A short distance from surfing, birdwatching, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and make short work of the 5-minute drive to Boraceia Beach or the 6-minute drive to Serra do Mar State Park (and enjoy the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Spend a day at the nearby beach, relax by the outdoor pool, or sip a drink in the garden of this vacation home, which also features a deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at billiards, or enjoy the free WiFi and cable/satellite TV.

This 4-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom rental features a dining area, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include toilet paper and soap. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle, a lobster pot, and a microwave.