O Sitio Ilha Grande, Angra and Ilha Grande

Location

Ilha Grande (Angra and Ilha Grande, Brazil)

Description

A secluded small pousada amongst the shade of bamboo and banana trees in the quiet bay of Abraãozinho, a 10 minute boat journey from Vila do Abraão. There are 8 rooms, an indoor and outdoor dining area, lovely outdoor terrace and an indoor communal area with comfy sofas, beautiful coffee table books and a bar. The main house also has an upstairs reading and relaxing area with a TV and a selection of games. Access is usually by boat but it is also possible to walk to Abraão (30-45 minutes) along a rugged forest trail. As it involves crossing 3 beaches it is only possible at low tide and not recommended at night.

Activities

There is a private swimming area off the beach where boats are not allowed and kayaks and paddle boards are available to use. Excursions to nearby islands, snorkelling excursions, and hikes around the island can all be organised locally.

Accommodation

The 8 rooms are split between two houses separate to the main house, one has 3 rooms and the other has 5, including a Master suite. The rooms are all slightly different and are simple, but comfortable, and have no TV or a minibar (with the exception of the Master suite which has a fridge), but have a safe and outdoor terrace with a hammock. The Master suite is the best room, it is on 2 floors with an open-plan sitting room, kitchenette and dining area, and terrace downstairs, and an upstairs bedroom with a king double bed, bathroom, balcony and sea view.

Our comments

It is not a 5* hotel but the service is first class and very personal, and the pousada is very quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the town, yet not too isolated.