A short distance from fishing, the riverside, and more, this pet-friendly cottage lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and tackle the 37-minute drive to Praia do Coqueiral de Itaparica or the 40-minute drive to Garoto Chocolate Factory (and enjoy of the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 8611-sq-ft cottage, which also features a deck or patio and a firepit. For a change of scenery, come inside and try your hand at billiards, or enjoy the free WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and stereo.

This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom rental features a living room, a BBQ grill, a fireplace, and a safe. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a lobster pot. And there's access to laundry facilities, so you can even pack a bit lighter.