This spot is a terrific value (you’ll pay about 40-50% less than Copacabana while still having access to it) and you should deeply consider renting long term with Bernardo.
First off, the neighborhood is safe, friendly, and well lit. At no point did I feel unsafe, and frankly this was one of the safest neighborhoods that I have stayed in. There are also several restaurants that are close by that serve great food for a great price.
Getting to and from the apartment is very easy. It’s about a 10-15 minute walk up and a 5-10 minute walk down. You can of course skip the walk up by getting a moto taxi for 5 real.
Check in was easy as Bernardo picked me up from the airport (free). The place was as described, and very clean. The bed was comfortable, and the shower had plenty of hot water. Also the room was quiet. There is laundry on site. Also Bernard is communicative and very responsive to questions.
The wifi speed was about 30 mbps up and down with it being a bit slower in the bedroom.