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OLD CHURCH HOUSE

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Dining
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OLD CHURCH HOUSE

The "House of the Old Church" offers fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, 3 bedrooms, two with double bed and one with two single beds, two bathrooms (one with access to the garden) and a pleasant garden with endemic plants, fully walled, perfect for children to play safely. All rooms are heated and the room you can relax to the sound of crackling Salamander.
Among the house facilities include: satellite TV, HI-FI sound system, small library, games room, bicycles and even golf clubs (when requested). It is also possible to pre-marking activities such as whale watching, horseback riding and jeep excursions, diving, canoeing, bird watching.
Spending holidays in Furnas is recuperate with the best that nature has to offer, without forgetting the relaxing distractions of a small village. Spending holidays in the "House of the Old Church" is all this allied to quality, comfort and typicality of the house and the nature that surrounds it.
Every possible comfort at their disposal. Included in the price is the house cleaning service and change of bed linen and towels of every 4 day stay.

Property manager

MARIA VIEIRA

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 146

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

OLD Church House FURNAS
OLD Church FURNAS
Cottage OLD Church House FURNAS
FURNAS OLD Church House Cottage
OLD Church
OLD Church House Cottage
OLD Church House Povoacao
OLD Church House Cottage Povoacao
OLD Church House Povoacao
Old Church House Povoacao
OLD Church House Cottage Povoacao
OLD Church House Cottage

About the neighborhood

Located in Povoacao, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Nossa Senhora do Rosario Church and Ponte dos Oito Arcos are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caldeiras das Furnas and Caldeira Velha. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Azores, FURNAS

What's nearby

  • Terra Nostra Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Poca da Dona Beija - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caldeiras das Furnas - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lagoa das Furnas - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Campo de Golfe - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Já Se Sabe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Restaurante - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪O Riquim - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A Quinta - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ponta do Garajau - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OLD CHURCH HOUSE pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OLD CHURCH HOUSE ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OLD CHURCH HOUSE ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OLD CHURCH HOUSE located?

This family-friendly Povoacao cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Terra Nostra Park and Poca da Dona Beija. Caldeiras das Furnas and Lagoa das Furnas are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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OLD CHURCH HOUSE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Al T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the heart of Furnas

Beautiful yard and spacious house with close proximity to the major attractions in Furnas.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and comfortable

We had a very nice stay, the charming house is very comfortable and lovingly furnished, very clean and spacious. The location is ideal for exploring the island.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Louis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with nice backyard!

We enjoyed staying at the house. Unfortunately the therm baths where closed during our stay. We got to experience the annual celebrations of Santa Anna with all the fireworks and parades… which ment getting to bed a bit later on these days.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrews U.

The best

The best place in Furnas .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

2 friends and myself enjoyed this home very much. Super clean, well laid out, comfy beds, good soundproofing from outside noise, great kitchen, sweet backyard. We could have just hung around the house but the location is too perfect, so be sure to enjoy walking to the garden, thermal baths, restaurants, cheese shop and well, just generally walking the town. The hosts were attentive even though we did not want for a single thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Elsa Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful house with a beautiful garden. Centrally located. Sights, restaurants and shopping within walking distance. The is good equiped and clean. The owner are friendly and react fast on questions.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem in Furnas

A charming spacious house with a garden, finely decorated with great care and taste. Maria Alexandra was very accommodating, proactively giving us tips as to sightseeing, activities and shopping. Highly recommended for a stay in São Miguel island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Furnas home base

This was an excellent base for our stay on Sao Miguel. The house is in a beautiful restored building next to the church with some nice accents and a backyard made for relaxing in. Maria Alexandra went above and beyond while we were here, giving recommendations and even helping me find a restaurant to help celebrate my birthday. Not sure we could have picked a better place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip to the Azores

The place was exactly what we were looking for. Warmly decorated, rustic and cozy with a wood fire stove and a beautiful private back yard garden. Plenty of space. The kitchen was well outfitted and also spacious. It was perfectly located so that we could walk to everything - thermal spa, garden, town center. The guest book helped us make decisions about outings. I would highly recommend it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carsten B.

Charming house and excellent hosts

We have had a fabulous time in a former priest house in Furnas which was charming renovated for holidays. Especially having breakfast und dinner in the beautiful garden was a highlight every day. The kitchen was equipped with all you need for cooking and baking. Jorge and Alexandra were excellent hosts with a lot of helpful recommendations. We will come back again but before we recommend the house to our friends.

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Furnas Delight

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely and very well equipped home. We arrived to fresh fruit and warm bread. The location was perfect for exploring the island. The communication with the host was very clear and helpful from beginning to end. We felt right at home here and were very comfortable. The back yard is beautiful and private. We loved being right next door to a beautiful church and walking all around town. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small warm old house

Small beautiful old house and friendly family. Upper part very hot in the summer. No Aircon. Unfortunately is the outside space not really to use, there is a lot of dog poo and there are serveral screws in the wood floor (I hurt my foot a lot by stepping in one) where the outside table stands. So we could not use it with our small kids. With rental car you can reach quickly great nature pools, restaurants and parks.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay in the mountains

