Ion and Sheila's home is absolutely gorgeous! It is a paradise inside the city. I'm happy we had already spent a few weeks in the city because we found it hard to leave this place. It is so tranquil and beautiful. Little monkeys will come visit during the day and will greatly appreciate a banana snack from you :) Santo, their fluffy black cat, is very social and friendly and will also stop over to visit. The pool is a great place to cool off and the views are spectacular. The apartment is comfy and full of fantastic art!
Ion is a talented sculptor and he and his wife are so kind and friendly. They are multi-lingual also and can speak Portuguese, Spanish, French, Romanian and English. Ion will offer to take you on a tour of Santa Teresa which was lovely and he'll even make you the best caipirinha in Rio. I really can't say enough good things about this couple and their home. It is the kind of place you will remember always! We hope to return one day!