Our stay was fantastic. The apartment is well-decorated and very pleasant to be in (just as good or even better than in the photos). You can tell that thought went into exactly how to make the place feel comfortable and visually appealing. Though you may not spend too much time inside while visiting Rio, it is always a great feeling to really enjoy the space where you rest and recharge.
The check-in process was easy as can be, the location was fantastic, and the apartment was clean. We did have an unexpected plumbing issue, but Gustavo was very responsive and kind, and we were able to resolve it easily. During our trip, our flights leaving Rio were also unexpectedly rescheduled, but we were lucky that Gustavo allowed us to have a late check-out by an additional several hours. I know this isn't always possible (depending on when the cleaning schedule or when the next guests arrive), but it really made a huge difference for us because we could leave our bags and enjoy one last full afternoon at the beach.
Another big plus was also the refreshments that Gustavo left for us in in the apartment. Not only was it convenient to have a few drinks and food items handy on our tight tourist schedule, but it was also a fun way to try some everyday Brazilian drinks and snacks (like guarana soda =]).
This apartment is everything you need if you want to stay in the Ipanema area of Rio. If you book here, you won't regret it!