Balance & Breeze

Calling all nature lovers. Spread across two floors, this traditional house on Pico Island – home to Portugal's highest mountain – boasts unobstructed views of the sea and the surrounding landscape. It's not a luxurious stay but it is comfortable and there's a fully equipped open-plan kitchen, as well as a spacious garden featuring BBQ facilities for alfresco dining. It's best suited to guests who don't mind heading to the beach when they want to swim – there's no pool to cool off in here. While there are lots of outdoor walks nearby, we recommend hiring a car for your stay so you can explore the dramatic scenery of the Portuguese Azores with ease.

Home truths:
*This home is spread over two floors, with no internal lift – it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There’s free parking on the driveway
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*There's a laptop-friendly workspace here if you need to catch up on some work during your stay
*There's no air conditioning or central heating in this home so depending on the season it may be a little warm, or quite cold
*Hen and stag parties are not allowed at this home