Listed historic residence, thoughtfully renovated — long-term letting in one of Rio's calmest, most secure residential quarters, minutes from the bay.
MINIMUM 3 MONTHS · MAXIMUM 30 MONTHS
A 1929 house in Rio's most private neighbourhood.
Fully restored. Carefully furnished. Ready to live in.
FEATURED IN CASA VOGUE, MAY 2025
↓ READ THE FEATURE (PDF)THE HOUSE
170 m² across two floors, built in 1929.
Restored in 2022 — original parquet floors, stucco ceilings, and stained glass windows intact throughout.
Architecture and restoration by Felipe Hess Arquitetos (São Paulo), with gardens by paisagista Flávia Tiraboschi (São Paulo).
1 Suite · 1 Double · 1 Single · 1 Study
3 Bathrooms · 1 Guest WC
Rooftop terrace with bathtub and shower.
Walled garden at the heart of the house.
Patio, TV room, covered outdoor terrace (área coberta).
Fully air-conditioned throughout.
High-speed Wi-Fi · Washing machine
Cleaning service and cook available on request.
Automatic irrigation system · Garden lighting
Filtered tap water · Camera and door surveillance
Extra blankets, pillows and duvets provided.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
One of the safest neighbourhoods in all of Brazil — a quiet peninsula between Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay, with only two entry roads.
Favoured by diplomats, military families, and international executives for decades. Village-like rhythm, walkable streets, bay views minutes away.
Walking distance to The British School and Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro
5 min to Botafogo · 10 min to Ipanema and Leblon
Consistently ranked Rio's safest residential bairro
Walking distance to the Rio de Janeiro Yacht Club (Iate Clube do Rio de Janeiro) — sailing, tennis, and pool on the bay.
FOR COMPANIES & RELOCATION AGENTS
Casa Urca has welcomed executives, legal professionals, and diplomatic families on long-term assignment in Rio. We work directly with HR departments and relocation agents to ensure a smooth transition for arriving families.
Walking distance to The British School of Rio de Janeiro and Escola Americana — two of the city's leading international schools.
Corporate rental guarantees accepted. Bilingual contract available in English and Portuguese. References available on request.
Fully furnished to a high standard. Linen, kitchen equipment, and household essentials included. Cleaning service and cook available on request.
Contracts from 3 to 30 months. Condominium fee and property management handled by the owner. Single point of contact for all enquiries.
For corporate enquiries and information packs:
mayara@casa-urca.com"The location in Urca is unbeatable: safe, quiet, and walking distance to The British School. The house felt truly carioca and elegant at the same time — our oasis in Rio."
LONG-TERM RENTAL
Suited to executives, diplomatic families,
and international assignees.
Minimum stay 3 months. Available furnished as pictured.
Short-term stays available on request.