I had a long stay in Bernardo's flat (20+ days)...

The upsides:
+ the host was very supportive (efficient and stress-free check-in / out);
+ the pictures are 100% accurate, this is a brand new refurbished apartment, something hard to come by in Rio;
+ very clean;
+ jaw-breaking views from the Sugar Loaf mountain.

On the down-side, the condo complex, overall, is not as well kept as the flat (usual in Rio).

Overall, a highly recommended flat if you fancy being at Botafogo / Flamengo area. I would definetly return.