Casa Arca – design with waterfall at Aldeia Rizoma

Entire home in Paraty, Brazil

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Marko
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

Featured in

ArchDaily, March 2020
Designboom, August 2015

Great check-in experience

Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
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Sip a refreshing glass of the natural spring water, then take a dip in the secluded natural pool at this nature-inspired, architectural masterpiece in the forest's heart. Pick bananas, look for monkeys and watch blue butterflies fluttering by too. Located in Aldeia Rizoma ecological condominium (15-25 min from Paraty dowtown), the house is very comfortable, fully equipped and with Starlink internet connection.

The space
The house has two room, each one with one double beds (futon) and one additional single bad (futon). So the house can host 6 person (ideal 4 adults and two kids). The house has a living room, table for 6 to 8 people, 42' TV (with USB full of great movies and cartoons!), fully equipped kitchen, generous bathroom divided in three separate spaces. 6 mats are waiting for you to make yoga and enjoy exercise in nature! The electricity of the house is 220V! 80 meters from the house, walking by a charming road you come to our natural swimming pull. That's an amazing place to relax, swim, meditate and get a massage from te waterfall. Monkeys and blue butterfly will be your best friends. Please take care of the water stream! Do not cross rocks with strong waters. There is an entrance into the water on your right when you come to the river. Kids always with parents. Please respect and protect the nature!

Guest access
Aldeia Rizoma is nestled in the mountains of Paraty, along the Paraty-Cunha road, about 15–25 minutes from the historic center. Guests have access to the house and common areas of Aldeia Rizoma, including the gym, waterfalls with natural pools, trails, agroforestry, forest temple, and sauna (fee not included). There are also optional therapeutic, ecological, and astronomical experiences. The property, located in a private condominium, offers comfort and safety amid nature. (The house is located within the Atlantic Forest — encounters with wild and venomous animals may occur. Walk carefully, keep dogs on a leash, and wear closed shoes and use a flashlight at night.)

Other things to note
The houses at Aldeia Rizoma combine comfort, sustainability, and technology, designed by Atelier Marko Brajovic with a minimal carbon footprint.

Water treatment systems, including biodigesters, and the rational use of energy reflect the Aldeia’s strong environmental commitment.Powered by solar energy and connected to the electrical grid, the houses also feature an automatic generator. They have gas-heated showers, water sourced from a local spring, Starlink internet, and 220V power supply (110V outlets are clearly marked). The sauna can be used by prior scheduling and has a fee of R$ 280; the waterfall and gym are common-use areas. Small pets are welcome, with an extra fee of R$ 250. For check-ins after 8 p.m., there is a R$ 150 fee, and after midnight, a R$ 250 fee applies. Because the property is located in a rural area, the presence of insects is common. The house is for accommodation purposes only — photo shoots, filming, or commercial use require a contract and prior payment. Any damage to items may result in an additional charge.

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What this place offers

Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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Where you’ll be

Paraty, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Neighbourhood highlights

Our property is located in the mountains of Paraty, on the border with Serra da Bocaina National Park, in a quiet and welcoming neighborhood.

Just a few steps away, you can explore the Caminho do Ouro, and in the surrounding area, find waterfalls, trails, studios, quilombos, and excellent gastronomy. The region is home to over 2,000 bird species, monkeys, and other animals, many of which can be seen from the house deck.Access to beaches and Cunha is easy, amidst nature rich in biodiversity.

Meet your host

Superhost
636 reviews
4.91 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
My work: Architect
Speaks English, French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish
We are a young family with kids living in Brazil at Aldeia Rizoma ecological condominium where the houses are located. I am architect and my wife Teka an jewellery designer. We love nature and local culture. We believe in sharing, learning, exchanging and respecting.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 15:00 – 20:00
Checkout before 11:00
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm