Furnas Lake Forest Living

Amabilidad del personal, localización, instalaciones, tranquilidad y masaje ayurvedico

Niños en spa

An amazing location in the crater, surrounded by cedars, with the friendliest staff you can imagine, spotless rooms, comfortable and roomy, good food and a relaxed atmosphere. 10/10, definitely recommended.

The staff are friendly, breakfast is cozy, location in the mid of the forest.

In booking.com they are titling the Japanese House as apartment which miss leaded me while booking

Super restaurant et chambre spacieuse avec cuisine salle de bain et terrasse avec une vue sur la nature Piscine sympa également

Un peu trop cher car même si tout est bien ce n’est pas non plus luxe Pourrait proposer des recommandations de choses à faire sur l’île

Un hôtel niché dans un parc de toute beauté au bord du lac Furnas. Le personnel était avenant et disponible (en particulier Carmen), la propreté des lieux, la qualité du buffet.

Une mauvaise expérience avec une jeune dame du restaurant qui a refusé de me servir alors que je ne me sentais pas bien. C'est donc Carmen qui a pris les choses en main et m'a gentiment servi, aidé.

Piękny design, blisko natury - drzewa, ptaki, króliki, ryby, wygodny apartament, bardzo czysto, dobre śniadania. Blisko tereny spacerowe wokół jeziora

Es war alles unglaublich schön und sauber. Die Lage ist einmalig und die Umgebung wunderschön. Frühstück war genial und Personal freundlich.

Leider war das Restaurant nicht offen.

Besonders toll fanden wir die Lage der Location: Mitten im Grünen und sehr ruhig und doch nicht weit vom Stadtzentrum von Furnas entfernt. Die Einrichtung des Appartements ist sehr gut durchdacht und die Küche mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Das Frühstücksbuffet wurde jeden Tag sehr liebevoll mit leckeren Köstlichkeiten arrangiert. Das haben wir sehr genossen.

The location and the property are beautiful! The grounds are gorgeous and it is secluded and yet everything is accessible if you have a car.

We were in one of the new rooms, but it had a very chemical smell from the floor- since it was recently finished. It was not quite ready to host guests. The room was nice but it was very simple and basic with no frills. Breakfast was not included and the price was on the higher side of what competitors offered with the breakfast included. I had stayed at Octant Furnas in the past and thought that was a better value for the price.

Beautiful, tranquil setting, excellent breakfast, attentive staff.

Le cadre superbe, les logements spacieux

Le petit déjeuner non inclus, c’est décevant par rapport au prix de la chambre (même si on savait et que ce n’était pas une surprise)

Beautiful property and excellent staff

Nothing

The property, the room, design and decor, dinner was really excellent!! Loved the goats and hydrangeas and staff as well!!

A heated pool and spa which I know is coming soon

Location, stuff, beds

Might be chilly because aircondition is not very strong.

Location close to Furnas lake

As soon as we arrived, we felt quite pressured to decide whether we would have dinner. We were asked to choose in advance both the exact time and what we wanted to eat. The same happened with breakfast—we had to specify the exact time we would go, which made it difficult to relax and enjoy the experience freely. Regarding the room, we were offered an “upgrade,” but we were placed in the first bungalow next to the reception, with zero privacy since there were no curtains in the living room. As for the amenities, the bungalow felt quite outdated, especially the bathroom, which was rather old. The breakfast price was excessive—€20 per person—when in most hotels it is already included. Dinner was also very expensive, and on top of that, we were asked to leave a tip of 10%, 15%, or 20%. Overall, there are many hotels with a much better value for money. This was a disappointing experience.

Rustig gelegen, comfortabel huisje

Veel mieren in het huis, ontbijt voor €20 pp niet in verhouding tot kwaliteit, alles wordt extra in rekening gebracht. Prijs-kwaliteit niet in verhouding

Gemütliche, stilvolle Unterkunft in ruhiger Lage, exzellente Küche, Personal spricht sehr gut Englisch und erklärt alles Erforderliche sehr gut.

