Bela Casa

Tucked behind the Historic Quadrado

Bela Casa is a completely original Bahia house that's been renovated for a chic and rustic lived-in feel. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac just behind the Historic Quadrado, the most exclusive area of Trancoso, Bela Casa is only a few minutes walk to Bahia's famous white sand beaches.

The three-bedroom house is organized over two blocks, both of which open up to a wooden deck and large garden full of palm trees and jasmine flowers. The first block contains a fully-equipped kitchen, living and dining area, and one bedroom with bathroom. The second block contains the remaining bedrooms organized over two floors.

The home has been decorated with contemporary art, Brazilian craftsman furniture, and unique pieces collected by the owner. As she tells us, "My house is an original fisherman's house that I restored, and each year I do a lot of maintenance to keep it solid and to not waste energy. It is surrounded by nature, visited by monkeys and all kinds of birds, and I like to let it be this way, a continuation of the mata, which is the forest that surrounds it. This is the main feature of my house. It is immersed in the forest and surrounded by its inhabitants."

AROUND

The house is located on a small street paved with antique stones, with night and day security. It's a few minutes walk from the beaches and the Quadrado.

The charming and rustic town of Trancoso sits along the southern region of the Atlantic coast of Bahia along beautiful stretches of unspoiled shoreline. A former laid-back hippy destination, the town is attracting a more jet-set crowd of late. From the Quadrado, to the cobblestoned streets and candy colored houses, this bluff side village hums along at a dreamy pace.

The nearby beaches of Praia do Espelho, Praia dos Nativos, Rio da Barra are to the north and Rio Verde, Itaquema and Ponta de Itapororoca are to the south. Further north is the historic town of Arraial D’Ajuda in the district of Porto Seguro belonging to the region known as Discovery Coast (Costa do Descobrimento), where Portuguese explorers arrived in 1500.

A peaceful and unique seaside village, it’s located on a plateau overlooking the breathtaking coastline. 

LOCATION

Trancoso, Bahia, Brazil. Nearest airport: Porto Seguro (10 miles).

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round