WOW, by FAR our VERY BEST AIRBNB experience to-date and we have had many. THE LOCATION IS GREAT, the apartment is gorgeous. THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST!!!!

As if this was not all enough to convince anyone to rent, John is the ideal AirBNB host. He is extremely well-prepared, the property is flawless, he is responsive and available, and proactive about helping you on your visit to Rio. It starts out with him sending you great info about Rio the minute you book the property and his pro-active approach to being an AirBNB host that we have found unparalleled. His approach should be used by AirBNB as an example for folks to become hosts. It is something to be viewed and followed for sure. When you arrive, Charlotte, John's friend assistant is there to welcome you and give you the scoop to everything you need to know. We arrived quite late and she was extremely patient and commented with us along the way to ensure we had all the info we needed. Once she leaves, there is a large book of recommendations for the area to get the most out of Rio, along with some great insider tips. The book also contains a complete rundown of the property, explaining virtually everything. Everything is written in both English and Portuguese, including labels on drawers, cupboards, and electronics. The property is right across from the beach, with an excellent view where Leme Beach and Copacobana Beach meet. When asked for recommendations that were not already in the book, he replied more promptly and with more detail than you would normally expect. The appt. is extremely well furnished, not only with appliances and supplies but they were also kind to have some juice, bread, fruit there ready for us upon our arrival. The location is simply fabulous with extremely great access to everything. Transportation is a breeze whether you are driving, catching cabs, buses, walking or renting bicycles. There is an emergency supply box where people have left extra things, and you can take or leave things there, which is helpful. There are TVs and videos, although I don’t think we ever actually even turned one on. Needless to say, it was so amazing, that we ended up extending our stay. Cannot recommend this property enough, and will stay here again next time we are in Rio, if it is available!