The host was flexible with our check in and check out times and gave helpful guide about Rio attractions, safety in Rio, use of public transportation and recommended some good restaurants. We had laundry facility at the apartment and free, fast Wifi connection. The TV can be set to English mode for most of the movie channels which was great. The apartment was clean, neat, very comfortable. We didnt use the kitchen however it is well equiped with cooking utensils, fridge, microwave. Philip also sent us photos of the apartment in advance to make it easier to locate the apartment. We loved Rio and plan to visit Rio in the near future and will definately use Philip's apartment again.