Rio Holiday House Descriptions
Rio Holiday currently has three luxury vacation rental houses in Greater Rio de Janeiro! Now you can choose the home that is just right for you and your group from a very careful selection of three fine Brazilian homes in two different areas.
We have named all of our homes Mirante (a Portuguese word meaning "the view point" and pronounced meer-an´-chee in Rio). Indeed, all of the properties enjoy fabulous views, reflecting just one ingredient of what we believe to be the ideal Brazilian vacation spot. Another basic feature is a private pool. Enjoy a swim whenever you like, just outside your door! All of the homes offer similar amenities and services, yet each is unique.
Which Rio Holiday house is right for you?
This table will help you see the differences between the luxury rental houses offered by Rio Holiday. Click on the links at left to see more details about each house.
| House | Mirante de Itacoatiara | Mirante de São Francisco | Mirante do Atlântico |
| Neighborhood | Itacoatiara | São Francisco | Itacoatiara |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 | 3 + 2 convertible sleeping areas | 4 + Loft |
| Max Beds | 7 | 7 | 4 |
| Bedroom 1 | Main floor, shares bath with BR2, 1 US Queen Bed | 2nd Floor, en suite bath, 1 US Queen Bed | Ground Floor, uses sauna bath adjacent, 1 US Queen Bed |
| Bedroom 2 | Main floor, shares bath with BR1, 2 Twin Tall or 1 King Bed | 2nd Floor, en suite bath, 2 US Queen Beds | 2nd floor, en suite bath, 1 US King Bed, shower and jacuzzi |
| Bedroom 3 | 2nd floor, shares bath with BR3, 1 US Queen Bed | 2nd Floor, en suite bath, 2 US Queen Beds, shower and Jacuzzi Tub | 2nd floor, shares bath with BR4, 1 US Queen Bed |
| Bedroom 4 | 2nd floor, shares bath with BR4, 2 Twin Tall or 1 King Bed, Private Veranda | Bottom Floor, convertible from TV Salon, 1 US Queen, uses Game room and pool baths | 2nd floor, shares bath with BR3, 1 US Queen Bed |
| Bedroom 5 | Ground Floor, en suite bath, 1 US Queen | Bottom Floor, convertible from TV Salon, 1 US Queen, uses Game room and pool baths | Bedroom 2 has a sleeping loft that can accommodate an inflatable bed. Using this, it is possible to put 10 guests in the house. |
| Bathrooms | Total 5 toilets, 4 showers | Total 6 toilets, 4 showers, 1 Jacuzzi tub | Total 5 toilets, 3 showers, 1 Jacuzzi tub |
| Air conditioned bedrooms | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Private Pool | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Guests | 10 | 14 | 8 |
| Sauna | Yes | No | Yes |
| Game Room | No | Yes - snooker table, ping pong table | No |
| Privacy | Better | Good | Best |
| View | Atlantic and Itacoatiara Beach | Rio, Cristo, Sugar Loaf, Guanabara Bay | Atlantic and Itacoatiara Beach |
| Walking Beach | 2 minutes by foot | 10 minutes by foot | 5 minutes by foot |
| Swimming Beach | 2 minutes by foot | 15 minutes by car | 5 minutes by foot |
| Restaurants and Nightlife Close by | Limited by foot. Good 10 minutes by car. Best are in São Francisco, 20 minutes by car | Extensive by foot or short ride | Same as Mirante de Itacoatiara |
| Copacabana by car | 60 minutes | 40 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Setting | More nature oriented, extensive garden, quieter | More urban and view oriented. Better for entertaining, nightlife. | More nature oriented, built on the rocks, garden, secluded |
| Overall transportation costs | Slightly Higher | Slightly Higher | |
| Summary | Better for guests seeking seclusion, privacy, nature, swimming beach | Better for guests seeking nightlife or closer access to restaurants and Rio | Better for guests seeking seclusion, privacy, nature, swimming beach. Best for honeymooners. |