Die angebotene Leistung ist sehr gut, aber das Preisniveau liegt noch etwas über dem angebotenen Level Gartenarbeiter haben Montag morgens vor unserem Zimmer recht lautstark gearbeitet.

Stunning stay in an incredible location. The location is right by the lake, with nature all around. The perfect end to our trip

Do verde e da tranquilidade .Ótimo para relaxar.

Le cadre, le style de la maison, l’emplacement dans les bois.

Travaux en cours pendant notre séjour.

Superb surroundings and unique chalet setting. Great breakfast and friendly staff.

It’s rather overprice for the offered amenities in the room. You pay for the setting and relaxing location.

Very welcoming staff - pool is starting to get aged compared to the pic but there is Sauna being built. We got upgrade for free for the inconvenience of the ongoing work. Location is very nice to hike around the lake and visit furnas. Very quiet and embedded in nature.

unique spaces with comfortable vibes. the pool area and spa was under construction but we still think it was worth it. would like to return when the spa facility are up and running. lovely garden spaces as well - would be a great wedding or private party destination

that there was construction - they were polite about the noise but it would have been nice to have the facilities up and running - would return to take advantage of them

From the moment you arrive at Furnas Lake Forest Living, you feel a sense of calm. The reception was easy to find and we received a very warm welcome and explanation of the property, then were guided to our house. It was a very personal experience and I appreciated the attentiveness of the staff. The houses are secure, quiet, immaculately clean, and situated in a stunning forested area. There are even koi fish in the moat around the houses. All of the finishings were thoughtful and on brand for the location. We were able to enjoy the a la carte breakfast prior to checking out, and it was both delicious and satisfying. I'm very sad that we were unable to secure a reservation for dinner due to a conflicting reservation, but that just means we are due for a trip back! They are working on a spa and additional houses, which will make an already spectacular experience even better, I'm sure. Obrigada for making us feel right at home during our short stay. Can't wait to visit again (for longer this time).

Natuurlijke locatie

Restaurant nogal gecompliceerde menu en altijd hetzelfde als je 5 d blijft maar prachtig zitten

Excellent location and atmosphere

For price we paid per night, was disappointing not to have breakfast included. Would have been nice to have been warned about building work going on too as noise from this was very noticeable in an atmosphere that is otherwise so peaceful.

Beautiful property. The room was spacious and clean. We had dinner at the hotel and it was excellent. The breakfast was also very good.

The room was large and in a really nice, quiet location. It’s surrounded by nature which added to the experience.

The room needs maintenance. The bin mechanism was broken, the walls need repainting, parts of the wall are deteriorating, the bathroom glass has mineral build up, under the sink is rusting, among other minor things. They are adding more units and a spa to the hotel, which is good, but they should work on the existing rooms and maintenance first in my opinion.

wonderful location in the middle of the forest but a short walk from Furnas lake, good pool and nice restaurant with high expensive but very quality food and drink - our daughter loved the added bonus of the animals on site

some building work going on currently which very slightly effects the outlook from the accommodation and restaurant, im sure this will soon be completed and is a minor point which did not adversely effect the enjoyment of our stay

Personnel eh restaurant

Forte humidité dans la chambre Travaux en cours autour de la piscine

Quiet relaxing accommodation; unique and spacious accommodations; so close to Lake Furnas to be able to walk there!

Would have been nice to have a spa or other amenities; got charged extra for dinner and had to inform staff to be refunded

Un endroit incroyable et improbable. Ces cabanes modernes au milieu d'un cadre idyllique sont très confortables et très agréables. On se sent en pleine nature dans un endroit luxueux. Le restaurant est top, le personnel au petits soins.

Rien, c'était parfait !

It is a perfect quiet location a short drive from the town of Furnas. It is cleaned daily with fresh bed linen and towels and coffee capsules.

There are construction works going on from 8:30 on the site - so expect the sound of cement mixer, drilling and pounding and occasional shoutouts and loud conversations from the workers. This makes hanging out at the property impossible unless you want to hear all those sounds - you can of course close the windows - they are sound-proof - but it kind of kills the purpose of staying here to be close to nature. It would be nice to have been infirmed about it before arrival.

