves by boat

1 h drive · full day

Sea caves and a beach with a hole in its ceiling. Touristy, spectacular, and best booked for the first boat of the day.

Boat cruises - activités - Algarve - Portugal
Water

Boat Cruise

Olhao or Fuseta - 3h - 25€

Discover the Ria Formosa from the water with a boat cruise through its islands, lagoons and hidden channels. Choose a private or shared tour, stop for a swim and experience one of the Algarve’s most beautiful natural treasures.

Colivers posing after an off-road buggy adventure in the Algarve
Nature

Buggy Adventure

Albufeira - 2h - 40€

Explore the wild side of the Algarve on a buggy adventure through countryside trails, hills and traditional villages. Expect dust, beautiful views and plenty of fun a great experience to share with the POMAR crew!

Coastal cliff walks
Day trip Nature Sport

Coastal cliff walks

algarve coast · 2–4 h · ocean views

Follow ochre paths above hidden coves, sea caves and open stretches of Atlantic. Routes range from an easy sunset loop to a proper half-day hike, and someone in the house is usually ready to share the drive.

Crossfit & Hyrox
Sport

Crossfit & Hyrox

Olhao - 10 min

Stay active at our local CrossFit box in Olhão, just 10 minutes from POMAR base and POMAR na Praia. Enjoy CrossFit classes, HYROX training and a welcoming community for all fitness levels. Drop-ins are available, free trial with POMAR, perfect for keeping up with your training during your stay.

Discover a Hidden Waterfall
Water

Discover a Hidden Waterfall

Tavira - 1h - Free

Hidden just outside Tavira, Pego do Inferno is one of the Algarve’s most surprising natural spots. Follow the trail through the countryside to discover a small waterfall and natural lagoon surrounded by nature — a hidden gem away from the coast.

Estoi palace & Milreu ruins
Culture

Estoi palace & Milreu ruins

estoi · 15mn

A pink rococo palace and a Roman villa with mosaics of fish, both within walking distance of the house. Half an hour, and worth it twice.

Flamingos in the salinas
Nature

Flamingos in the salinas

Fuseta · 1 h · free

Just 5 minutes on foot from POMAR na Praia, explore beautiful boardwalks over the salt pans of the Ria Formosa Natural Park or follow the Ecovia Litoral trails. Spot flamingos, spoonbills and other local wildlife early morning is pure magic, with almost no one around.

Ice Bath Experience
Sport

Ice Bath Experience

POMAR - 1h - 8€

Ready for a cold challenge? Take the plunge with our Ice Bath Experience at POMAR Base or POMAR na Praia. A refreshing way to boost recovery, energy and start your day feeling alive. €8 per session.

Islands of the Ria Formosa
Day trip Nature

Islands of the Ria Formosa

Olhao - 10 min - half or full day

Hop on a local ferry to Armona, Culatra or Farol and enjoy endless beaches, crystal-clear waters and authentic island life. Ask your Community Manager for the best tips — and for Armona, go during low tide to experience it at its best!

Kayak & SUP on the Ria Formosa
Nature Water

Kayak & SUP on the Ria Formosa

fuseta · 2 h · sunset

Paddle out between the salinas and the sandbanks when the light drops. Flat water, no experience needed — the community manager books the boards on Thursdays.

Kite surfing on the Ria Formosa
Sport Water

Kite surfing on the Ria Formosa

fuseta · half day · wind-dependent

When the tide and wind line up, the lagoon turns into a wide playground of flat water. Beginners can book a lesson with a local school; experienced riders just need a forecast, a board and an afternoon off.

Maison typique - Algarve - Portugal
Food & wine

Monterosa Olive Oil Farm

Fuseta - 2h - 25€

Discover the world of Portuguese olive oil with a visit to Monterosa, a beautiful local olive farm near POMAR. Walk through the olive groves, learn how their award-winning extra virgin olive oil is produced and finish with a guided tasting. you can also do a pic nic at the fam

girls gang and mud
Nature

Olhão’s Dead Sea

Olhao - 10 min - 2h - 15€

Float in the mineral-rich salt waters of Salinas do Grelha, Olhão’s very own “Dead Sea”. Surrounded by traditional salt pans and the Ria Formosa landscape, it’s a unique local experience combining nature, relaxation and a little salt therapy.

oyster fam
Food & wine Nature

Oyster Farm Experience

Olhao - 10 min - 3h - 25€

Available on request and during oyster season only. Join a local oyster farmer, harvest fresh oysters yourself and enjoy them with a glass of wine right in the middle of the beautiful Ria Formosa Natural Park. A truly local Algarve experience!

local paddle in estoi
Sport

Padel in Estoi or Faro

faro · 20 min · 8 € / hour

Four courts, floodlit until midnight. The Tuesday game has been running since 2023 and always needs a fourth.

