European Chalet in the Forest · Slides and Fireplace

Entire chalet in Ilhabela, Brazil

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Jeannine
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

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Charming 42 m² wooden chalet, 2 bedrooms with air-conditioning (hot and cold) and 32” smart TV, 1 Gb Fiber Wi-Fi, and 2 balconies — one at the entrance and one in the master bedroom. The living room has a fireplace, 50” smart TV with Netflix and YouTube, a retractable and reclining sofa, and 2 skylights where you can see toucans and parrots. The kitchen is equipped with the essentials to prepare your own meals.

The space
A rustic tropical ranch, a great option for those who want to stay close to the beaches of Ilhabela, in the middle of a green area with a waterfall practically on the balcony, ideal for those seeking contact with nature, peace, tranquility and to recharge their batteries.

The site was one of the island's great tourist attractions in the 80s/90s and today we share the old water park exclusively with our guests. The river has three waterfalls. Two of them divide the river into two pools with weak currents most of the time, forming natural pools. The upper bank of the river is spacious, perfect for sunbathing after a swim, and features a large waterslide for adventurers.

As the river cuts through the terrain, access to the other side is via a bridge, which leads to trails in the Atlantic Forest. Other attractions of the space include two additional natural pools with a slide: a small and shallow one, ideal for children or for those who just want to wet their feet; and a larger and deeper one, with a long slide.

Spread across the land, inside the site, we have 8 independent accommodations, each with exclusive rent:

Dog-friendly accommodations:

Two-story chalet: overlooking the stars from the queen-size bed, its own barbecue, accommodates up to 2 people.

White house: surrounded by a wall, with a yard, pool and barbecue; accommodates up to 6 people. It has 2 en-suites, the first floor with a king-size bed and bathtub overlooking the stars. Large balcony on the first floor with pool table and river gazebo.

European chalet: completely wooden, with fireplace, located among our pine forest; accommodates up to 4 people, with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

Accommodations in the 2-story complex/building (no pets allowed):

Cococana Apartment: on two floors; ground floor with kitchen, dining and living room, large balcony overlooking the main part of the river; first floor with suite, king size bed, balcony overlooking the river and bathroom with panoramic bathtub. Max. 2 people.

Flat 1 and Flat 2: located on the first floor of the complex, overlooking the river and the stars. Flat 2 is larger, sleeps up to 4 people; Flat 1 sleeps up to 2 people.

Flat 3: on the ground floor, overlooking the river, adapted for wheelchairs, baby strollers, etc.
Suite: also on the ground floor, more economical price range, with bedroom, bathroom and small balcony at the back of the complex, next to the shared barbecue.

Guest access
Guests of this listing will have access to all outdoor areas and attractions of the old water park, such as the river area with a waterslide, the natural pools with waterslides, the barbecue grills, the game room, and the trails in the woods across the river. Access to other accommodations and their private areas is only allowed for guests in the same group or with permission/invitation from the person renting.

Other things to note
We are in the midst of nature, with several species of animals and the natural “dirt” of the forest (leaves, dust from the trees). Colorful birds (parrots, toucans, woodpeckers), butterflies, wild animals and insects are part of the scenery, including spiders that weave their webs from day to night in the outdoor areas. Due to nature, it is not possible to keep the outdoor areas 100% free of dust or leaves, as the wind always brings new debris.

We also have the borrachudos, typical of Ilhabela. We recommend using repellent every 30 minutes to better enjoy your stay, both on the property and on the beaches. At night, there are no borrachudos.

On the property we have the Dalmatian dogs Zap and the mutt Maia (the caretaker's), our Pomeranian Lulu (Pomi), who stays at home most of the time, and two cats that only stay inside the main house.

The waterfalls and the color of the river can vary according to periods of drought or rain, just as the flowers have their flowering seasons. As we rent the space privately, there are no lifeguards or monitors; the use of the attractions is 100% the responsibility of the guests, a rule that must be accepted at the time of booking.

The property is away from the street, ensuring peace and quiet. We have only two neighbors: an inn on one side and a family residence on the other. The caretaker and his family live at the entrance, and they are always polite, calm, and ready to help if necessary.

The site has a complex/building with 1 apartment, 3 flats and 1 suite, all with independent entrances. One of the flats on the ground floor is adapted for wheelchairs and baby strollers; the two on the first floor have partitions on the balcony that can be connected for groups of up to 6 people. Also, there are 2 cottages and 1 house scattered around the grounds.

We have high-speed internet/Wi-Fi (1000 Mbps fiber optic) connected to a UPS (only for the internet), ensuring operation even in the event of a power outage, in addition to a Vivo backup line. Each accommodation has at least one Amazon Alexa Echo Dot (3rd generation) for music and general questions.

We provide one bath towel per person and one hand towel. We offer towel changes halfway through the stay, starting at 7 nights. We also provide sheets, pillowcases, pillows and microfiber blankets.

**Important:** We do not provide beach towels, water filters, chairs, or umbrellas for outdoor use on the site.

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Mountain view
Waterfront
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Fast wifi – 270 Mbps

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Where you’ll be

Ilhabela, São Paulo, Brazil
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Neighborhood highlights

Due to the central location, beaches, shops and the center can be reached quickly and easily by car. Small supermarkets, pizza delivery, restaurants and smaller shops are within walking distance.

The property is located at the beginning of the road that leads to Castelhanos Beach on the other side of the island, one of the most beautiful beaches in Ilhabela. Only tours with jeeps or authorized cars are allowed to Castelhanos, as the beach is under environmental protection. If you book a jeep tour to Castelhanos, you can be picked up and dropped off in front of your house.

The neighborhood outside the property is very safe. Near the property is a very large waterfall with activities such as ziplining.

The property is centrally located and is therefore ideal for discovering the beaches in the north and south or the beautiful nature of Ilhabela.

Meet your host

Superhost
1760 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
My work: Manage or site
Favorite song in high school: I’m like a bird
Hello my name is Jeannine. I just moved to Ilhabela after living since I was 15 years old in Germany in Düsseldorf. I am from São Paulo and I spent my childhood and weekends on the Island. My grandmother bought land more than 50 years ago on the island where for about 10-15 years he opened to the public as a water park with natural pools, slides and waterfalls. The space was known as the Tropical Garden. Since he passed away the ground has stood still and practically abandoned. My mission is to follow the will of my grandmother by reactivating the space, so that the beauty it offers is shared, but this time with the difference that the use of the old park is exclusive to those who rent the Flats, chales and house within the site. Formed in textile administration and with a completed course in event management, I love working on new projects, I love challenges, I am an optimistic and determined person and my main characteristic is helping the other. I love life, I love meeting new people, exchange ideas and connect. I am a super open person, easy to deal with, helpful and diverse. I like electronic music as well as a bossa nova or even a classic. I love to travel and get to know new cultures. The trip that marked me the most was when I went to India where I had the opportunity to know the life of another Anglo completely outside my reality since that moment. In Daramshala (Himalaya) by chance (or by fate) I managed to be close to the Dalai Lama in an audience he gave. At that time, I didn't even know him, or barely knew of his existence. But the energy and emotion I felt during that moment was so deep and unspeakable that it somehow changed my look at life. My bike of life is to live each day as a gift. Nothing is impossible just to want and fight even though sometimes it feels like we are on a dead end, if we take a few steps back we find a new path to move forward towards the dream and goal. Being a person open to others I don't have a specific type of host preferred out of people who act in bad faith. Hope to have many guests;O)

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 4:00 PM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water