My wife and I enjoyed the home and area. The house is very clean but was a bit musty smelling during our stay (it was quite humid and foggy). We were encouraged to use the wood stove for heat to save electricity. The wood was all fairly damp and so took effort to bring loads in to season by the fire and many fire starters to get going each evening. Everything you could need is provided, and the hosts were kind enough to leave a basket with local fruits/ bread for our arrival. The town is small and bell towers charmingly mark the hour and half ours throughout the day and evening. The bells did go into fits of tolling on Saturdays and Sundays here and there- this last Saturday we were convinced kids had snuck in because they tolled for so long and in random patters non-stop. Sundays also mark some local tradition we couldn’t get to the bottom of where three shots are heard in succession throughout the afternoon- not sure what that was about. Heard this in multiple cities on Sundays. The thermal baths up the road are very nice but super busy. I can only recommend trying to get there when they first open. The island is gorgeous and the people are very warm and gracious. We would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Austin, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Historic House

Church House was perfect for me and my three teen grandsons to explore Sao Miguel. There was plenty of room to spread out, inside and outside. The kitchen was well equipped, but be sure to buy ground coffee. There is no coffee grinder. The kitchen and bathrooms are modern and very clean. The beds are comfortable. The washer and dryer were great to have and laundry detergent is supplied. I did learn to empty the water reservoir in the dryer into the toilet after every load. I had never seen a dryer like that, but our host walked me through it. There are also instructions near the dryer, which I did not see—but they were in plain sight. During the day, the street is crowded with parked cars because the house is very close to the entrance of Terra Nostra. I had to park several blocks up the street many days and then move the car to the house. You will hear the church bells, but they are pretty and you get used to them. The grounds are lush and private and make a great place to eat meals or sit and read. The village of Furnas is very safe and people are friendly. I let the boys find their way to various bakeries and grocery stores on their own, which they enjoyed very much. I would gladly stay at Church House again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Relaxing

There is no reason not to consider this home. We very much enjoyed our month long stay! Each walking to everything within the town limits surrounded by lushness landscapes.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabuleux!

Nous sommes ravis de notre séjour à Furnas. La maison est très bien située et permet de visiter facilement toute l’île. Elle est ravissante, très agréable et fonctionnelle. Le jardin est superbe. Nous nous y sommes sentis très bien. Merci pour les petites attentions! Julie
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRISTEL M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison ravissante et emplacement top !

Nous avons passé une semaine de rêve à découvrir Sao Miguel. L'emplacement de la maison à Furnas est idéal pour rayonner sur toute l'ile et s'adonner aux joies des randonnées toutes plus magnifiques les unes que les autres. La maison est très confortable et décorée de façon raffinée. Le jardin est un plus pour profiter du beau temps. Les vélos mis à disposition également pour aller faire le tour du lac. Les propriétaires sont adorables et au petit soin pour leurs locataires. Quelques fruits et de délicieux Bolos vous attendent à votre arrivée, ce qui est toujours agréable après un long voyage. Une adresse que nous recommandons vivement et à laquelle nous espérons revenir un jour !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Espléndido lugar en la mejor zona de Sao Miguel

Casi perfecto!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, great location!

We love the home beautiful home inside and out, backyard was lovely. Host was very responsive and very accommodating. How was well stocked with all the convinces. Location was very convenient, we walked to everything in town. I would love to stay there on my return visit to Furnas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

peter bruins

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historische sfeervolle pastorie

Prima plek, voldoende ruimte in een schitterende plaats. Authentieke Portugese sfeer met goed bereikbare historische hortus met warm zwembad. Prima contact met de eigenaar en uitstekende huisbeheerster
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan Pau R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and beautiful house in perfect location

The house is beautiful, very spacious and comfortable, although the double bed could be wider. The location is perfect. Unfortunately one of the heaters and the fireplace chimney were not working, but the owner supplied us with a new heater straight away.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in Furnas

The house was just perfect. A cosy historical place with all amenities, a beautiful garden and friendly hosts. We enjoyed our stay a lot, saw much of the beauty of the Azores and enjoyed the close thermal baths.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

damian w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem in the Azores

We couldn’t really have wanted to stay in a more beautiful house in any other part of the island of San Miguel.As well as being fantastically equipped,full of character and well maintained the house sits in the town of Furnas with easy access to all parts of the island.Furnas and it’s environs is itself breathtakingly beautiful and lush,surrounded by thick forest. The whole experience gets a five star rating from us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrews U.

THE BEST. A VERY PRETTY HOUSE WITH EVERYTHING WHAT IS NEEDED IN AN EXCEPTIONAL PLACE.

A BEAUTIFUL HOUSE, WITH LOT OF SPACE, WITH ALL IS NEEDED AND A PARTICULAR GARDEN VERY BEAUTIFUL TO RELAX. FURNAS IS A SPECIAL PLACE TO STAY FOR WICH HAS EVERYTHING, LUXURY GREEN, A BEACH NEAR ( RIBEIRA QUENTE 10 MINUTES BY CAR) AND NATURAL SWIMMING POOLS HEATED, 5 MINUTES BY FOOT FROM THE HOUSE.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful and relaxing stay!

Casa da igreja is an old house that seems full of history! It is very well decorated and everything needed is there! Even if in town, it is relatively quiet with an amazing garden in the back! Every main attraction of Furnas is easy to walk! We loved our stay!! The owners are also very nice and thoughtful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018