We really loved our stay at Furnas. The hotel staff was nice and helpful, breakfast buffet was excellent (it didn’t vary over the 5 days though), the cabin was great and we made good use of our kitchenette (microwave didn’t work). The pool isn’t heated and the weather gets a bit chilly in certain days but it’s not profound so it wasn’t too bad. The hotel proposed a zip line activity which was a lot of fun. The restaurant was only upon reservation at night (4 or 6 course menu) and quite pricey, you had to cook your own lunch or take the car to go downtown 15mn from there. I scored comfort slightly down because of the 2 new buildings they were building literally next to our cabin, the noise would go on all day and didn’t even stop during lunchtime which made it complicated to use the balcony… but all in all an amazing experience!

L’appartement était très spacieux, calme et environnement reposant

Pas d’accès wifi depuis l’appartement uniquement à l’accueil

We enjoyed family stay here, want to come back

The rooms are big with kitchen, very serene forest and just across from the lake. The food at the restaurant was excellent.

Le salle de bain avait une terrible odeur d'urine. Nous avons informé le housekeeping, mais rien est fait. L'odeur était trés forte.

Incredibly beautiful! The rooms are private, unique and comfortable. The location is out of town in a tranquil setting with wildlife and lush gardens.

The owner approached us as we were strolling the gardens and asked if we needed help. It was a bit of putting as it stated on the website that we were free to explore. Her approach could have been less inquisitive . She asked if we were guests right away as if we were just intruding. For the cost of the facilities, I would expect to feel more welcomed. Once she knew we were guests she tried to chit chat but at that point we were a bit offended.

Interesting area of volcanic hot springs. Great evening meal.

CONSTRUCTION. Why do hotels not tell you before you arrive?

Glorious, magical location in an enchanted forest.

Temporarily, there is building work happening to create a beautiful spa and more cabins. The work goes on 9.00 - 13.00 and 15.00 - 17.00 more or less - so don't expect magical silence during these hours. ( But they work relatively quietly as they are doing one cabin at a time - and it is not intrusive visually. )

Unique lodging. "At one with nature" feel. Farm to table dining. Excellent staff. Very clean.

Excellent breakfast but a tad expensive.

Furnas Lake Forest Living is the perfect place to stay when you visit Sao Miguel—especially for travelers seeking a good balance of comfort and independence. First, the location is absolutely to die for—convenience-wise, it’s right across from the lake and from Mata Jardim Jose do Canto, and a very short drive from the town of Furnas proper. Beauty-wise, you feel like you are being embraced by the forest when you stay here. The grounds are just so lovely and peaceful, even on the Azores’ more foggy days. Second, the room I stayed in (Oak studio) was excellent. It even had a little kitchen, which I was not expecting and was a very welcome bonus. It feels more like staying in a small apartment than a hotel room—even though the extremely lovely and helpful staff are just around the corner and happy to bring you anything you need. For example, I always find the mattresses abroad to be hard and tough on my back, and the staff made up my bed with an extra mattress topper and blankets to increase the softness :) Third, the food is incredible. The dinner was the best meal I had the whole time I was on the island, and the breakfasts offer a ton of variety. I would love a recipe for that banana jam! There were so many nice touches—like the little arrangements of greenery and flowers pruned from their grounds that they put in the rooms and all over the property, or the jars of green tea and butter cookies left in your room when you check in. After my stay at Furnas Lake, I spent two nights at Octant Furnas—a larger, “fancier” hotel with more amenities—and I honestly did not enjoy it half as much. The more resort-y vibe of Octant simply didn’t mesh nearly as well with the feeling of the Azores and of the island. Sao Miguel is a unique destination that requires a unique hotel. Furnas Lake’s eco-conscious focus, coupled with its exceptional hospitality, is the answer. I really felt like a special guest on someone’s beautiful estate, and in fact almost like an old friend. I hope to be back someday!

J’ai tout aimé de mon expérience au Furnas Lake. L’expérience en soit vaut tellement la peine. Je recommande à tout le monde de séjourner là-bas le souper et également une expérience incroyable que je recommande.

