Paraty Villa 12

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 ample 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.

Paraty Villa 15

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.

Paraty, Villa 19

The experience of staying in a colonial house in the Historic Center of Paraty is, in itself, the perfect reason to visit this enchanting coastal town. What sets this villa apart is its quiet location, tucked away from the town´s bustling activity, as well as the picturesque sea views from some of the bedrooms.

This intimate are meticulously preserved house and its attention to detail is exquisite. The highlights include; beautiful china plates which adorn the table for unhurried lunches, gorgeous views from the bedrooms, and the opportunity to lose oneself in a good book in a cozy room while the vibrant life of Paraty carries on outside.

Another highlight is its small garden with a pool, which is a rarity in the city’s houses. These exclusive touches make this villa an exceptional retreat.

Paraty, Villa 20

There should be a separate category to describe our Villa 20, a house on a private and paradise-like beach on the outskirts of Paraty. Something that evokes cinema and those locations we swear aren’t real. In other words, something extraordinary.

This is a grand villa, and we’re not just talking about the 405,000 square meters of land, which starts at the sea and rises into the forest. Nor about the complete and incredibly helpful team, or the amazing collection religious memorabilia that fills each of the spaces with personality.

Here, every detail is meticulously thought out to make the experience truly unforgettable, from a coffee served in a memorable way to the perfectly pressed bed linen in the early moments of the day. The suites are spread across four fully equipped Villas on the property, ensuring complete privacy.

Above all, Villa 20 is an invitation to forget about the outside world and enjoy magical moments with friends or family, whether with your feet in the sand or participating in any of the many leisure activities. And the list is vast: there’s a pool, hot tub, soccer field, massage room, and much more.

The gastronomy is another chapter worth highlighting. The menu is complete and satisfies a wide variety of culinary desires, along with a great kids menu. The experience continues with meals al mare, with amazing lunches served aboard the property’s schooner – which must be rented separately. And for pizza nights, how about a team trained by one of São Paulo’s best pizzaiolos?

Finally, Paraty is about a ten-minute boat ride from this paradise, but we guarantee you won’t want to leave Villa 20, not even for a few seconds. After all, a movie-like setting that becomes reality should be enjoyed to the fullest!

Santo André Villa 01

If your idea of a perfect holiday is to stay in a villa by the sea, yet in a totally private location, then this is the ideal house for you.

The villa´s location is special: it sits on a stretch of beach in Santo André village, in the south of the state of Bahia. It is the perfect house from which to enjoy a relaxing holiday away from the stresses of the outside world.

It is a recent build and includes a main house with three chalets spread around the spacious grounds. It has a beach tennis court, for those who might like an active morning of sport and a fabulous pool for those who want to spend a relaxing afternoon reading or swimming.  There is also an outdoor pizza area, ideal for al fresco dinners and star gazing on clear nights.

Santo André Villa 02

Spending a season on the beach in Santo André is special, but imagine spending it in a gorgeous villa on the banks of the river, waking up in the mornings and plunging into the river, having lunch while listening to the gentle ripples of the water and ending the day with a waterside cocktail with a soft breeze to cool you down.

This is the ideal place for those seeking an unpretentious relaxed holiday with family or good friends. It is a homely villa with a fantastic outdoor area with bedrooms located in the main house but also in two external chalets which adds to the feeling of total privacy. One of the chalets is located next to the river.

São Sebastião, Villa 17

Villa 17 is a special retreat on the north coast of São Paulo. Tucked away within a gated condominium on Cigarras Beach in São Sebastião, it offers both security and complete privacy, thanks to its discreet location in a quiet corner of the development.

Perfect for large family gatherings or holidays with friends, this large property starts on a hilltop and flows down to the sea. Once you arrive, you will find it hard to leave – and why would you want to? With a swimming pool, sauna, and private pier, all embraced by the gentle sea breeze, there is everything you need for a perfect beach holiday.

The interiors are just as exceptional, with décor full of personality and thoughtful nods to the worlds of cinema and art.

After a day spent gazing out to sea, favourite drink in hand, there’s nothing quite like a pizza night beneath the stars, accompanied by the soothing sounds of the waves.

Serra da Mantiqueira, Villa 18

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.

In addition, the house is set in a large magical garden, with buttercups, hydrangeas, bromeliads and other flowers typical of the region.

Serra Fluminense Villa 08

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”.