Macaw Nest

  • Inn Details

    Macaw Nest is a country estate nestled in Rio’s most spectacular mountainous region - Itaipava, an elegant district of Petropolis, Brazil's Imperial City, called such as it was founded by the Emperor who built the Royal Family's summer palace here in the 19th Century. Macaw Nest offers European charm; eight, uniquely appointed accomodations; an African bar as well as a poolside cachaça and tequila bar; sauna and massage service. The fireplaces, garden veranda, large swimming pool, lush grounds and duck pond contribute to a restful ambience, yet the town center is just 3 miles away and just one hour (60 miles) from Rio’s international airport.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Motorcycle Travel/Adventure; Horseback Riding, Rowing (Crew)

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Portuguese

    • English

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Fridge

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Steam Room

    • Swimming Pool

    • Heaters

    • Duck Pond

    • Games: Badminton, Volleyball, Soccer, Table Tennis

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  • Nightly Rate

    $160 - $350

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 11 a.m.    Check Out: 1 p.m.

    • Deposit Amount Required: 50%; please contact property for details.

    • Cancellations: 72 hours; please contact property for details.

    • Open All Year Round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: Y

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • holiday specials
      Percent Off: 25% Days Required: 3

    • mid-week
      Percent Off: 50% Days Required: 1

    • weekend special
      Percent Off: 25% Days Required: 2

  • Breakfast

    • Type: buffet breakfast w/ fresh, local ingredients

    • Time Served: 8:30 am - 11:30 am

    • Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Fondue

  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Tropical

    • Village


    City

    • Itaipava-Petropolis

    • Directions to property:
      Itaipava/Petropolis is located 60 miles north of Rio de Janeiro city.


    Airport

    • RIO - Rio De Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 52 miles

    • Directions to property:
      1. Depart airport initially following sign to Centro, but staying to right, heading toward Linha Vermelha/Duque do Caxias, and Not Actually Go to Centro. 2. Always bear right until entering to left onto Linha Vermelha towards Duque de Caxias; heading away fromdowntown Rio. 3. After 6.4 km exit Linha Vermelha 90 degrees to right, and bear left onto Rodovia Washington Luiz, in direction of Juiz de Fora. 4. Remain on Rodovia Washington Luiz to toll (R$7.50 toll fee). 5. Continue on another 60 Km, climbing northward on mountain highway to Petropolis. 6. Do not enter City of Petropolis; veer 90 degrees to left, remaining on highway bypassing city. 7. Continue in direction of Juiz de Fora, avoiding left lane that returns down mountain to Rio de Janeiro. 8. In 1 Km pass Petropolis Bus Station (below to right) and proceed 18 Km past first Itaipava Exit. 9. Proceed another 4 Km to second and last Itaipava Exit. 10. Turn right at Stop and cross small bridge, truning right again at T-intersection. 11. Proceed 1 Km on Estrada União E Indústria to roundabout/traffic circle. 12. At the traffic circle, take the Left exit onto Rodovia Philúvio Cerqueira Rodrigues in direction of Teresopolis. 13. Proceed exactly 4 Km and Destination will be on the right (large wood sign "Ninho Da Arara" hangingabove white wall). 14. Turn right down dirt drive; property entrance/gate in 50 meters on Left.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • River

    • Bird watching

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Volleyball

    • Soccer

    • Motorcycling

    • Badminton

    • Croquet

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming pool

    • Table Tennis

    • Tennis courts

    • Whitewater Rafting

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  • Innkeeper(s)Davis Bales
  • Phone +55-24-22223617
  • Address Rodovia Philuvio Cerqueira Rodrigues, 4000
    Itaipava

    Petropolis, 25745-072
    Brazil
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