Our stay at the Sea View House was excellent. Rafa is a superb host, and accommodated our every request! The apartment is very comfortable and is equipped with all amenities, for comfort and function. It's perfect for a single dweller, a couple or a group of 2-3. The location is fantastic, with a beautiful view of the Praia da Urca, and walking distance to restaurants, groceries, and to Praia Vermelha and Pão de Açúcar. For transport to other areas, taxis, buses and bikes are all very accessible. Urca is a lovely neighborhood, and quite safe - it feels like a get-away inside of Rio. All around, we loved our time at Rafa's place and recommend it highly! It came to be Rio's home away from home.