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Casa da Adega 80024 (Ref: 25285)
self-catering country house in Pico Island, Portugal
Price range:
E616 to E707 (EUR) p/w
type of property:
country house
Type of accom:
self-catering
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A beautiful renovated "adega" (wine store), decorated with many original details
The country house is 25 km from Pico airport.
32 km from Madalena.
Pets are not welcome, not suitable for wheelchairs
Pico Island country house holiday rentals details
The stone house
A beautiful renovated "adega" (wine store), decorated with many original details and everyone's dream: quite location with breathtaking sea view, large grounds with subtropical fruits that guests can also pick and a good standard with tasteful decoration. The dining room is decorated with many interesting tools once used in the wine press in by whale fishermen. A wood staircase leads leads to the above open floor with the living and sleeping areas.
Casa da Adega is located on a slope, 150 m from the ocean and from the natural swimming pool, in the village of Praínha. Village centre and shopping facilities are 300 m, restaurants 500 m, Madalena 32 km and the airport 25 km distant.
The house has a living area of 36 m², consisting of a twin bedroom, living/dining room, kitchen and bathroom. It is equipped with TV, stereo, open fire place, electric heaters, wash machine and refrigerator. Its own grounds of 1400 m² include a terrace with BBQ. There are 2 mountain bikes for guests' use.
Sleeps 2 persons, self catering.
Pico Island
Pico is the second largest island of the Archipelago with a surface area of 448 km2. It is home to the highest mountain in Portugal which reaches an altitude of 2351 meters.
The island of Pico is divided into three municipalities, “Madalena”, “São Roque”, and “Lajes”. Similar to the other islands the value of its’ architectonic patrimony is found in the churches and chapels of the different parishes:
- The “Santa Maria Madalena” Church in the town of Madalena, the “São Roque” Church and Convent and Church of “São Pedro de Alcântra” in São Roque, and the “Nossa Senhora da Conceição” Church and Chapel of “São Pedro” in Lajes, along with many others are examples of the island’s architectural patrimony.
The majestic mountain in Pico, classified in 1972 as Natural Reserve, is a prominent and consistent element in the island’s landscape.
Using the network of roads which pass through the interior of the island, along the mountainside and the coastline, Pico offers a landscape of indescribable beauty. Although it is almost impossible to highlight any one point of Pico’s landscape as better than the last or the next it is necessary to point out a few:
- Starting from the area of “Furnas” at the base of the mountain you will find thick forests up to an altitude of 1500 meters. From this point to about 2000 metres shrubbery takes over. After that bare lava, snow covered in winter, is all you will find. The mountain is peaked by Pico Alto, a round crater with a perimeter of about 700 metres and a 30 meter depth. Pico Pequeno is the volcanic cone which lies at the extremity of the crater. It rises about 70 metres and has fumaroles at its base. Sunrise as viewed from the summit is a spectacular and unforgettable sight;
- The “Capitão, Caiado”, and “Paúl” Lakes, among many others, set within a natural and entrancing environment;
- The “Mistério da Prainha”, between São Roque and Prainha, “Mistério das Bandeiras”, between Santa Luzia and Bandeiras, on the north coast and the “Mistério de São João”, on the south coast, are extensive fields of lava spilled from volcanic eruptions registered after settlement on the island. Much of the cultivated land was destroyed by the eruptions;
- The “Arcos do Cachorro”, an impressive lava flow is perforated by numerous tunnels and grottoes. The ocean passes thunderously in these grottoes and tunnels creating a notable effect;
- The Caves of the “Frei Matias, Silveira” and “Montanheiros”, are magnificent caves which are especially appreciated by speleologists;
- There are extensive virgin areas which are covered in exuberant vegetation, predominantly the “Cedro-do-mato” forest-cedar (Juniperus brevifolia), including the Natural Reserves of “Caiado” Lake, “Caveiro” and “Mistério da Prainha”. All of these are sanctuaries of the rich endemic vegetation particular to the region.
While passing through Lajes, a stop at the “Baleeiros” (whale) Museum is necessary. All that pertains to the glorious whaling tradition is available to the public. Displayed are biographies, whaling canoes and every article needed for the activity. Due to present day concerns whaling has been halted but the spirit and the memory of the “sea-wolves” still lives. Of growing popularity is the parctice of whale watching. A growing number of enterprises offer spectacular expeditions to the interested tourist.
The vineyards of Pico are very distinctive. A maze of stone walls form corrals in which the grapevines are found. In this way the farmers were able to rid the soil of the many rocks and form shelter for their crops. The “maroiças” or pyramids were also built for the same reason and add an interesting aspect to Pico’s landscape. The product of these grapevines is the famous wine known as “Verdelho do Pico”, a superb aperitif.
Completing your tour of Pico at Madalena’s pier, a daily ferry to Faial is available. From the ocean the sightseer is left with a final portrait of the mountain island which includes the islets “Deitado” (lying down) and “Em-pé” (standing up) overshadowed by the magnificent mountain.
extra information about this Pico Island country house holiday rentals
There are 2 mountain bikes for guests' use.
inside this Pico Island country house holiday rentals
sleeping :
The country house comprises 1 bedrooms in total;
1 twin.
.
This gives room for up to 2 people.
Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.
general :
The country house has 1 bathrooms for your party's use.
entertainment :
The country house has
television. The music system will play cds, radio.
eating & living :
There is room for 2 in the living room and 2 in the dining room. The open fire can be used to create a comfortable atmosphere. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle. You will also find a washing machine. The owner has also provided cutlery, glassware, cooking utensils.
Smoking :
Smoking is allowed in this country house.
Pets :
Pets are not welcome
Wheelchairs :
Not suitable for wheelchairs
outside this Pico Island country house holiday rentals*
general :
The country house is in a very quiet area. It has a patio area, sea views, panoramic views, a barbeque. If you are driving there is private parking.
in the local area of this Pico Island country house holiday rentals*
on site :
The country house is right beside
walking, mountain biking.
less then 15 minutes drive away :
Close to the country house you will find
swimming, fishing, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.
less then 45 minutes drive away :
Within easy reach
of the country house you will find
...nothing specified.
extra information :
whale & dolphins watching in less than 45 minutes
key locations near this Pico Island country house holiday rentals*
The country house is....
25 km from Pico airport.
32 km from Madalena.
booking preferences for Pico Island country house holiday rentals
Preferred Booking Start Day :
Any day of the week.
Preferred Booking End Day :
Any day of the week.
The minimum booking period is:
3 days.
The earliest arrival time is:
3 PM
The latest departure time is:
10 AM
Find a bargain!! Discounts available at this Pico Island country house holiday rentals*
Long stay discount!! 20% discount if booking length is more than 7 days.