This house is beyond imagination. The perfect retreat, in the perfect location. Trust me, you will love it.
The house itself is immaculate and no detail has been over-looked - from the antique furnishings and perfect lighting (note; all lights are on dimmers so that you can adjust it for every mood!), to way that the house blends perfectly into the forest surrounding it.
Situated within a breath-taking nature reserve, you wake up each morning to be greeted by the fresh forest air and subtle sounds of the jungle around you (or if you are a late sleeper, you might be greeted by the houses' live-in Macaws who will be ready to come out to play!). At night you can lie outside by the fire, gazing at the stars.
You can spend your day lazing by the pool, drinking in the tranquility of the reserve or gazing at the breath-taking view of the surrounding mountains. At night the far mountains are lit by the lights of the favela and if you listen closely you can hear the music from the city gently drifting across the valley.
The house itself you won't want to leave, but it should be said that the entire village is captivating. Each house has been so masterfully built to be a part of the natural landscape that if you haven't been there before, you genuinely would not know it was there.
For those who want the specifics:
- The house is a literal 10 minute drive from Leblon, 15 minutes will get you into the heart of Rio - easily.
- The road to the house is raw and unsealed, small cars will make it (slowly) but a four-wheeled drive is recommended.
- There are bush-walking tracks across the entire reserve, for example, 20 minutes of brisk up-hill walking will get you to the Vista Chineza look out.
- Bring food - heaps of it. There are no shops in the village and you won't want to leave. So bring plenty of supplies.
This house is the perfect retreat. Marilene is the perfect host and will make you feel completely at home. You will not be disappointed.