Group yoga session on a rooftop terrace
Sport

Private Yoga at POMAR

POMAR SPOTS- 1h - 10€

Enjoy a private Vinyasa or Yin Yoga session at POMAR with our local teacher Jessica. We provide the mats, just gather 4–5 people from the community and enjoy a one-hour class together. €50 per 1-hour session.

Running - activités - Algarve - Portugal
Sport

Running Around POMAR

POMAR - 1h - free

Lace up and explore the Algarve straight from POMAR houses! Run along the Ecovia Litoral and Ria Formosa from POMAR na Praia, or discover quiet countryside trails around POMAR Base. Ask your Community Manager for our favourite routes and distances.

View of the roof of Olhao's local market in the Algarve, Portugal - POMAR coliving
Culture Food & wine

Saturday market in Olhão

olhão · 15 min · from 8 am

Two brick halls on the waterfront : fish on one side, fruit and cheese on the other. The best place to buy what ends up on the long table that night.

Surf at praia de Faro
Sport Water

Surf at praia de Faro

faro · 4h · 30€ pp

Sufficient waves for beginner to intermediate surfers. Dependant on the tide and swell conditions.

Visit a Local Farm
Nature

Visit a Local Farm

Olhao - 1h - depends on the farmer

Discover the agricultural side of the Algarve with visits our POMAR farms from avocado to orange farms. We work with two local farmers, one near POMAR Base and one in Estoi. Ask your Community Manager to arrange a visit and experience local farm life!

visitimg morgado do quintao
Food & wine

Wine tasting in the hills

30 min drive · 18 € / person

A small family quinta pours six Algarve wines with bread and olive oil. Six people minimum, so it usually happens once a month.

