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The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything

The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything

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View from the Living Room
Edifício Andalucia - Brown Building in Center
10th Floor, North-Facing Apartment with Unobstructed Ocean View
Enclosed Veranda with Accordian Windows
What Relaxation with a Gorgeous View and Cooling Breeze!

Overview of The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Recife, Pernambuco
  • Popular LocationBoa Viagem Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationShopping Recife5 min drive
  • Popular LocationShopping RioMar7 min drive
  • AirportRecife (REC-Guararapes Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Guest Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Service Area Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything

This is our home in Brazil where we come to escape the cold and wet winters in the U.S. We recently purchased this apartment and completely remodeled and furnished it with all new furniture and appliances. We occupied it for the first time in November, 2016. So, if you are looking for a very comfortable home environment that is maintained to very high standards of maintenance and cleanliness, located in the very best part of Boa Viagem Beach, this is the apartment for you. The 1300 square feet/120 square meters of living space provide for ample comfort.

The most attractive feature of the apartment is the living room veranda. We removed the veranda door and part of the wall, making the veranda part of the living room. To maximize the light and the ocean view, we had accordion windows (janelas cortinas) installed that, when retracted, bring the outdoors in. Then we raised the veranda floor 10 inches/26 cm, which provides a gorgeous view of the beach through the 12-foot-wide window. With the large windows, you are able to enjoy the cooling, gentle breezes of the ever-present trade winds.

The apartment is located on the 10th floor of the apartment building, affording an excellent view of the beach from the living room and two of the bedrooms. The beach is literally just across the street from the apartment building. The water is warm all year round, and at low tide, protective coral reefs provide for safe swimming at this section of the beach.. There are 4.54 miles of broad sidewalks and dedicated bike paths along Boa Viagem Beach. Joggers and walkers are seen at all hours of the day and early evening, getting in their daily workouts. There are several exercise stations along the Avenida available for public use at no cost. Also, there are tennis courts, soccer fields, basketball and volleyball courts and a skate park. There are bicycle rental stations located along the Avenida, as well as several very nice playground areas for children. All of these things are only a 10-20 minute walk from our apartment.

Within walking distance are found many restaurants, supermarkets, bakeries, banks, pharmacies, hotels, and much more. The Bairro (Neighborhood) of Boa Viagem is the most upscale part of Recife, known for its quality restaurants, popular nightclubs, and large shopping centers.

Boa Viagem is clearly the most sought-after neighborhood in the city. Our apartment is located in the best section of the beach for safe swimming and proximity to restaurants, etc.

Property manager

Bob and Dalva Crites
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Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Recife

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Boa Viagem, a neighborhood in Recife. Recife Harbor and Lagoa do Araçá are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Third Garden of Boa Viagem and Mirabilandia Amusement Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Dois Irmaos Botanical Park and Zoo and Ricardo Brennand Institute. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Boa Viagem Beach - 1 min walk
  • Third Garden of Boa Viagem - 5 min walk
  • Shopping Recife - 5 min drive
  • Shopping RioMar - 7 min drive
  • USA Consulate - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Shopping Station - 6 min drive
  • Cosme e Damião Station - 21 min drive
  • Guararapes Intl. Airport (REC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cia do Chopp - 6 min walk
  • Bar do Paulinho - 6 min walk
  • Organno - 6 min walk
  • Barbarico Bongiovanni - 7 min walk
  • Restaurante e Choperia Macunaíma - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best of Boa Viagem Beach/Protective Coral Reefs/Close to Everything located?

This family-friendly Recife apartment building is located on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Boa Viagem Beach and Third Garden of Boa Viagem. Pina Beach and Shopping Recife are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gotta love the beach
Location. Location. Location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Veronica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment and location
Loved staying at Bob and Dalva's place. I'd stay there again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Priscylla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
It was the second time we stayed at Bob’s and Dalva's apartment in Boa Viagem, and we loved it just like we did the first time. The apartment was well-cleaned, nicely decorated, and taken care of, the communication with the host was always easy, and they were so lovely and helpful with everything we needed. Thank you so much, Bob and Dalva, for having us there again. We will be back soon!!
Stayed 24 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

Andreas F., Santa Barbara, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views
Our family traveled a long way to visit Recife, and we were a little nervous about whether this home was “too good to be true”. Upon arrival, our concerns disappeared. It’s a wonderful, spacious home. I say home because it isn’t just a rental. We felt at home, comfortable and inspired by the daily views of the ocean and easy access to everything that we could have wanted to see or do. Plus the hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

