[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert Vacation home in Boa Vista with kitchen ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83560000/83557000/83556979/9565859f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83560000/83557000/83556979/86ad494b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83560000/83557000/83556979/a7a0931e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83560000/83557000/83556979/cf8c387d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83560000/83557000/83556979/c2bdc694.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Desert Viana is an enchanting setting, where this unique accommodation offers a peaceful retreat amidst the wild donkeys and local community. With your own entrance, private room key, and access to a living room, bathroom and kitchen you'll truly live like the locals. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert Gear up at this unique, restful accommodation in Desert Viana. Surrounded by wild donkeys and in the middle of the locals. The space Unique property in Estância de Baixo. You walk straight into Desert Viana. Stay like the locals and among the locals. Enjoy the wonderfully peaceful environment and you will spot many donkeys in the wild here. Guest access Your own entrance. Private room with key. Living room, bathroom and kitchen. Other things to watch out for Life in Cape Verde cannot be compared to Europe or the hotels on the islands, this means that you really stay the way the locals live here, which means that you have to sacrifice a bit on luxury, namely: There is no hot water here. So showering is with lukewarm water, because it is not really cold here haha. If you want a hot shower, we will prepare a bucket with water here and then boil water in the bucket. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67680000/67673900/67673863/774825d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aparment Delux - Ká Lizy Sal Rel - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=67673863&PinnedHotelID=67673863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34200000/34198900/34198860/3c8ed7c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable beach house in the first row - vacation by the sea Praia de Chaves - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=34198860&PinnedHotelID=34198860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110400000/110397400/110397302/b4cd44cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cá Luna Deluxe, your perfect seaside retreat! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Boa Vista, this vacation home is in the mountains. Curral Velho and Morro Negro Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Praia da Chave and Viana Desert. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Boa Vista travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista.dx730) [View more Vacation homes in Boa Vista](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Private-Vacation-Homes.d730-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C16.13964%2C-22.87309&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JEE4d-Tn3uoQTmZgTXKdgI9HLXY=) Rabil, Boa Vista ### What's nearby - Praia da Chave - 16 min drive - 6.4 km - Estoril Beach - 17 min drive - 13.1 km - Praia de Cruz - 18 min drive - 13.8 km - Chapel of Our Lady of Fatima - 25 min drive - 15.5 km ### Getting around - Boa Vista Island (BVC-Aristides Pereira Intl.) - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurant Santiago - ‬14 min drive - ‪Morabeza beach & lounge restaurant - ‬17 min drive - ‪Pontchi Pool Bar - ‬16 min drive - ‪Perola D'chaves - ‬15 min drive - ‪Riu Karamboa Pool Bar - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert? > As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $73.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Characteristic-Old-Country-House-In-The-Middle-Of-The-Desert.h83556979.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Characteristic old country house in the middle of the desert located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Praia da Chave and within 9 mi (15 km) of Viana Desert and Cabeço das Tarafes. Estoril Beach and Praia de Cruz are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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