We have just returned from 7 nights at Silvia's apartment and had a great time. The apartment is spacious and well equipped with excellent air conditioning in both living room and bedroom. The terrace is very nice.
There are currently building works on the new Metro station outside but this really didn't bother us at all.
The location is fantastic, one block from Leblon beach, loads of great restaurants and shops, everything you need on your doorstep. Ipanema is a 20 minute walk. For anything further afield taxis are quite cheap.
We loved Rio and this apartment.
Thanks Silvia.