5/5 Excellent

Matt A., Pasadena United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Apartment
This apartment is beautiful. It is very open, clean, and has a fantastic view of the beach. You are on the beach, just steps away from the water. The kitchen is nice and has everything you need. The entire place is well kept, and is very clean, and comfortable. The views from the windows, of the other buildings and of the beach makes you want to gaze all day and night at the view. I found myself waking up in the middle of the night and eagerly getting up just to gaze at the view. You can clearly hear the waves crashing on the beach. From the blue green view of the ocean, and blue skies, to the glorious sunrise, or moon rise, you will find yourself falling in love with this place. It is centrally located, close to markets and shopping. In my opinion, this part of the beach is nicest on the main stretch of Boa Viagem. I enjoyed walking along the ocean in the early morning as the magnificent sun would rise. The building has security, and the staff is friendly. There are patio chairs and tables on the floor level in front if you wish to relax and enjoy the view of the beach and action on the walkway and street. We spent many days just walking out to the beach and lounging on the beach chairs, under the large umbrellas where you can order drinks or food to be brought to you. A beach bums paradise. From fresh cut delicious coconut water, to Caparinha or soda, you will find it hard to remove yourself from the beach. Not to mention the beautiful emerald green to blue ocean right in front of you. The views make you take many deep sighs of comfort. My fiancé and I admired how the people servicing you at the umbrella chairs , at your request, will bring you a kids pool and fill it up with ocean water so your child or children can have their own private pool to play in. The owners of the property are very, very kind. My fiancé and I had the most amazing time, we could not be happier with the comfort and experience we had at this beautiful apartment. Thank you Bob and Dalva for everything!
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob and Dalva Crites

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Bob grew up in a small town near Eugene, Oregon, USA. Dalva, his wife, was born and raised in Recife, Brazil, where she has a large extended family. Attracted to adventure and foreign lands, Bob first came to know Brazil as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Later, he served as an Associate Peace Corps Director in Guatemala. His love of people led him to a career in school counseling, during which time he founded a small nonprofit organization that provided academic scholarships to impoverished Brazilian and Tanzania children.

He has degrees from the University of Washington and the University of Oregon. For 16 years he was a member of the Metropolitan Rotary Club of Eugene, Oregon.
He published a memoir in 2021 - "No Ghosts in the Graveyard, The Lifetime Adventures of a Small-Town Oregon Boy", by Bob Crites. It is available on amazon.com in ebook and print versions.

Dalva is a living encyclopedia of Brazilian music and northeast Brazilian culture. She is renowned among family and friends for her delicious, traditional regional cuisine. As a quintessential northeasterner, she is passionate about her northeastern culture and its traditions. To know Dalva is to love her. She is an unofficial Brazilian ambassador par excellence. Interestingly, she is a citizen of Brazil, Italy (her grandfather immigrated to Brazil), and the United States. She thinks that three passports are enough. In retirement, Bob and Dalva split their time between living in Eugene, Oregon, and Recife, Brazil.

For more information, read Bob’s published memoirs “No Ghosts in the Graveyard: The Lifetime Adventures of a Small-Town Oregon Boy”, available on Amazon.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location.

Avenida Boa Viagem is the most prestigious address in Recife. This is because the avenue runs the length of Boa Viagem Beach, which is the most beautiful beach in Recife; and the city government maintains the sidewalks and bike/jogging paths in excellent condition. The beach itself is kept very clean.

The apartment attracted us because of the size of its living space and the fact that the apartment throughout is well lit and well ventilated by the cooling ocean breezes. It is located on the 10th floor with a good view of the ocean.

An important feature to us was the close proximity to restaurants, bars, pharmacies, bakeries, supermarkets and other businesses and services, including a hospital.

What makes this property unique

I sold my Brazilian automobile because everything is so close. From the apartment, I can either walk to my destination, or take a short taxi ride to whereever I want to go.

On this listing, be sure to look at the list of destinations very close to our apartment, with the walking times and distances noted. You will readily understand why this is a perfect place to spend your vacation.
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HERE IS A TYPICAL RATING

American, Hugh S., and his Brazilian wife and daughter spent 24 nights at our apartment in January 2021.

"We spent nearly a month at the beachfront VRBO property owned by Bob and Dalva, and it continually surpassed our expectations. The owners seem to have thought of everything. For example, they have raised the main living space that looks out over the ocean higher to allow for spectacular views when seated. The kitchen connects to the main living space--another nice touch. The main room was well-ventilated without AC (even in the summer month we were there) and the bedroom AC worked wonderfully. All the appliances and internet worked extremely well.

We found the location to be ideal for our needs. The stretch of beach that is in front of the apartment building is really ideal for kids to swim and for adults to run, walk or socialize. The owners are responsive to all details. In short, we can't imagine a better place for a couple or family who want to spend time in Recife / Boa Viagem!"

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English, Spanish, Portuguese

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