This apartment is a sanctuary in Ipanema. It is very well located (one block from the beach) and within reach of so many restaurants, supermarkets, and shopping. It is like your own pied-a-terre in Ipanema. What is lacks in sunshine (it is on a ground floor) it makes up in charm and decoration and we loved how quiet it was. You cannot hear anything going on outdoors. It is a perfect place to spend a few days at the beach. Our host made check in very easy and provided great tips for the neighborhood. I would highly recommend the place and will return. To it on future trips to Rio.