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Vida Sol e Mar

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The resort is divided in to two areas –the Eco Resort and the Beach Village. The Eco Resort has 29 rooms including the 9 original rooms which were built in the 1990s. These are mostly found in the area above the central dining room and bar. All rooms are ensuite and are equipped with satellite TV (Brazilian channels only), DVD/CD player, telephone and fridge. The superior rooms have air conditioning, Jacuzzi, fireplace, kitchen, living room and balconies with ocean views.

The Vida Sol e Mar Beach Village is located below the restaurant and is closer to the beach. There are 12 luxurious villas providing superior quality accommodation just over 100 metres from the edge of the beach. All villas are extremely specious and have an extensive range of facilities including satellite TV, DVD player, internet connection, safe, minibar, Jacuzzi, air conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen (oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and spin dryer). All have decks with ocean views, hammocks and chairs, and a fireplace. Some villas also have a pool or hot tub with beach view. The capacity of the villas range from 4 to 10 people, and the majority are set on two floors with separate access so are good for families, or can also be sold separately.

Meals are served in the Engenho do Mar Restaurant. The meal plans offered are bed and breakfast, half board and full board. The half and full board meal plan offers a fixed menu with a choice between fish or meat. The bed and breakfast option is recommended because it gives the flexibility to enjoy delicious a la carte meals from the restaurant, or to explore the restaurants in nearby Praia do Rosa village.

Highlights

  • Excellent accommodation options
  • Great beach location
  • Surf school
  • Whale watching

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Situation

1.5 hours south of Florianopolis in the southern state of Santa Catarina.

Activities

Surf school; horse riding; snorkelling; boat trips; tours to nearby beaches and towns; whale watching trips; hikes. During the summer season there is a mini shop offering DVD rental, children’s activities, aquarobics and massages.

Facilities

Restaurant; bar; swimming pool; tennis court; games room.

Child policy

Children welcome.

Open

All year round.

Meals

Bed and breakfast, half board or full board can be arranged depending on preference. Lunch and dinner offerings at the restaurant include starters of fresh oysters, ginger garlic prawns or tender loin slices with parmesan cheese. Main dishes include prawns and calamari, grilled mango and salmon, fried oriental pasta with vegetables and shrimps, grilled tenderloin with a 4 cheese sauce, and chicken breast with curry, coconut and pineapple. Desserts include banana flambé and passion fruit mousse.

Best times to go

The whale watching season is from July to November.

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