Sergio is the best!
We had an amazing time at Sergio's place and were so sad to leave as we were not only leaving a great city, but also a friend. Sergio speaks six different languages and is so easy to communicate with, I highly recommend him to anyone coming to Rio. He is always ready with suggestions on what to do and greeted us with beers upon our arrival :)

Every morning he made us a big fruit platter for breakfast, which was delicious. He also helped up wash our clothes in his washing machine and went to buy Havianas with us. We spent the last night having a caipirinha lesson with Sergio and staying up late to chat. He was so lovely that he even woke up at 3am to say goodbye to us (we had a very early flight), even though we insisted that he sleep.

The apartment is great and only 3 blocks from Copacabana beach. It is near restaurants and cafes, and Sergio completely respects your privacy. Cannot wait to be back :)