Casa de los Balcones

A Canarian home shaped by wood and craft

Casa de los Balcones is one of La Orotava’s most recognizable historic houses, but its carved wooden exterior is only the beginning of the visit. Step into the Canarian courtyard and the house opens around a timber gallery, tropical plants, and rooms arranged to evoke domestic life on Tenerife in the late 19th century.

The site also keeps local craft in view. Calado, the intricate drawn-thread lace associated with the islands, is part of the house’s identity, alongside embroidery, ceramics, and traditional clothing. Nearby historic houses extend the experience into a broader complex of architecture and craft, giving visitors a way to connect the town’s carved balconies with the skills and customs that shaped everyday Canarian life.