A Beautifully Restored Coastal Retreat on Faial Island, Azores!

Set beside the Protected Nature Reserve of Capelinhos Volcano, with sweeping ocean views, vineyards and unforgettable sunsets.

There are very few places left where life still moves to the rhythm of nature. On the dramatic western tip of Faial Island, where the volcanic landscape of Capelinhos meets the Atlantic Ocean, stands a beautifully restored historic home offering something increasingly rare: peace, privacy and the luxury of living simply. Here, your closest neighbour is the Protected Nature Reserve. Beyond the surrounding vineyards, the iconic Capelinhos Lighthouse watches over the coastline, while expansive ocean views and extraordinary sunsets become part of everyday life. There are no crowds, no traffic and no rush—only birdsong, the Atlantic breeze and the ever-changing colours of the sea.

This is a place to slow down.

Lovingly restored over the past five years, the house is a harmonious blend of old-world charm and modern functionality. Every improvement has been made with great care, preserving the character and soul of this historic home while ensuring it offers all the comforts expected today.

The plumbing, electrics, water supply, roof and soakaway sewage system have all been completely renewed. Beautiful new Portuguese pine floors run throughout the house, while thermal insulation beneath the floorboards and within the roof provides comfort all year round. A traditional wood-burning stove creates a welcoming heart to the home during cooler evenings, and a solar geyser provides an environmentally friendly supply of hot water. New front and rear verandahs and a sheltered winter garden extend the living spaces outdoors, allowing you to enjoy every season and every changing light.

Inside, the kitchen is warm and inviting, with exposed timber beams and traditional finishes that honour the home’s heritage. The living room, with its high ceilings and wood-burning stove, is filled with natural light and offers the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the island. The bedroom is peaceful and restful—a sanctuary where silence is part of the luxury.

Outside is where this home truly comes to life.

Begin the day with freshly brewed coffee in the sheltered winter garden as the morning sun gently illuminates the vineyards and the Atlantic beyond. Spend leisurely afternoons on the front veranda with a good book or an aperitif in hand, watching the changing light dance across the Capelinhos Lighthouse and the dramatic volcanic landscape before the sun slips quietly into the ocean.

A few minutes away, Porto do Comprido invites you to swim, snorkel or fish in its crystal-clear Atlantic waters. Returning home, rinse away the salt beneath the warm outdoor shower, surrounded by fresh sea air and the sounds of nature. As evening falls and the stars emerge across the unspoilt night sky, that simple ritual becomes one of life’s unexpected pleasures.

For those who love the outdoors, few locations could be more inspiring. Walking and running trails begin virtually at your doorstep, leading directly into the Protected Nature Reserve and towards Cabeço do Canto, where spectacular views reward every climb. Here, nature is not something you visit—it becomes part of your everyday life.

What makes this home so exceptional is not simply its careful restoration or its remarkable setting.

It is the feeling of waking each morning to uninterrupted views, ending each day with one of the Atlantic’s most breathtaking sunsets, and knowing that the protected landscape surrounding you will remain beautifully unchanged for generations to come.

This is more than a house.

It is a place to reconnect with nature, to embrace a slower pace of life and to create lasting memories in one of the Azores’ most extraordinary landscapes.

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