Came here on our honeymoon and were given the warmest welcome. The setting was beautiful and serene. We liked wandering through the gardens before dinner at the excellent on site restaurant. There is a large park right next to the hotel and I liked going for a run around the lake in the mornings. Everything was so great, we chose to extend our stay by another night!

Impeccable. I wanted a nice upscale stay and the well known hotel with the garden was not super accommodating when I called them to reschedule my trip, in fact they were rude. I decided to take a chance and find somewhere else and did I find a gem! We stayed in the Villa. It was incredible and the grounds were stunning. A short walk to the lake as well. I have a feeling this is an up and coming place that will be tough to book in the future, stay here, it’s an incredible stay. The people make the place as well, sweet, kind and genuine

The location. Set in a tranquil valley surrounded by forested hills, this is a very relaxing place to spend a few days. Although the restaurant is not open every evening there is a good selection of places to eat just 10minutes drive drive in the small town of Furness. The popular restaurants are busy at times so booking in advance is recommended, although on two nights our family group of 7 found no problem finding somewhere without advance booking. Very helpful friendly staff A hire car is essential as public transport is very limited in this corner of the island.

There is little to say. All good! The facilities are being improved with the addition of a spa, under construction while we were there. Not having the restaurant open every evening is a mild inconvenience - someone has to forgo wine or beer inorder to drive to the local restaurants

Very very nice location and super helpful and friendly staff. Situated ideally in very charming and calming surroundings near to Furnas Lake for very nice blocks. Excellent restaurant and breakfast.

Rooms were nice and clean.

At room you can smell the MOLD all the time. Even with the Air-dryer machine the mold is in the air and you can smell it from the sheets and towels. Reception did not do nothing about it.

This place is in a beautiful location close to Furnas lake. We stayed in a cedar villa as a family of 2 adults and 2 kids. The villa is clean and comfortable. It has 1 bedroom, and a pull out bed in the living room. The living room unfortunately doesn’t have curtains, so it meant our kids woke up as soon as it was light outside. I did ask at reception about curtains or blinds, but they explained that it’s a living area and not a sleeping area. Just be aware of this - it’s great for couples, perhaps less suited for families. The breakfasts were delicious, not a buffet but they made as much of everything as we wanted and had a good selection of hot and cold fresh, local options including pastries/cakes baked onsite which were amazing. Their home made granola was also amazing! Tea and coffee were provided in the room, but not milk - take your own if you like milk with your tea/coffee. I did ask at reception about this too, and they explained that because the room comes with a kitchenette, they don’t provide milk. But they were happy to give us a small jug from the restaurant which gave us time to get our own later. The main reason why I haven’t given more stars is due to the price. I booked quite far in advance which was probably a mistake - I paid over €400 per night which is at least 20% more than I paid for any of the other places we stayed in Sao Miguel, which were just as good as (or better than) this one. Sao Miguel has some amazing options! If you can get a fair price, then this is a great option in a beautiful spot for couples.

Fantastic hotel just outside the town of Furnas. This was the perfect starting place to explore the island and enjoy all the beautiful nature it has to offer. Very serene and welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff who gave us some great recommendations for sights to see and things to do.

excellent staff, service & breakfast. Property a bit tired, but it is about to be renovated. Hopefully that will deal with the humidity in the rooms

humidity

Gorgeous location and facility- wish we had been able to try the restaurant but we came on days that it was closed. Would recommend this space - our rooms were large and spacious, we had a little deck to enjoy as well as a kitchenette. Staff was incredibly warm and helpful and gave us great recommendations on places to eat and explore.

The floor was a little mildew-y just from the moisture within the space, not super strong but you could catch whiffs of it here and there. Otherwise everything was wonderful.

My wife and I had an excellent stay. Sara the receptionist was delightful and helpful. The garden is amazing

Beautiful, scenic location that captures the beauty of Furnas. Located very close to a lake, nature park and thermal baths, it is in an ideal location for many hot spots of the island.

Amazing hotel with great scenery. Staff were really friendly and helpful with local recommendations. Would highly recommend and would stay again!!

