Why Angra dos Reis is One of the World's Premier STR Markets
Angra dos Reis is the gateway to 365 islands scattered across one of the most protected tropical bays on earth — roughly two and a half hours south of Rio along the Costa Verde. Ilha Grande, the largest, is a biosphere reserve with no cars, where Lopes Mendes beach is routinely ranked among the best in the world. The mainland coastline hosts Porto Frade, Porto Galo, Bracuhy, and Condomínio Frade — gated yacht communities where Rio's and São Paulo's elite keep weekend houses with private piers. The Angra STR market is defined by what the guest can reach by boat in an hour.
Angra's STR market is split between mainland condomínio villas (pier-accessible, year-round weekend demand from Rio and São Paulo) and Ilha Grande pousadas and beach houses (seasonal, boat-access). Peak is December 26 through Carnival, with Easter and July school holidays as secondary peaks. International demand layers onto the domestic base through cruise-and-charter-yacht bookings. The pier-plus-pool villa is the defining product.
Top Attractions & Landmarks
- Ilha Grande
- Lopes Mendes Beach
- Lagoa Azul
- Porto Frade
- Saco do Céu
- Condomínio Frade
- Abraão village
- Porto Bracuhy
Nearby Markets: Rio de Janeiro | Paraty | São Paulo
