DESCRIPTION & LOCATION

Armação dos Búzios, Brazil's most celebrated beach resort town, has long been synonymous with sophistication, natural beauty, and an effortless coastal lifestyle. Internationally renowned since Brigitte Bardot's visits in the 1960s—which helped introduce Búzios to the world stage—the peninsula remains one of South America's most exclusive seaside destinations. Today, a statue of Bardot overlooking the waterfront stands as a lasting tribute to the woman who helped transform the former fishing village into a global icon.

Set on the prestigious Ferradura Beach, widely regarded as one of Búzios' finest beaches, this extraordinary oceanfront estate is among the region's most remarkable private residences. Just five minutes from the vibrant town centre, the property offers an exceptional combination of absolute privacy, architectural distinction, and effortless access to the renowned restaurants, boutiques, marinas, and vibrant lifestyle that define Búzios.

Designed by renowned architect Octavio Raja Gabaglia, the estate spans approximately 2,400 sqm of interior living space on an expansive 6,000 sqm oceanfront plot. The residence has been thoughtfully conceived to embrace its spectacular natural surroundings while delivering an exceptional standard of luxury and comfort.

The home features 10 luxurious suites, with the flexibility to be easily expanded to 12 suites, complemented by four additional guest bathrooms. Extensive entertaining and living areas seamlessly connect with breathtaking ocean views, creating an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and welcoming.

Exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout the residence. Much of the estate showcases the distinctive artistic stonework of celebrated Brazilian artist Francisco Brennand, while premium marble finishes enrich the remaining interiors, creating a timeless balance of art, architecture, and refined elegance.

Designed as a true private retreat, the estate offers an outstanding collection of resort-style amenities, including a direct private ocean access, two swimming pools, a sauna, steam room, squash court, beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, and expansive terraces for entertaining and relaxation. The generous rear gardens also provide ample space for the creation of an additional infinity pool, wellness pavilion, or complementary leisure facilities, further enhancing the property's hospitality potential.

Beyond its refined leisure amenities, the estate enjoys a beautifully maintained organic garden and orchard, together with a small hen house providing fresh eggs. These unique features create an authentic connection with nature and offer an exceptional foundation for a luxury farm-to-table culinary experience or wellness-focused hospitality concept.

Practicality has been considered with the same attention to detail. The property includes a fully equipped, separate laundry facility, a dedicated staff house, and two additional staff suites, providing accommodation for a total of four staff suites.

One of the estate's most extraordinary attributes is its unrivalled privacy. Hidden from neighbouring properties and visible only from the sea, the residence enjoys an exceptionally secluded setting that is virtually impossible to replicate—offering complete discretion while remaining only minutes from the boutiques, restaurants, marina, and vibrant lifestyle of Búzios.

Beyond its appeal as an extraordinary private residence, the estate also represents a compelling opportunity for a world-class luxury hospitality concept. With its expansive oceanfront grounds, flexible accommodation layout, resort-style amenities, and iconic setting, the property is ideally suited for repositioning as an exclusive boutique hotel, luxury wellness retreat, or branded hospitality destination. The existing configuration of 10 suites, with the potential to expand to 12, together with dedicated staff facilities, exceptional infrastructure, and generous outdoor spaces, provides an outstanding foundation for a prestigious hospitality project. The generous oceanfront site also offers opportunities for the discreet addition of complementary guest facilities, subject to all necessary planning approvals.

Representing a rare opportunity to acquire one of Brazil's most exclusive waterfront estates, this exceptional property combines world-class architecture, artistic heritage, resort-level amenities, and an unparalleled oceanfront setting. Whether preserved as one of Brazil's finest private residences or reimagined as a landmark luxury hospitality destination, it stands as a truly iconic and irreplaceable investment.

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

• Location: Ferradura Beach, Armação dos Búzios, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Living Area: Approx. 2,400 sqm
• Land Area: Approx. 6,000 sqm
• Accommodation: 10 Suites (Expandable to 12)
• Additional Bathrooms: 4
• Architect: Octavio Raja Gabaglia
• Direct Private Ocean Access

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

• Designed by renowned architect Octavio Raja Gabaglia
• Signature Francisco Brennand stone elements throughout the residence
• Premium marble finishes
• Timeless Brazilian coastal architecture
• Seamless indoor-outdoor living
• Panoramic Atlantic Ocean views
• Exceptional craftsmanship and bespoke detailing

LIFESTYLE & AMENITIES

• Main swimming pool
• Secondary ocean-view swimming pool
• Opportunity to add an additional infinity pool and a wellness pavilion*
• Direct private ocean access
• Sauna
• Steam room
• Squash court
• Expansive oceanfront terraces
• Landscaped tropical gardens
• Organic orchard and garden
• Fresh eggs from the estate's hen house
• Separate staff house
• Two additional staff suites
• Four staff suites in total
• Fully equipped separate laundry facility

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

• One of Búzios' most exclusive oceanfront estates
• Prime position on prestigious Ferradura Beach
• Exceptional privacy – virtually invisible from land
• Direct ocean access and private helipad
• Just five minutes from Búzios town centre
• Flexible accommodation layout with expansion potential
• Existing infrastructure well suited for luxury hospitality operations
• Ideal for repositioning as a boutique hotel, wellness retreat, or branded  hospitality destination*
• Rare legacy asset in Brazil's most iconic beach resort town