Limited restaurant options in the immediate town, and only one small supermarket (plus a lovely bakery). If staying for long, expect to drive to Ponta Delgada for groceries and/or eat outside the crater. The kitchen was nice (stove, sink, microwave, coffee machine and fridge) but a little small to fully self-cater.

Fantastic location, right by the lake and surrounded by hills. Beautiful area for hiking etc. Our host was great, sent tips on the local area and left a welcome basket of local produce. We loved being able to drag the kayaks straight out onto the lake, and come back to our own house.

Stayed in September 2024

There isn't anything we didn't like. I have one suggestion, since we hiked and swam a lot, a clothes line to hang dry would be great.

We loved the location and the secluded feel of the lodge. It was a great base location for exploring the west end of the island. Having the kayaks and bikes available was wonderful! The welcome basket was beyond expectations! It had all sorts of fruit, wine, cheese, bread, espresso, milk, yogurt, granola, honey, etc., everything we needed for breakfasts and snacks. The cabin had huge closets, comfy and clean spaces to enjoy. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed in September 2024

Not very secluded. Need traps/pest control near trash, but understand this is normal in forest conditions.

Location Welcome basket. Included bikes & kayak.

Stayed in August 2024

Nothing

This was a beautiful, clean space with everything we needed. And the location was perfect. Right across from the lake.

Stayed in July 2024

Lighting in the bathroom might be a bit brighter, but nothing dramatic.

Well equipped and comfortable house few steps from the lake with attentive owner.

Stayed in June 2024

The location was fantastic to do any sight seeing in and around sete cidates. The bungalow was nice and private with all the amenities you need to stay for a few days. Also just a short walk from local resteraunts and stores.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing, it was all perfect!

One of the coolest places we've ever stayed! The location in itself is magical, and the bungalows give you the modern comfort you need, in great style and architecture. The host is very kind, explaining all there is to visit around the area. Nice basket of local goodies is included, as well as kayaks and bicycles to further explore the Lagoa das Sete Cidades.

Stayed in May 2024

Magical place with very welcoming owners!

Stayed in May 2024

I really can’t think of anything I did not like 🙂

Very comfy and feels like home. The garden is fantastic with lots of different plants and looks like in s fairy tail. Every morning you wake up at birds singing. We were welcomed with basket of local treats (home made butter, cheese, honey, fruits etc. and a bottle of wine), which made our breakfast throughout our stay, and were very delicious. Also bikes and kayaks are included in the price, which is awesome. Absolutely recommended place to stay. Parking is no issue in the village, but they have private parking.

Stayed in May 2024

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Spectacular location by the Sete Cidades lake. We could swim every day! Very close to most beautiful ocean beach and sunsets. Most kind and hospitable hosts who took time to give plenty of valuable information & a much appreciated welcome basket at arrival. Private parking. Such a beautiful interior/design with nature views and fireplace. Netflix and youtube available on TV for a nice movie night on a rainy evening. Very cosy and home feeling. Absolutely loved it and recommend it 1000%.

Stayed in April 2024

It was on one side of the island, far from the other side - but I loved staying there, just didn’t get to see the opposite side with only 4 nights on the island

Beautiful scenic location

Stayed in April 2024

The host was very helpful and attending to our all demands, even the last-minute requests that we made. The lodge was quite comfortable and has all the amenities needed.

Stayed in March 2024

The damp smell, it was very cold when we arrived and took awhile to heat up, we were looking forward to the nice welcome basket all the reviews talked about since everything was closed for food in the area and we never received one, it was very disappointing. Also, no coffee for the machine and had to wait until the grocery opened the next day to buy our own.

The location was beautiful by the lake. The lodge was nicely decorated. The use of kayaks. The bed was comfortable. The kitchenette. Email about checking in. The gardens around the lodge were nice. Quiet. The fresh hot bread to buy down the street.

Stayed in March 2024

My family and I absolutely loved our stay at the Lake Lodge. The perfect accommodations and a stones throw from the lake, it was our favorite place we stayed in the island. Nestled into a lush garden landscape, we were completely enchanted walking through the property. The bungalows were so inviting, cozy and warmly decorated. The baskets of food and wine were a wonderful touch. We can’t wait to come back again!

Stayed in October 2023

The place was private and comfortable. They had bikes and a kayak that we could use when we wanted which was great for exploring

Stayed in August 2023

I loved the way the cabins are nestled in their own private gardens; the effect is magical! I absolutely loved waking up to the views of nature all around. The cabins themselves are uniquely designed, inside and out, and we were very comfortable in one for the duration of our stay. The proximity to both the lake and the sleepy town of Sete Cidades was ideal.

Stayed in July 2023

You live one with the gardens and the rooms are big and comfortable with everything you need to prepare or cook meals at home. You are really close to sites of Sete Cidades and you have bikes or a kayak at your disposal.

Stayed in August 2023

We loved the serene vibe of the place, the cleanness and the hospitality of the owner. we were greeted with fresh local bread, butter, milk and fruits; also had free bicycles and a kayak at our disposal for the entire staying.

Stayed in July 2023

Filipe was very kind and helpful and made our arrival easy and convenient. The welcome basket was particularly generous and made us feel very much at home!

Stayed in July 2023

Micro climate in this area makes it quite humid so everything is quite clamy and damp. Would suggest the the properties would benefit from a dehumidifier in each one.

Very well designed and thought out. Lovely gardens. Peaceful relaxing surroundings.

Stayed in June 2023

After our delay of the flight we arrived at 2am and it was no problem to check in. The owner is very friendly, he prepared breakfast for the next morning for us The lodge was clean and comfortable, included everything we needed. We felt like at home!

Stayed in April 2023

Great welcome basquet of local food (honey, milk, wine, bread, cheese, annanas, cereals,...). Bike and double kayak are included in the price. The lake is 120 m away. André was perfect host. He has managed to let us in even though we have arrived at 01:00 in the night. Later he visited us, explained our questions and we hade nice talk in general. With bikes we have visited the other lake and a picknick park on the other side of the lake. I took an advantage of the kayak few times. Local people are very friendly. Bread in bakery costs incredible 0.35 EUR. View from the house to both sides was like two super duper high definition TV with the best slow TV channels. If you forget how to enjoy your life, local cats will show you. We were here out of seazon (March) so there were no crowds of people.

Stayed in March 2023

- can be cold and damp in winter, especially in the bedroom where the heat from the fireplace and air conditioner doesn’t reach.

+ nice location, right by the lake and away from the main road + easy check-in and invisible hosts, you get all the privacy you need + very generous welcome basket with local cheese and wine, bread, fruit etc + lovely fireplace and cozy lighting of the rooms, beautiful views of the greenery surrounding the cabin + there’s a canoe for 2 ppl available, which you can take to the lake if the weather is nice even in winter

Stayed in January 2023

Only complaint was that the bed was quite stiff - not necessarily the most comfortable for us, but I know that sort of thing is a matter of preference.

Andre was clear and helpful, the welcome basket was very much appreciated, and the place was quite clean. Cabin was quiet, but still had modern amenities (WiFi, smart TV, etc), and we particularly enjoyed the wood burning stove, which we took full advantage of every night.

Stayed in January 2023