Staying with Ana and her family was wonderful. Her homemade breakfast (she makes her own bread and granola) every morning was delicious. The house and the garden made up for the long way up the hill to Santa Teresa. The bus connection is good and not expensive, there is a bus stop right next to Ana's house. Ana's home is perfect for someone who is looking for a nice and relaxing time in Rio, it might not be perfect to have a 'party holiday'.