what colivers say

Reviews, in their own words

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Sonia
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Where do I start? Two weeks at Pomar was just what I needed! It was the perfect way to work hard and play hard. I’m so glad I chose this coliving space. It’s in a wonderful location with incredible facilities that are so beautifully designed. I'll miss the beautiful house, my spacious yet cosy and very functional bedroom (it has the most comfy office chair and aircon), and the rooftop jacuzzi to jump into after a hard day working in the very productive coworking area. Most importantly, the coliving space is run by lovely people who genuinely care about their guests' experience. Claire, the owner, and Mici, the community manager, were incredible and really made me feel welcome and at home. This made a big difference to my whole experience. I could sense that they genuinely cared that I enjoyed my time with them and they did everything possible to make my stay as comfortable as possible. I enjoyed the productive workspace, as well as the weekly activities and having some alone time. It was the perfect balance. I loved that you have an inbuilt group of friends to enjoy activities with. I enjoyed cycling to the beach, a beautiful waterfall, swimming in the Atlantic Ocean and a salt and mud bath, to name a few. You also have the opportunity to explore the Algarve solo if you wish. I would highly recommend this coliving space to anyone who wants to be productive and have fun at the same time. I’m so grateful I had the wonderful opportunity to stay in such a special place. I left Pomar and the Algarve with a full heart. I'll be back one day, as Pomar and the Portuguese people definitely stole my heart a little 💛
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Thomas Peters
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Co-Living, Co-Creation, Co-Being... and at the same time much space for individual needs. Thats really how it is and why 5stars. Super organized, beautiful place to be and great way of curating
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Joyce Yang
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Had the fortune to spend a month in Pomar. How Claire and the team cultivates the space and experience is truly amazing!! Will definitely go back ❤️
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Alexane Mrl
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J’ai passé 5 semaines géniales chez Claire à Pomar Base, encore merci pour tout ! La maison super cosy, les soirées sur le toit terrasse, aller récolter oranges et avocats dans le champs d’à côté, faire des excursion dans la région qui est magnifique, cuisiner des gâteaux pour tout le monde, les workouts, les rencontres.. tout ça va beaucoup me manquer. Cerise sur le gâteau, j’ai pu avancer à fond sur mon projet perso. C’était tout ce que j’espérais :)
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Karina Motter
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A Special Place in Algarve I spent a month at Pomar na Praia, and it was an incredible experience. A true escape from the big city, shared with interesting people and a very special energy. Pomar is the perfect place to step out of your routine without losing focus on work. And the sunsets in the Algarve are among the most beautiful I have ever seen. Clair plays a big part in making it all feel this way, keeping the community spirit alive, warm, and welcoming. I would definitely come back for another stay.
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Thomas Sittig
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Dear Pomar, what was that, really? I arrived as a properly grumpy German — slightly suspicious of everything, comfortably stuck in my own bubble, and still recovering from a previous coliving experience that... let’s call it “character-building.” Three months (and two extensions — clearly something went wrong with my escape plan) later, I left... still a somewhat grumpy German — but now with a head full of great memories and at least five people I’d happily let crash on my couch. Which says a lot. So what happened? The location? The house? The people? The management? Annoyingly, it was all of it. Fuzeta is one of those places that quietly wins you over. A calm little fishing town, friendly people everywhere — and despite my best efforts, not a single one of them bit me. Disappointing, honestly. The property itself has its quirks (yes, coworking area, I’m looking at you… and kitchen, you’re not off the hook either). But overall, it’s a great place to slow down. The big garden and that “oh wow, is that the sea right there?” view do a lot of heavy lifting. Now, the people. Coliving is always a gamble. Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, and sometimes you’re just confused about what game you’re even playing. Over three months, I got the full experience — but in the end, this ever-changing mix of personalities and ages made it surprisingly fun. And then there’s the management. Claire clearly cares — like, actually cares — about building a good community. Which is rarer than you’d think. Together with the community managers during my stay, they somehow kept everything running smoothly, even as styles and approaches changed over time. But honestly, that’s part of the adventure. So here I am, looking ahead to the summer season, trying to figure out whether this was just a holiday romance with the area… or the beginning of something more serious. Either way, slightly less grumpy than before — which might be the biggest success of all.
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Jesse Frye
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Spent 8 weeks at Pomar Coliving in Fuseta (Jan 26 – Mar 26), and honestly… I may have set the bar too high for any future stays in Europe. Claire clearly doesn’t “run” this place, she pours herself into it. You can feel it from day one. She creates an environment where you don’t just stay, you actually feel part of something. We had two community managers during my time, Sam and Selen, completely different styles, both awesome in their own way. It actually made the experience richer having that contrast. My first two weeks were so packed full of opportunities to connect with my housemates, it felt like a lifetime. The house strikes a rare balance. You can be social when you want, disappear when you need, and no one makes it weird either way. Comfortable, well set up, and in a great location. This was my first coliving experience, and let’s just say… future places have some work to do. I have made lifelong friendships, and I feel that the environment at Pomar made those friendships easy to develop. Claire, Sam, Selen… appreciate you all. You made it special. ~ Jesse
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Celyn Design
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I had the most amazing stay at POMAR na Praia! I stayed for 5 weeks and it was my first Coliving ever. I loved that I almost immediately felt at home, everyone was so welcoming and the house and garden are so beautiful! Claire always has many great suggestions and connections that you quickly get to know the local activities around Fuseta, which makes you feel like a local instead of a traveler. Together with all the amazing people I met, the work I could do during the week and the activities we did, I think I couldn't have wished for a better first coliving experience 🤗
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A T
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I initially booked a short 2-week stay but ended up staying 5 weeks. I had an amazing time at Pomar. My room was comfortable and had a beautiful terrace where I could relax and enjoy views of the garden. The house itself is lovely and well-equipped. The location is also excellent. I could walk to the heart of Fuseta - an authentic and charming Portuguese village- in just a few minutes. The locals are very kind and you can find everything you need (supermarkets, local market, restaurants,etc.). I will particularly remember my daily walks to watch the stunning sunrises and sunsets at the beach. Fuseta is very well connected to nearby towns and you're never out of options for weekend day trips. The Algarve is also a beautiful region to explore whether you are interested in local culture, amazing beaches, hiking, biking and so much more. Pomar is a perfect place to work remotely. The Wi-Fi is reliable and there are many comfortable spaces where you can work from. Finally, a big thank you to Claire and Sam who transformed a beautiful villa into a truly welcoming home. They made sure to create a community that felt like a family. They were always very attentive, kind and thoughtful. I left with new friendships and unforgettable memories. I hope to return again very soon.I highly recommend Pomar.
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Gail Graves
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I stayed a month at Pomar CoLiving in Fuseta and loved it. Fuseta is an authentic fishing village, and I could walk or bike to the beach. My room had a terrace with beautiful countryside and Ria Formosa views, the Wi-Fi was strong, and the house was consistently clean and wonderfully decorated. The owner and the community managers were fantastic—kind, responsive, and great at organizing activities and making daily life easy. Living and working in another culture for a full month—and meeting people from all over the world—was a reset in the best way. I’d absolutely come back and recommend Pomar to anyone looking for a meaningful co-living experience.
your hosts

Claire & Hadrien, founders of POMAR

We opened the first house in 2021, across from the family orchard near Olhão. We’re locals, we are entrepreneurs, we’re around, we know the area, and we answer the messages. There is no front desk between you and us.

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