What a joy it was to stay at "Ipanema Village," and be hosted by Marcia! I felt really great about the decision I made, and was really glad I followed my instinct on all the various options here on AirBnb in and near Ipanema. / If you want a taste of the old world Ipanema, when Astrid Gilberto was singing Bossa Nova, and Jobim composing, this is the place to stay. It has great charm, character, and inspires relaxation and reverie. / My emails with Marcia gave me a degree of trust and comfort that I was staying somewhere safe and welcoming. During my visit my interactions with her were so warm, inviting and lovely...in acquainting me with the culture and locale. / I would gladly return to her property, or recommend it to others. / If you want "chic" or "modern" this isn't likely your vibe, and there are plenty of hi-rises in Ipanema and nearby. / But, with less than a block to walk to the beach, the fabulous restaurant Zaza, or the amazing Bossa Nova club Vinicius, what's not to like? / There is also the added perk of "Benta," the skiddish but sweet and adorable house cat. If you're a cat person you'll enjoy flirting with you as you wish and seeing her warm up to you over your stay. / - Paul