The House

A complete tour
of the house

Casa dos Barcos unfolds across two levels, with generous social spaces by the lake and two private en-suite bedrooms. Follow the house from its main living room to the quiet attic and private terrace. In May 2026, the house was thoughtfully renovated to be more comfortable while keeping its original character.

01Lake level
02Double suite
03Upper floor
04Twin suite
05Lake terrace
01

Living, dining
& kitchen

The social heart of the house brings together a lake-facing living room, a bright dining area and the fully-equipped kitchen.

  • Lake-view living room
  • Dining area
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
Living room overlooking Lagoa das Furnas
Dining area with garden windowsFully-equipped kitchen
02

The double
bedroom

A calm double bedroom on the lake level, paired with its own renovated private bathroom.

  • Double bed
  • Private en-suite
  • Lake-facing windows
Double bedroom with lake-facing windows
Private bathroom on the lake levelFreestanding bathtub in the lake-level bathroom
03

A second
living room

Upstairs, the original timber floor and pitched ceiling create a separate lounge for reading, resting or giving everyone a little more space.

  • Separate lounge
  • Original timber floors
  • Quiet upper level
Second living room on the upper floor
04

The twin
bedroom

The upper-floor twin bedroom sits beneath the house's distinctive roofline and has its own bright en-suite bathroom.

  • Two single beds
  • Private en-suite
  • Walk-in shower
Twin bedroom beneath the pitched roof
Upper-floor en-suite bathroomWalk-in shower in the upper-floor bathroom
05

The private
lake terrace

Step outside to a private terrace at the water's edge, furnished for relaxing by the lake - the historic garden behind you, Lagoa das Furnas directly ahead.

  • Direct lake views
  • Outdoor lounge seating
  • Garden access
Private terrace overlooking Lagoa das Furnas
Garden doors opening onto the lakeside loungeLounge seating on the private terrace
Made for longer stays

Comfort behind
the scenes

Private laundry area

Laundry area

A dedicated practical space for longer and more independent stays.

Fully-equipped private kitchen

Full kitchen

Everything needed for breakfast, family dinners and local ingredients.

One of two private bathrooms

Two private bathrooms

Each bedroom has its own renovated en-suite bathroom.

What's Included

Everything you need,
nothing you don't

Canoes & Bicycles

Complimentary use of canoes and bicycles to explore the lake and surroundings at leisure.

Welcome Basket

A curated basket of local Azorean products greets you on arrival - cheeses, jams, local wine.

Full Kitchen

Fully-equipped private kitchen with espresso machine, oven, fridge, and all cookware.

Historic Garden

Direct access to Mata-Jardim José do Canto - camellia rows, fern valleys and 19th-century trees.

Free Wi-Fi

High-speed internet throughout - or switch off entirely and let the lake set the pace.

Golf Nearby

Furnas Golf Course - one of Europe's most scenic 18-hole courses - is just 9 km away.

Hot Springs

The Furnas calderas and natural thermal pools are just 5 km away.

Free Parking

Private on-site parking included for all guests.

The Estate

Two historic houses,
one extraordinary setting

Casa dos Barcos

Formerly the "Navigation Pavilion," this Nordic Anglo-Flemish house sits directly on the lake shore. Its distinctive stepped gable façade, perfectly reflected in the still waters of Lagoa das Furnas, is one of the most iconic images of São Miguel.

Casa da Lagoa

Formerly the "Fishing Pavilion," Casa da Lagoa is a Franco-Swiss chalet set within manicured gardens bursting with azaleas and rhododendrons. Its elegant veranda, blue shutters, and sweeping lawn create a picture-perfect Azorean retreat.

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