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Volcanic Charming House

Rua de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento 76
Rated 9.3 in 675 reviews

Volcanic Charming House is a unique accommodation option located in the picturesque town of Ribeira Grande, Portugal. Nestled in a landscape shaped by volcanic activity, this hotel offers guests a tranquil retreat while embracing the natural beauty of the surrounding area. The property features a harmonious blend of traditional Azorean architecture and modern amenities, creating an inviting atmosphere for travelers seeking both comfort and authenticity.

Guests at Volcanic Charming House can enjoy a range of thoughtfully designed rooms, each reflecting the local culture and natural environment. The hotel prioritizes guest satisfaction, providing personalized service to enhance the overall experience. A focus on sustainability can be seen throughout the property, with eco-friendly practices integrated into daily operations.

The outdoor spaces are equally inviting, with well-maintained gardens and lounging areas that allow guests to unwind while soaking in the stunning views of the volcanic landscape. There are also various communal spaces where visitors can connect with others and share their travel experiences.

Volcanic Charming House is ideally situated to explore the local attractions, including scenic hiking trails, striking coastal views, and charming town squares. The hotel serves as an excellent base for discovering the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of the Azores, making it an appealing destination for those looking to immerse themselves in this unique region of Portugal.

 Swimming pool

Climate and Weather

January
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 11°
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 4
Sun hours / day
 12
Rain free days
February
 16°
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 5
Sun hours / day
 12
Rain free days
March
 17°
 12°
 16°
 6
Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
April
 18°
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 17°
 7
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 16
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May
 20°
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 8
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
June
 22°
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 10
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 23
Rain free days
July
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 10
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 25
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August
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Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
September
 24°
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
October
 22°
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Sun hours / day
 17
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November
 19°
 14°
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 12
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December
 17°
 12°
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Sun hours / day
 11
Rain free days
Church of Nossa Senhora da Estrela
Church of Nossa Senhora da Estrela
Church in Ribeira Grande, Portugal
0.8km / 0.52mi
Ermida de Santo André
1km / 0.6mi
Igreja da Misericordia
Igreja da Misericordia
Cultural heritage monument in Ribeira Grande, Azores, Portugal
0.7km / 0.46mi
Arquipélago
Arquipélago
Museum for contemporary art and cultural center
250m / 270yd
Solar de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento
Solar de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento
Cultural heritage monument in Ribeira Grande, Azores, Portugal
80m / 80yd
Aeroporto de Santana
Airport in Portugal
2.8km / 1.8mi
Termas das Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande
Termas das Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande
4.1km / 2.5mi
Cha Gorreana Tea Factory
Cha Gorreana Tea Factory
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10.9km / 6.8mi
Convent of Caloura
Convent of Caloura
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12km / 7.5mi
Church of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Church of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
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10.8km / 6.7mi
Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Monte Santo
Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Monte Santo
Chapel in Água de Pau, Azores, Portugal
11km / 6.8mi
Church of Saint Michael the Archangel
Church of Saint Michael the Archangel
Church in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
12.9km / 8mi
Igreja e Hospital da Misericórdia, Vila Franca do Campo
Igreja e Hospital da Misericórdia, Vila Franca do Campo
Church building in Azores, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Gonçalo Vaz Botelho
Gonçalo Vaz Botelho
Statue in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal - Canto da Maya - 1954
13.9km / 8.6mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
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12.7km / 7.9mi
Azorean Pineapple Plantation
Azorean Pineapple Plantation
13.6km / 8.5mi
Praia da Viola
Beach on São Miguel, Azores
14km / 8.7mi
Igreja de São Pedro
Igreja de São Pedro
Church in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
13.7km / 8.5mi
Fort Saint Blaise
Fort Saint Blaise
Fort in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal
15.7km / 9.8mi
Igreja de São Sebastião
Igreja de São Sebastião
Church in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal
15.2km / 9.5mi
Church of São Pedro
Church of São Pedro
Church in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
14.8km / 9.2mi
Church of the Jesuit College
Church of the Jesuit College
Church building in Azores, Portugal
15.1km / 9.4mi
Carlos Machado Museum
Carlos Machado Museum
Museum in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
14.9km / 9.3mi
Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada
Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada
City gate in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
15.3km / 9.5mi
Jardim António Borges
Jardim António Borges
15.5km / 9.6mi
Praia da Vinha da Areia
Praia da Vinha da Areia
14.1km / 8.8mi
Jardim José do Canto
Jardim José do Canto
Garden in Azores, Portugal
14.7km / 9.1mi
Ermida e ruínas do Recolhimento de Sant'Ana
Ermida e ruínas do Recolhimento de Sant'Ana
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
15km / 9.3mi
Palácio da Fonte Bela
Palácio da Fonte Bela
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
15.4km / 9.6mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Apresentação
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Apresentação
Church building in Azores, Portugal
14.5km / 9mi
Metrosídero
Metrosídero
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
15.7km / 9.8mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Esperança
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Esperança
Church building in Azores, Portugal
15.7km / 9.8mi
Ermida da Mãe de Deus
Ermida da Mãe de Deus
Hermitage in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
14.4km / 9mi
Igreja de São José
Igreja de São José
Church in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
15.8km / 9.8mi
Island of Vila Franca
Island of Vila Franca
Island in Portugal
14.2km / 8.8mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça
Church building in Ponta Delgada
14.9km / 9.2mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Church in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
15.5km / 9.6mi
Gruta do Carvão
Protected area in Portugal
16.2km / 10.1mi
Church of Santo António
Church of Santo António
Church in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
16.3km / 10.1mi
Furnas
Furnas
Civil parish in Povoação
19.4km / 12.1mi
Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias
Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias
Church in Azores, Portugal
18.7km / 11.7mi
Mata-Jardim José do Canto
Mata-Jardim José do Canto
Botanic garden in Furnas, Portugal
18.6km / 11.6mi
Convento de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda
Convento de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda
Church in Fenais da Ajuda, Portugal
18.2km / 11.3mi
Igreja de Santa Ana
Igreja de Santa Ana
Church in Furnas, Portugal
19km / 11.8mi

