This cool villa is perched amid lush greenery at the base of Morro Dois Irmãos just across the street from the Sheraton Rio. It is a fairly large house split into a number of apartments and with shared patios on three different levels, each with fantastic views of the ocean and the hummingbirds and the local monkeys. The apartments here are quirky and cozy rather than cold and sterile, and the vibe is very chill. The kitchens are compact but sufficient, the beds are comfortable and clean, and the internet is fast and consistent. The sunrise is incredible every morning, and the afternoon brings a light breeze and lovely temperatures until sunset (at least this was the case in May - another reviewer notes that it can be quite warm in Rio at other times of year and that the a/cs are very useful then). We walked frequently to Leblon beach, and the space in between offers wonderful vantage points as well and is a really great short walk on its own. If you don't feel like walking, the bus that goes straight up and down the beach picks up just outside. We also recommend trying a pastel and copa de cana at the small plaza west of the apartment some Friday afternoon. Jake is an awesome host - responsive, communicative, interested in making sure his guests have everything they need but also respectful of space and privacy. He even met us after midnight for our arrival without any hesitation when we were delayed due to car trouble. We definitely recommend a stay with him in any of his listings!