Villa 21 is an irresistible place for those seeking to immerse themselves in Itacaré´s natural beauty…as well as gorgeous views out to sea, the villa is also surrounded by lush green Atlantic Rainforest.
From the bedrooms to the TV room, every room in this 860m² villa is cozy with unpretentious décor throughout. There are Brazilian and Scandinavian touches everywhere, with pieces of art and furniture designed by local artisans and Brazilian designers.
The central bungalow´s ground floor houses the living room, an open plan kitchen, the veranda and an infinity pool, while the master suite and the adjoining children´s room are located in the mezzanine. There are a further five bedrooms in the other bungalows and which are linked by decked pathways. There is also a lovely garden from which to enjoy yoga sessions, reading or simply meditating.
The villa is part of the neighboring Hotel Barracuda, one of the best hotels in the area, so guests can make use of all its facilities. The villa´s staff includes a housekeeper and a daily cleaner but guests can also use the hotel´s host service, transport within the condominium as well as the tennis courts. The Barracuda team can arrange trips in the local area, massages, meals and any other needs the guests may have.
Visiting Paraty is a cultural treat and staying in Villa 12 makes the cultural experience even more special. The villa is ideally located near Paraty’s main pier and within walking distance from all the shops and restaurants. The villa’s owner is co-founder of one of Brazil’s top interior design agencies and he has ensured it is tastefully decorated with exquisite antique furniture and art.
This elegant villa has six en-suite bedrooms, an open plan kitchen and bright rooms overlooking an internal garden with a pool…this is a rarity in Paraty houses. It is an oasis from which to escape the world and recharge your batteries. The staff includes a cook, a cleaner and a waiter.
We recommend you hire the villa’s boat with its skipper, to visit the many stunning bays and tropical islands in the area.
Villa 14 is a mere 10 minutes by boat from Paraty’s historic centre. It is located on its own private beach and surrounded by lush Atlantic rainforest gardens with stunning views out to the bay of Paraty. The villa is Portuguese colonial in style and tastefully blends modern furniture with antique art.
The villa oozes charm and is an idyllic hideaway from which to immerse yourself in nature. The views out to the bay of Paraty and the surrounding rainforest are simply stunning and if you are feeling active you can paddle board, swim in the emerald green sea or simply take a walk through the rainforest.
Those who walk past the entrance to Villa 15, will have no idea what a beautiful oasis awaits them beyond the simple blue and white façade. From the outside, the villa´s size is deceptive as you would not imagine it occupies a large part of a block of the historic center of Paraty. It has a sauna and a pool (a rarity in Paraty houses), making it the ideal place to enjoy a rest after a day of sightseeing or simply a lazy day at home.
You can also hire the villa´s very own schooner (at an extra cost) to explore the beautiful islands, bays and beaches around Paraty´s bay. When out on the boat, we suggest you use the villa´s beach facilities on Cotia island.
If you wish to bring a group of friends to a stunning location in a beautiful house, we suggest combining Villa 11 and 14.
One side of the property has a three bedroomed converted boat house overlooking the beautiful bay and the other side of the property has a gorgeous colonial style farmhouse with tasteful interiors boasting gorgeous Brazilian art and furniture. The combined villas have nine en-suite bedrooms and are the only houses on a beautiful private beach.
Access to the villas can only be made by boat across the beautiful emerald green waters of Paraty´s bay. Once at this paradise location, we suggest you enjoy everything it has to offer, from lazy days on the beach to walks through the villa´s stunning tropical gardens (which boast the ruins of an Imperial Portuguese fort), as well as making use of the sauna, paddle boards and the gym. Pizza nights and barbecues in the outdoor eating area are a must, as are the freshly caught scallops from the local sustainable marine farm in Pouso da Cajaíba.
Villa 18 is located near São Bento do Sapucaí and is 40 minutes from Campos do Jordão. It is the perfect place from which to enjoy a unique experience in the Brazilian mountains.
The design of this house resembles a converted barn which has been clad in steel and surrounded by glass. This special contemporary design was masterminded by Marcio Kogan. The interior décor has a myriad of homely details which makes this a very cosy retreat surrounded by green hills.
There are six en-suite bedrooms, a gym, an indoor heated swimming pool, a wet sauna, a fireplace and other rooms which are ideal for spending your days in total peace and quiet. There is also a beach tennis court, a tree house and a trampoline which are fun for all ages.
The house is set in a large magical garden which has butter cups, hydrangea bushes, bromeliads and other flowers typical of this region.
One of the things that makes villa 8 so special is its location in the mountains near Rio. However, what really makes this such a special place is its history, which dates back to 1850 when it was built as the Main house on a coffee plantation.
Recently, the singer Lenny Kravitz fell in love with the house. He was on a music tour of Brazil and instead of spending one night at the house he ended up spending six months there, subsequently buying it and then restoring it to its former glory.
There are a number of historical ruins in the garden and inside Lenny has used his love for design to create a contemporary look which is full of character. There are pieces of art and furniture which remind you of Brazilian architects Sergio Rodrigues and Oscar Niemeyer as well as rare pieces of furniture such as a chair which belonged to Andy Warhol and Ingmar Bergman´s piano.
Villa 8 has everything you need to immerse in nature while surrounded by total peace and quiet. A highlight of the property is its vegetable garden which provides fresh vegetables for the duration of your stay.
As Lenny Karvitz said in an interview to Architectural Digest; “it is a place from which to disconnect and re-think life”.
Villa 10 takes you back in time to Brazil´s 19th century colonial past. This grand mansion is located on a farm which was an important sugar and coffee plantation from the 1800s onwards. The property also has the second most important historical sugar mill in Brazil. Nowadays the farm breeds Mangalarga Marchador horses.
Every detail of this house is impressive and it is one of the most extraordinary rural properties in Brazil. It has been impeccably renovated both externally and internally and decorated tastefully with period furniture, carpets, rare porcelain objects and other period pieces.
There are a range of activities which match the relaxed nature of this farm: pool, hot tub, sauna, barbecue area, games room, and a cosy sitting room with a fireplace. There is of course the option to go horse riding. This is a great way to explore the area which is surrounded by lush green vegetation so typical of the Paty do Alferes carioca region.