Located in the protected UNESCO site of Mata Atlantica along the Rio de Contas, this stunning home’s conceptual purity and great architectural design eliminates any artifice, conveying a feeling of lightness and rustic refinement. Built by local craftsmen using traditional building techniques and all natural materials, the unique platform construction immerses you completely within the tropical forest treeline with stunning panoramic views over the Mata Atlantica the Rio de Contas and the Atlantic Ocean . Combining straightforward contemporary and traditional Brazilian design and unique open air configurations, it’s a seamless translation of materials and structure with a palpable sense of openness and a spare, zen like approach to modern sophistication.  Laid out over two floors, the traditional folded palm roof and oversized sliding and pivoting wood doors open all of the living spaces out into the environment. Lightly furnished with a mix of contemporary classics and beautiful locally handcrafted pieces, it’s modern and stylish but not at all fussy. The main living space with kitchen opens out to the spacious terrace and open living platform where you can dine, lounge and enjoy the views. The en suite master bedroom and separate guest room are on the second floor with fresh open air terraces and can sleep up to four. The pool rises over five meters from the ground and juts out over the jungle giving the feeling of swimming into the endless horizon. Understated style and architectural expression meet in complete harmony with the environment here.    ADDITIONAL FEATURES One sentiment here….unplug. No internet, no TV. Breakfast served daily, housekeeping, and optional laundry services. Additional optional services include: private chef, lunch and dinner (R$300 per person excl. alcoholic beverages), massage (R$180 per person), Yoga lesson (R$100 per person), boat transfers to and from the village through river (R$25 one way), airport transfers, car and sports equipment rental. Security and parking.      AROUND  Situated on the outskirts of the quickly emerging former fishing village of Itacara in southern Bahia, The Cacao Coast along the Atlantic in Brazil is one of the most stunning and wild stretches of coastline in the state. The charming coastal town of Serra Grande lies to the south with endless rainforest adventure all around including Cachoeira do Tijuipe waterfall. The larger town of Ilheus is under an hour away to the south and the stunning UNESCO city of Salvador is to the north and can be reached by ferry or over land within a few hours.   LOCATION Itacare, Bahia, Brazil. Nearest Airport: Ilheus Jorge Amado Airport (1 Hr.)

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