What to do in Ribeira Grande and near Volcanic Charming House

Church of Nossa Senhora da Estrela
Church of Nossa Senhora da Estrela
Church in Ribeira Grande, Portugal
0.8km / 0.52mi
Ermida de Santo André
1km / 0.6mi
Igreja da Misericordia
Igreja da Misericordia
Cultural heritage monument in Ribeira Grande, Azores, Portugal
0.7km / 0.46mi
Arquipélago
Arquipélago
Museum for contemporary art and cultural center
250m / 270yd
Solar de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento
Solar de Nossa Senhora do Vencimento
Cultural heritage monument in Ribeira Grande, Azores, Portugal
80m / 80yd
Aeroporto de Santana
Airport in Portugal
2.8km / 1.8mi
Termas das Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande
Termas das Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande
4.1km / 2.5mi
Cha Gorreana Tea Factory
Cha Gorreana Tea Factory
Tea plant in Ribeira Grande, Portugal
10.9km / 6.8mi
Convent of Caloura
Convent of Caloura
Convent in Lagoa, Portugal
12km / 7.5mi
Church of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Church of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Church in Água de Pau, Portugal
10.8km / 6.7mi
Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Monte Santo
Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Monte Santo
Chapel in Água de Pau, Azores, Portugal
11km / 6.8mi
Church of Saint Michael the Archangel
Church of Saint Michael the Archangel
Church in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
12.9km / 8mi
Igreja e Hospital da Misericórdia, Vila Franca do Campo
Igreja e Hospital da Misericórdia, Vila Franca do Campo
Church building in Azores, Portugal
13.8km / 8.6mi
Gonçalo Vaz Botelho
Gonçalo Vaz Botelho
Statue in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal - Canto da Maya - 1954
13.9km / 8.6mi
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
12.7km / 7.9mi
Azorean Pineapple Plantation
Azorean Pineapple Plantation
13.6km / 8.5mi
Praia da Viola
Beach on São Miguel, Azores
14km / 8.7mi
Igreja de São Pedro
Igreja de São Pedro
Church in Vila Franca do Campo, Portugal
13.7km / 8.5mi
Fort Saint Blaise
Fort Saint Blaise
Fort in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel island, Azores, Portugal
15.7km / 9.8mi
Igreja de São Sebastião
Igreja de São Sebastião
Church in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal
15.2km / 9.5mi
Church of São Pedro
Church of São Pedro
Church in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
14.8km / 9.2mi
Church of the Jesuit College
Church of the Jesuit College
Church building in Azores, Portugal
15.1km / 9.4mi
Carlos Machado Museum
Carlos Machado Museum
Museum in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
14.9km / 9.3mi
Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada
Portas da Cidade de Ponta Delgada
City gate in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
15.3km / 9.5mi
Jardim António Borges
Jardim António Borges
15.5km / 9.6mi
Praia da Vinha da Areia
Praia da Vinha da Areia
14.1km / 8.8mi
Jardim José do Canto
Jardim José do Canto
Garden in Azores, Portugal
14.7km / 9.1mi
Ermida e ruínas do Recolhimento de Sant'Ana
Ermida e ruínas do Recolhimento de Sant'Ana
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
15km / 9.3mi
Palácio da Fonte Bela
Palácio da Fonte Bela
Cultural heritage monument in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal
15.4km / 9.6mi

About Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande, located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, offers a variety of experiences that reflect its natural beauty and cultural heritage. One of the highlights is exploring the natural landscapes. The area is known for its lush greenery, stunning coastlines, and volcanic features. The nearby Lagoa do Fogo, a crater lake, provides opportunities for hiking and enjoying panoramic views.

The town itself has a charming atmosphere, with historic architecture that showcases its colonial past. Walking through the streets, visitors can admire buildings such as the Church of Nossa Senhora da Estrela, which features beautiful azulejos, traditional Portuguese tiles. The local markets and shops also offer a glimpse into the island's culture, where one can find artisanal products, fresh produce, and traditional crafts.

For those interested in outdoor activities, Ribeira Grande is a great base for surfing and other water sports. The nearby beaches, such as Praia de Santa Bárbara, are popular with surfers and sunbathers alike. Additionally, the region offers various hiking trails that cater to different skill levels, often leading to breathtaking viewpoints and unique geological formations.

Culinary experiences are also a significant aspect of visiting Ribeira Grande. Sampling local cuisine is a must, with dishes that highlight the island's seafood and agricultural produce. Restaurants in the area often feature recipes that have been passed down through generations, providing an authentic taste of Azorean culture.

Lastly, taking the time to engage with the local community can enrich your visit. Festivals and events throughout the year celebrate everything from traditional music to regional gastronomy, giving visitors a chance to connect with the culture of Ribeira Grande on a deeper level. Each of these aspects contributes to a well-rounded experience in this charming town.




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