Ocean view, brave/Maresias, sleeps 6, pay 3 nights, stay 4, comfort, tranquility, unique place.

A short distance from surfing, ecotours, and more, this smoke-free vacation home lets you experience it all. Serra do Mar State Park is just steps away and Brava Beach Trail Head is within an easy 5-minute walk, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking.

Spend a day at the nearby beach, relax by the outdoor pool, or sip a drink in the hot tub of this 6997-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a garden. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

As you settle into this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a jetted tub. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, a microwave, and cookware. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.