Casas do Frade

Summit of Sunrise. Where green earns its significance amid the magnificent Tronqueira mountain range. Here remnants of the endemic forest, make possible the life of the small "Azorean bullfinch", an extremely rare and unique bird species worldwide. The pure fresh air blown from Pico da Vara Mountain carries the soft surrounding forest odours. The sea close by will delight you with its pleasant waters, fishing or simple contemplation of its endless horizons.

Lombo Gordo beach or the natural swimming pool of Boca da Ribeira are great choices for delightful moments between mountain and sea. By-passers marvel at the waterfalls.

All this is available to those who stay at Casas do Frade. Nine rural houses in local stone, refurbished and adapted to modern-day life, that bring together comfort and commodity with the originality of the Azorean house. Totally equipped, they are located at the highlands of Lomba da Fazenda, with a great panoramic view. In its adjoining gardens one can appreciate the sounds of nature and taste the calm, pure fresh air.

The ascending of the Peaks of Bartholomew or Vara, the highest point of the island, offers unique moments of grand beauty. For passionate fishermen we have the town port of Nordeste with its famous (over 130 year old) light house and the Endemic Park of "Pelado", in Lomba da Fazenda village.

Explore the trails, go for walks and enjoy the beauty of the Sossego (peaceful) or Sunrise belvederes.
In the houses’ surrounding areas you can find café, restaurant, bank, hospital, pharmacy, super and mini-market, bakery, butcher, fish market, post office and gardens.

The North East is a most blossoming unforgettable Shangri-La location. Come savour this paradise. Casas do Frade await you.