Title: Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120446248&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional Holiday home in Mata de São João with Hot tub and fitness centre ## Photo gallery for Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional ![Beach - Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional (Mata de São João)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120446300/120446248/6f9d76de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional (Mata de São João)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120446300/120446248/4a86a2fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional (Mata de São João)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120446300/120446248/6619ab5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional (Mata de São João)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120446300/120446248/7d3be0a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional (Mata de São João)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120446300/120446248/7cfdc248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional provides amenities, such as a gym and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathrooms2045 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Gym - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional Holiday home in Mata de São João with Hot tub and fitness centre A fitness centre, Access to hot tub and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home provides 6 bathrooms and a microwave, plus a stovetop and a TV. A hairdryer, a shower and an iron/ironing board are among the other amenities that guests will find. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers an iron/ironing board. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 2,045 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99960000/99958200/99958185/d30784c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GB15 Excellent 5 Bedroom House 300m from the Beach Guarajuba - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=99958185&PinnedHotelID=99958185&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94720000/94712400/94712352/2641bee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### High standard house in Guarajuba 5/4 with swimming pool, 150m from the beach. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information. ## About the area Located in Açu da Torre, a neighbourhood in Mata de São João, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Praia do Forte Beach and Imbassai Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Mata de São João travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mata-De-Sao-Joao.dx601935) [View more Holiday homes in Mata de São João](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mata-De-Sao-Joao-Private-Holiday-Homes.d601935-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-12.56148%2C-38.01762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XamE8nuEnGjwZKvbQujpsoyznqQ=) Mata de São João, Bahia ### What's nearby - ![Um pedacinho do Paraiso](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396260/73927cfe-b834-4e5e-8e9b-af772d5616e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Praia do Forte Beach 5 min drive \- 2.1 miles - ![beach Guarajuba, Bahia, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186970/28c5068c-ad22-4a7d-9c50-ef1c52b1ab80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Guarajuba Beach 12 min drive \- 9.4 miles - ![Salvador_PraiadeSantoAntonio_553248621532466385_07](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532466385/a84ebf1a-a6ba-419b-9356-12aa746efc08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Praia de Santo Antonio 20 min drive \- 15.5 miles - Sapiranga Ecological Reserve 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Timeantube Lagoon 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Salvador (SSA-Deputado Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Intl.) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - Sorvete Da Ribeira 7 min drive - Fogo Barbecue 6 min drive - Tango Café 6 min drive - Souza Bar 6 min drive - Café do Forte 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional have a pool? ### Is Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional? ### What time is check-in at Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional? ### What time is check-out at Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional? ### Where is Ecological refuge and excellent cook optional located? ## Have a question? 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