Great location, we felt safe as much as it is possible in Rio. Valeria was very responsive to our last minute request and shared with us her personal tips and knowledge about neighborhood. Mrs. Ruth as well was very helpful - I enjoyed talking to her a lot! There are supermarkets nearby and lovely fruit shop. On Thursday on street there is a market to buy fruits and veggies very cheap. Only thing which we would like to comment: no washing machine (there is laundry nearby, but could be convenient more if it was present in the apartment). Overall we felt welcomed and will recommend this apartment to other travelers :) And definitely we would go back to Rio again! Cidade maravilhosa!