Beautifully located to enjoy the pleasures of fabulous Furnas. Located close to the lake on a gorgeous rural setting. We had a lovely dinner in the restaurant on the first night.

We didn’t self cater during our 2 night stay. Facilities to self cater pretty basic and functional.

Friendly staff Beautiful landscape & pool Cute bats at night Close to activities Great communication

Cabin could include additional knives and updated sandwich press/skillet

Almost everything

Slow reception procedures

My family stayed in the Chestnut house for two nights in June. We wanted to get out of the city for a few nights and this was a great place to do it. The Furnas area is beautiful, and the grounds of the hotel are so peaceful. We ate at the hotel both nights which was very delicious and also enjoyed the breakfast. The location so close to the hot springs (we tried both!), the lake, and the to the town of Furnas was wonderful. All the staff were friendly and helpful as well. Highly recommend!

Peaceful, Beautiful location and fantastic bird song

Drying clothes was a problem especially when staying for more than a few days - high humidity means clothes that are damp are hard to dry in the cabin. A dehumidifier would be a great addition

Beautiful property, with own house, secluded but in the forest. Excellent hospitality and delicious cuisine. Close to the caldeiras in Furnas, great for hiking.

You know you’re in trouble when the host boasts that the bartender is supposedly rated in the top 10 in Portugal as soon as you sit down and then he doesn’t know how to make a basic drink. The dining room decor is appealing but the food was bland and we left hungry. We also said in advance one member of our party was gluten free and almost all the food contained bread. The appetizer was inedible. Not worth the drive out of tone or the expense. The people who run this place should focus more on the actual dining experience than telling you how good they think they are.

Everything was to our expectation and liking.

If you want a nice place close to Furnas this is highly recommended.

Enchanting forest location

Not great plant based options for breakfast- porridge and fruit ..the whole island is behind in offering plant based food, so was good we cook in our cabin

Lovely setting with lush green forest, beautifully kept grounds, comfortable beds, super tasty breakfast.

The studio we rented for our children had an overwhelming mildew smell, which detracted considerably from the relaxing experience. Also, it felt as if the interior of the Japanese villa we also rented had received less attention than you would expect for this price. The dining table literally collapsed and the plastic fridge was visible in the kitchen.

I popped into the restaurant to have something to eat and drink before going on a hike. Although the restaurant was officially closed the very pleasant ladies in reception offered to make me a coffee from their machine. She then offered me the cheese board that they provide as room service to their staying guests. This was no ordinary cheese platter! Several varieties with fruits, flowers and a jelly all sourced locally. Served with thin crispy bread wafers. Amazingly delicious. So not only was i very grateful for the service, despite actually being closed, but the food was lovely.

What an absolute dream of a space - inside and out! We loved every minute of our stay at Furnas Lake Forest Living. The location is a perfect home base for getting around the island, exploring hot springs, and hiking. There are several local hikes within walking distance or 5-10 mins driving. The decor is sleek and comfortable with lovely attention to detail. We also had breakfast and dinner at the restaurant which is a MUST-- the best food we had during our stay. We'd highly recommend Furnas and are eager to return as well.

The location is great when you have car. Nature is beautiful. The architecture of the complex.The working staff was very friendly.

there was a damp smell in the room, which was not successfully masked by the air freshener. strange solution for an eco hotel. It was our third location on the island( in this price category) and the breakfast was very weak. And it was not included, considering the price I don't think it's appropriate. It’s not 4 star hotel, and the price was too high for accommodation. the staff did not offer any entertainment, did not tell us about local special places (we have something to compare with, they showed us a lot in other hotels). But they were friendly.

Myself (28) and my Dad stayed for 2 nights towards the end of our week on Sao Miguel. The location is incredible, a short walk from the lake, in the forrest and the grounds are filled with their own vegetable garden and animals. Our rooms were spacious, clean and had fantastic views. The owners and staff were incredibly kind and helpful and made us feel very welcome. The final shout out would be for the evening meal, which truly was delicious. I couldn't recommend more :)