The most amazing feature of this lovely Ipanema apartment is the sliding glass wall that completely opens up to an enclosed, private deck. Outside is what seems to be a small jungle with gorgeous exotic trees and flowering plants that provide lush green and cool shade and is home to a group of curious monkeys who visit every morning at breakfast time.
And of course there is the beach. Just steps from the front door of the building is the famous Ipanema beach, with soft white sand, turqoise water and beautiful people who applaude every sunset.

Rafael, who lives in the building, greeted us warmly with a tour of the apartment and gave us great info about the neighborhood restaurants and shops. Everything was very clean and comfortable, and exactly as pictured. We'd love to come back often.