The apt was great and I had an excellent stay. Host was excellent also and very gracious, friendly and helpful, i.e., helped direct me and my brother around Rio and helped us to learn about Brazilian and Rio culture. Had a great feminine touch and supplied a very clean & modern fully equipped apt with things like a TV, internet, sofa bed, washer/dryer, iron, snacks, drinks, guidebook to Rio and we could even hire her to drive us anywhere including having airport pickup and sendoff. I could not have asked for more. Rating: excellent!!