We had a very nice stay at Mauricio’s place. The neighborhood is quiet but it has everything you might need (cafes, grocery store, pharmacy, etc). The apartment is pretty much across the street from a very nice beach which is much less crowded than Ipanema or Copacabana, but just as beautiful.
Mauricio gave us a lot of recommendations about the main stores in the neighborhood, how to get around the city and was available either in person or by text at all times.
Thanks Mauricio!