Casa Volta do Mar

Rua da Rosa 16, 9900-024 Horta, Portugal – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>35</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
35 reviews
a living room with a couch and a table at Casa Volta do Mar in Horta
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a view of a city with houses and the ocean at Casa Volta do Mar in Horta
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Casa Volta do Mar

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  • Entire home
  • 646 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

Boasting a balcony with city views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Casa Volta do Mar can be found in Horta, close to Praia de Porto Pim and 2 km from Praia da Conceição. Featuring mountain and garden views, this holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests. The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. A minimarket is available at the holiday home. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Horta, like hiking. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this holiday home offers ample opportunities to wind down. The nearest airport is Horta Airport, 8 km from Casa Volta do Mar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tereza
    Belgium Belgium
    “Very nice home, good location close to the beach and the center of Horta. A very friendly welcome! The house has a big kitchen and a terrace with a great view.”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We wish the weather had been better to allow us to make more use of the outside space which was lovely. Kitchen really well equipped, bed was very comfortable and shower was great.”
  • Mara
    Germany Germany
    “Cute and nicely decorated appartement with a beautiful terrace just a few steps from a nice beach, restaurants and bars. Defintely recommendable!”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by George Bevan

Company review score: 9.4Based on 33 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

George runs as non-profit called Conservation Diver, that provides training and certification in scientific diving to reef manager and marine conservationist around the globe. He also runs a charity called Daughters of the Deep, which aims in 'equalise the oceans', allowing more women to gain access to maritime careers.

Property information

A lovingly restored fisherman’s cottage located in the sought after bay of Porto Pim, Casa Volta do Mar offers self catered accommodation with a stunning multi-levelled garden up the side of Monte Queimado, with views of the beach and Atlantic ocean to the right and to the left, the harbour in Horta where you can watch the sailing boats travelling in and out. This cottage is the perfect place for couples to stay to enjoy the beauty of the natural landscape within the city of Horta. Casa Volta do Mar is situation on Rua da Rosa, the old road which passes over one side of Monte Queimado and is lined by small fisherman’s cottages that back up into the mountains side, giving them panoramic views back onto Porto Pim, across the city and into the Harbour. The cottage was renovated in 2021 to a high specification in order to offer a special and unique place to stay in town for our guests. It has a large open plan living area with stylish kitchen, comfortable living area with log burning fire and dining area with views onto the courtyard bursting with colourful tiles. There is a double bedroom and modern bathroom. Outside is an amazing tiered garden with bbq area.

Neighbourhood information

Faial (Ilha do Faial) is an island in the Central Group (Grupo Central) of the Azores, lying on the Eurasian plate along the Terceira Rift. The volcanic island has also been referred to as the Blue Island (Ilha Azul) due to the large quantity of hydrangeas that bloom during the summer months, as portrayed in the poems by the Portguese poet Raul Brandão. Together with the neighbouring Pico and São Jorge, the islands are often referred to as the Triângulo. On most days you are able see all three islands at once, with the peak of Pico slicing though the clouds that are pulled towards it. Faial became famous through its invaluable worth to sailors crossing the Atlantic, with Horta becoming the necessary stop and the safe port for the trans-Atlantic sail traffic. The harbour in Horta is a bustling hub for the sailing community, the area being full of excitement, stories from the sea, the kissing of dry land and celebration. Friends from across the oceans meet up to take a cooling sip on the islands famous Gin & Tonics. A tradition spanning generations, also makes Horta the most colourful harbour in the world, as its walls have become a great open air exhibition of sailor paintings.

Languages spoken

English,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casa Volta do Mar
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Shops
  • Minimarket on site
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 3043/AL

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Casa Volta do Mar

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casa Volta do Mar on this page.

  • The prices at Casa Volta do Mar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Casa Volta do Mar has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Casa Volta do Mar is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Casa Volta do Mar is 1,050 yards from the centre of Horta. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Casa Volta do Mar is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Casa Volta do Mar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Casa Volta do Mar can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casa Volta do Mar on this page.

  • Casa Volta do Mar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Horse riding
    • Beach