We didn't meet Richard as it was self check-in, but he was always very nice and responsive via WhatsApp with info and tips.
The flat is exactly like in the pictures, apart from the big black dog which has been aptly replaced by an armchair.
PROS:
- very good location, walking distance from the beach and the main street with all the nice bars and restaurants
- Refreshments on arrival, as we got in at around midnight it was nice to find some fruit and drinks
- 24h doorman
CONS:
- Noise: the bedroom balcony is overlooking an elevated street; besides the traffic people talking/arguing could be heard almost every night. Also the air conditioning is very noisy. I'm a light sleeper but also my partner who usually doesn't have problems had some rough nights.
- The toilet paper cannot be thrown in the toilet but in a bin next to it... I've been in hotels in Rio before but never had these requests.