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Vila Santa Teresa

Boutique
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Vila Santa Teresa is a private boutique home set in the estate of the Monteiro de Carvalho family, located in the bohemian neighbourhood of Santa Teresa.

The property is a countryside retreat in the heart of Rio with stunning views over Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay below. Vila Santa Teresa has seven rooms and suites individually furnished, some with private balconies and views overlooking the pool and city and others over the extensive gardens. There are plenty of social areas including a large open plan living room and dining room that lead out to the pool. A wooden deck with loungers surround the pool and offer stunning views.

Why we like Vila Santa Teresa

Vila Santa Teresa is a beautiful property furnished to a high standard, with the utmost attention to detail and complete flexibility. There is no standard check-in and out time, breakfast is served daily any time before midday, home-cooked lunch and dinner can be arranged in the garden overlooking the Christ statute or as an intimate candle-lit experience. Rent the whole villa and stay with family and friends or take just a room, options are flexible.

Facilities

Library room
Dining room
Open plan living room
Cellar bar and basement lounge
Extensive gardens
Tennis court
Outdoor swimming pool and terrace
Massage and spa treatments
Private car drop and collect service

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