Casa Guimaraes Rosa

Location: The poetic house Casa Guimaraes Rosa is located in Mogol village in the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. Mogol is surrounded by beautiful landscapes of rust-colored waterfalls, forests with bromeliads, centuries-old trees, incredible white sand dunes, and an arid plateau overlooking a mountain range. 

How to get here: The closest airport from Casa Guimaraes Rosa is Juiz do Fora (JDF) which is 2 hours drive away. Alternatively fly to Rio de Janeiro (GIG) and take a 3,5 hours road transfer, or fly to Belo Horizonte (CNF) and take a 4,5 hours road transfer. 

Structure: This new house was built on two floors, with the option of shared or independent access. Casa Guimaraes Rosa has large windows facing the valley, where the sound of a waterfall can be heard. On the outside it follows the simple style of the village. Its interior is spacious and comfortable. Ideal for small groups and families. The house has a living room combined with a kitchen, a large suite on each floor with underfloor heating in the bathrooms. The upstairs suite has a bathtub. Meals are served at the nearby Yucca restaurant with healthy, organic, and fully vegetarian food. It has an open kitchen, for a more intimate dining experience, and a large veranda facing the mountains. You can also opt for a personalized meal by the lake, by the waterfall or in the grotto.

Why staying here: This little place has a lot of style and comfort. It is ideal for couples who would like to spend some quality time in nature while being taken care of by a professional hospitality team. Staying here is like delving into the atmosphere of the enchanting Brazilian countryside. Walk freely to explore the surroundings. The trails are safe, very well signposted and a radio keeps you in touch with the administration.