Paloma is an excellent host. She was very communicative ahead of our stay to arrange check-in time and was waiting for us on arrival. she showed how everything worked and gave us some good tips for both the local area and enjoying Rio carnival. the house is super cute, quirky and and bursting with character. The balcony at the rear overlooks some private gardens, then the street behind, giving both privacy and the perfect spot to watch the activity in a stunning restaurant across the road. We had an amazing stay. Much gratitude to Paloma