Just south of Madalena on Pico Island is the Criação Velha wine region. We turned off the main road onto a narrow road with dry basalt stone walls guarding vines on either side. It led out to the coastline where old lava patches meet the ocean and overlook Faial Island. The late afternoon sun rays made the landscape glisten and I had a strong urge to work on a (my own?!) vineyard here some day.

Similar to a few other areas of the island, the land is divided up into small rectangular plots by piles of volcanic rock (basalt). It's a centuries-old practice to protect the vines from the strong ocean winds and salt water spray as well as warm the grapes.

Vineyards literally #InStone . #volcanic #PicoIsland #Azores #vineyards

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"This house is really perfect for a family of 4 members. It is really spacious, clean and calm."

"A perfect place close to restaurants and shops as well as the beach."

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

"It was a wonderful place and our host was a beautiful caring lady."

"Von den 4 Unterkünften, die wir in diesem Urlaub auf den Azoren hatten, ist dies die Einzige, die wir nicht empfehlen können. Als wir ankamen (Anfang Mai) waren die Temperaturen zwischen 11 und 17 Grad, mit wenigen sonnigen Abschnitten und dann höheren Temperaturen. Das Haus verfügt über keine Heizung, dementsprechend war die Temperatur im Inneren bei 16 Grad und über 80% Luftfeuchtigkeit. Die Wohnung war also kalt und klamm, in den Schränken und Kommoden riecht es modrig. Erst auf Nachfrage...

$243 nightly

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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"Staying at this beautiful home with amazing views has made our vacation one we will never forget! We highly recommend staying her when you vacation in Pico. It will be one of the highlights of your trip"

"Great views and good mid island location. House had all amenities needed. We had beautiful weather and enjoyed the food, wine and friendly Puco people. Good memories had by all."

"Everything was very good . We really appreciated out time in Faial"

"Lovely place, very beautiful and calm, also very clean. Isa is a very nice and extremely helpful host. Absolutely recommend to stay here!"

"Wonderful little house with amazing views and terrific host. Perfect for couples get away. You will love the true Pico Island experience here. "

"Great location, and beautiful house!"

"Could not ask for a better location, the view is amazing, short drive into town, responsive host and have I mentioned the view? We can not say enough wonderful things about the house, location and the beach, all just wonderful!"

$292 nightly

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

"We only stayed for one night, but the house is very well located and clean."

"A wonderful stay! The property is large and well appointed both inside and out! The accuracy of the on line listing is too modest. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property."

"Beautiful view and sounds of the ocean waves. A short walk to the ocean."

"We had the lower level of the house, and it was very spacious. The balcony is huge overlooking farm fields and over the ocean, a clear visual of Pico. I would highly recommend anyone coming to the island is to stay at this place. The only downside I would have to say would be he will be hearing roosters very early in the morning (5am) and all type of other farm animals in the facility. Once you get used to it it’s OK but bring some ear plugs! The owner was in very good communication and if we...

"Excellent "

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Top Madalena Hotel Reviews

Pico TERRAMAR & SPA

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely small hotel, the staff couldnt have been more friendly or helpful. The rooms are lovely and the location is excellent. We stayed here the night before climbing Pico and we were allowed to leave our bags and come back to the hotel the following day. They went out of their way to make our stay perfect. It was one of our groups birthday whilst we stayed here and they made her feel very special. The sea is closeby if you want a swim and lots of lovely restaurants. The spa is excellent also. Thank you for having us, hopefully we will be back one day. "