Ipanema Village is the perfect place to stay for a beach vacation. It's located conveniently one block from the beach, Post 9, and one block from shops, restaurants and cafes in all other directions. Being right in the middle of Ipanema beach puts you in a great location to wander over to neighboring Leblon or even walk about 30 minutes to Copacabana (though Ipanema is far nicer). Bus lines also run right outside the house making it very easy to get around for day trips to the Corcovado, the botanical gardens, etc. The house is clean, spacious, and well equipped with anything you could possibly need for your stay (kitchen supplies, beach chairs, etc). The wi-fi is fast though it works best in the living room, so if you're someone working on the go, connection is not a concern. And for those who want to relax and watch a movie after a day in the sun there's satellite TV.

The apartment is set back from the street and as you enter it opens up to a lush and beautiful garden that is shared with a couple other apartments on the property. It's a quiet and relaxing homecoming after a day on the bustling beaches.

Martha is a lovely host. Available, and attentive for all needs and questions and also an absolute pleasure to chat with. She had some essentials waiting for us in the apartment - water, fresh fruit, and much needed beer after our travels. She took the time to write out the location and the band schedule for a bar in Lapa that she thought we would enjoy, which of course we did (go to Rio Scenarium!) We spent Christmas in the apartment and Martha popped by briefly to wish us a happy holiday and drop off a cake for us. She's just genuinely nice and welcoming!

I can't recommend this place enough. Top notch apartment, host, and all around Airbnb experience. Hope to go back soon!