I stayed here for 8 days. I have to say big thumbs up, because this is one of the rare times that I met the actual owner of the place I was renting.

The place is just as Tim described. But he is actually upgrading things at the moment. With my permission he put in a new desk and had a new kitchen sink delivered while I was there. He has more plans also.

The washing machine is a blessing, as was the A/C.

The location is very good, not far to walk to the beach, and there are many restaurants nearby. Tim can answer just about any question that you have about Rio, and he is quick to reply to you.

The only odd moment is for the first day or two the security staff will wonder who you are. After they remember you, they are are cool.