Vanessa's studio was ideal for the two of us for a week, it is nicely appointed and well-maintained in a door-man building. The bed is very comfortable and adjacent to a huge window with a nice view, the window does have a blackout shade though so sleeping in is no problem. The kitchen is adequate, and the bathroom is a good size as well. There is also a large armoire which is adequate for storing clothes so you do not have to live out of a suitcase.

Vanessa was a great host; incredibly responsive throughout the planning process and when we had a slight issue with the water, she ensured it was fixed before we got back that afternoon.

The neighborhood makes you feel like part of authentic Rio, away from the heavily touristed areas, close to Santa Teresa & Lapa but also very close to the metro which makes access to Maracana and the beaches very simple.