Cottages in Altares

This former grain mill turned unique lodging is a real treat. The clever design and architecture comfortably squeezes a double bed and kitchen and bathroom into the tiniest footprint imaginable. The innkeepers masterfully repurposed this ancient stone circular mill into a fantasy overnight one will never forget.

The host is a singularly informative and warm person. Extremely hardworking and it shows in the property. The property itself is a wonderful place. Breakfast was great. And speaking as an American, the big pot of coffee was a nice surprise. One particular highlight was when the host cooked alcatra for us.

The best stay of my time in the Azores! It was the first time during my whole stay in the Azores that I felt like I was at home. It was so peaceful, the farm animals are charming, and the hosts are the most welcoming and kind people I've ever met. They don't speak English but are super proficient and efficient at using Google Translate, so there was no problem at all. The room was perfect and the bed was super comfortable. The hosts also offer a home-cooked lunch/dinner for an additional fee which was MORE than worth it. The dinner came with an appetizer, wine, entree, and a dessert, and the complimentary breakfast is pretty standard. There is a little hut on the premises that serves as the dining room, and it's super cozy and a great place to meet the other guests and chat with the hosts. Their dog is the absolute sweetest and I LOVED my time here.

Beautiful location, clean everything

Spacious house, well equipped kitchen, responsive host, great location.

The aesthetic and the design of the place is very simple yet very elegant. The host was welcoming and recommended a good places to see around the island and treat us with good breakfast. There's also a nice swimming pool to chill at when you dont feel like driving around.

House was beautiful, matching their photos. The shower was excellent. Had lovely scenic views, and was a quiet environment to relax after a long day.

Lots of space with an amazing outdoor space for the stars gazing, the host were so nice welcoming us past midnight due to our flight delay

This is an amazing place to stay at. It's peaceful, quiet, private, yet very close to everything you might need (a car is necessary though). The house is very well built and equipped with all the necessary utensils one might need, the internet is very good and the view is just spectacular. There was always communication on WhatsApp, as Tiago was available for any questions and some of the best part is the guide for the island. That guide, together with other maps and information regarding the island were extremely well done and extremely helpful. There is also a washing machine in the house, so, for extended stays it comes extremely handy.

The house was super nice and the owner made a surprise and decorated the house for us because she knew we are on our honeymoon. It was really cozy to spend the time there and we would definitely choose this place again of we would go to Terceira in the future. The owner came also every morning with warm bread delivery which was also super nice.