Private apartment in large property close to beach

Apartment with loft bedroom comfortably hosts 3 people (1 double, one single), and is perfect for families, couples or small group of friends. The rustic property offers a private, safe place to rest and enjoy the island. Steps to the beach, and a short walk to an exciting Itaparica surf spot. Kayaking, swimming, snorkeling are to be enjoyed close by. Other historic and ecological sites accesible by short excursions. Discover Itaparica! Apartment with loft bedroom comfortably hosts 3 people (1 double, one single), and is perfect for families, couples or small group of friends. The rustic property offers a private, safe place to rest and enjoy the island. Apartment is located in side building on property with one other large home. Housing sits on a little less than an acre of green space with many fruit trees, coconut palms and other native plants. There are family dogs and many birds that sing throughout the days. Mangoes and cashews are in season! We are in the villa of Gamboa, a residential neighborhood, which is quiet at night, but also has a few places to grab a quick snack and refreshment throughout the day. Gamboa is a tranquil neighborhood throughout the year, and was a traditional community of fisher people. There is a great walking and swimming beach two blocks from front door of property. Guests will have key to front gate and have access to apartment, and garden area. Also, limited access to common laundry area. Free parking in front of property. Most of the year, Gamboa it is a quiet area with a wonderful walking beach that many local residents enjoy. Around the holidays, things get busier and tourism increases with families who want to enjoy the sun and beaches. Many of the Islands points of interest are easily accessible from this neighborhood, which provides a nice retreat at the end of a long day of exploring, but still has local places to have a snack a grab a refreshment if you want. Guests will have key to front gate and have access to apartment, and garden area. Also, limited access to common laundry area. Free parking in front of property. Owners reside on property and will be available to advise on tourism, safety and help with any needs throughout your stay. Owners speak fluent English, Portuguese and Spanish. Gamboa is a residential neighborhood of Vera Cruz, Ilha de Itaparica. Most of the year, it is a quiet area with a wonderful walking beach and a traditional home to many fisher people. Around the holidays, things get busier and tourism increases with families who want to enjoy the sun and beaches. Many of the Island's points of interest are easily accessible from this neighborhood, which provides a nice retreat at the end of a long day of exploring, but still has local places to have a snack a grab a refreshment if you want. From Salvador, you can take the car ferry from the Sao Joaquim dock to Bom Despacho, or catch the foot ferry from Estação da França to Mar Grande from downtown Salvador (Cidade Baixa), right next to Mercado Modelo. Both destinations have collective transport (combi vans) or moto-taxis if guests arrive without car. Please contact hosts for specific directions to property based on your scheduled arrival. Hosts recommend taking foot ferry from Salvador, which is most direct, if you are not traveling by car to the Island. This location is perfect for the traveler that wants to get away from the busy urban pace of Salvador, and wants to enjoy the rhythm of island life. This rustic and tropical retreat is still within reach of some of the desired amenities of city life, but allows for a long walks on the beach and naps in the hammock.