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.
St Barth Villa 1 spreads its 1,600 m² on various levels across the dune slopes of Saline Beach. With two pools, six bedrooms and gourmet cuisine, it is a great choice for family or friends’ celebrations. The wild and beautiful beach of Saline is just 7 minutes ‘walk away and Gustavia is around 10 minutes’ drive away.
This villa is located on Itapororoca beach which is hidden away from Trancoso´s busy Quadrado (central square), making it a perfect peaceful haven. The sea is calm – ideal for leisurely tropical beach walks.
The villa was designed by David Bastos (a renowned Brazilian architect). One of its most striking features is its pool which curves around the main living areas of the villa. It is around this pool that you will start the day with a delicious Bahian breakfast.
The villa is designed to connect with nature with its large doors and glass windows which open on to a lush tropical garden. Its location next to the sea ensures the house and gardens are freshened by the gentle sea breeze. The villa´s sophisticated beach like décor consists of shades of white interspersed with colour and locally crafted art objects.
This is the ideal property for gathering a group of friends. It has 7 en suite bedrooms – three of these are stand-alone bungalows for those who like total privacy. It also has a spacious drawing room and a separate TV room.
Villa 27 is located on the road linking the Quadrado (central square in Trancoso) to Coqueiros beach. It is an oasis amidst the exuberant lush tropical vegetation…the ideal location for those who want to be near the trendy Quadrado restaurants and the beach, while also enjoying peace and quiet and total privacy with a gorgeous view of the sea.
With its tasteful, understated décor, this is one of the most charming houses in Trancoso.
Everything in the villa is in harmony: the sitting room opens on to a veranda which overlooks the pool. This is surrounded by comfortable cushions, creating an external seating area – the ideal location for watching the ever changing green shades of the sea.
The 5 en-suite bedrooms are spacious, airy, comfortable and tastefully decorated. It is hard to choose a favourite.