What makes it special
- The east wind usually blows hard and kitesurfers and windsurfers are a common sight, according to Tamoios News; in 2021 the island held one of the races of the Rei da Ilha Kitesurf Hydrofoil there.
- The Ponta das Canas deck was built for kitesurfing and also works as a sunset viewpoint near the lighthouse; access is from Rua Perimetral Norte, next to no. 6,531, according to the city.
- The municipal sailors' ramp, the Clubinho de Vela, is on Rua Perimetral Norte, with a deck on the rocks and parking, according to the city Locations Catalogue.
- The ruins of the Ponta das Canas Fort, the largest of the archipelago's four forts, still stand; a UFRJ study covers the letters about its construction between 1766 and 1774.
What to weigh
- It is the farthest point from the ferry among the northern neighbourhoods, about 16 km (Tamoios News), and the 24-hour municipal hospital is in Barra Velha (city).
- The stretch between Ponta das Canas and Pacuíba still lacked full street lighting in April 2026: the city said it will install 25 to 30 lamps there (LDO 2027).
- Water comes from the Água Branca system, which runs from Piúva to Ponta das Canas (São Paulo State); Sabesp finished an upgrade in 2024 (ABCdoABC), but an emergency repair in January 2026 left supply fluctuating across the north (Tamoios News).
Who it suits
Arvita’s reading, based on the facts above.
- People who live for kitesurfing, windsurfing or sailing and want to launch straight from the deck.
- People who want to be far from the bustle of the centre and accept driving further for everything.
Living here
- Municipal hospital: 13.6 km by car.
- Ferry terminal: 13.5 km by car.
- Nearest health unit: UBS Costa Norte, 2.6 km.
Approximate driving distances from the centre of the neighborhood, as of 2026-11-03. Schools and health units whose address could be placed on the map; there may be others. Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Beaches
Praia da Armação.
The market here
Asking prices in listings, not sale prices. Median of active listings from Ilhabela agencies Arvita follows daily, each property counted once, as of 2026-11-03. Figures appear only with at least 5 listings.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a house cost in Ponta das Canas?
The typical (median) asking price of houses listed in Ponta das Canas is R$ 11.250.000, from 14 listings Arvita followed as of 2026-11-03. It is an asking price, not a sale price.
How many properties are for sale in Ponta das Canas?
As of 2026-11-03, 22 properties listed for sale, each counted once even when several agencies list it.
How far is Ponta das Canas from the ferry?
About 13.5 km by car from the centre of the neighborhood to the ferry terminal.
How far is Ponta das Canas from the hospital?
The municipal hospital is about 13.6 km by car from the centre of the neighborhood. The nearest health unit is UBS Costa Norte, 2.6 km away.
Where in Ilhabela is Ponta das Canas?
Ponta das Canas is in the North part of the island.
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