We were 5 persons who stayed at the apartment during 5 days and 4 nights. The apartment is pretty much what you see in the pictures and in the description.

It is very well-located in a beautiful and safe neighborhood of Ipanema. You have an easy access to supermarkets, pubs and many restaurants. The beach is also very close to the flat, just like the access to buses and taxis to move around the city. Keep in mind the nearest metro station "Ipanema/General Osório Station" has been and will remain closed until the year 2015.

Additionally, Ghizlane is a very kind and attentive host. She gave us many advices regarding the city; and she was available via telephone and chat during our whole stay.

However, we find important to mention that right outside the apartment there is a relevant construction happening through the entire street (expansion of the metro line). While we stayed, softly but constant noises were frequent during morning and evening.

We also had a small incident where a reliable worker of the host entered to the apartment while I was in it. He thought nobody was inside the apartment and needed to quickly pick-up some work tools/supplies. I found him entering the apartment and because I don't speak Portuguese, the situation was confusing. Later, Ghizlane explained the situation and apologized for the misunderstanding. However I suggest nobody should enter to the apartment while guests are renting it. If supplies from it are needed, permission from guests should be required to have access to the flat.

Overall we recommend this apartment and evaluate very positively to Ghizlane and her work as host.