I cannot recommend Sylvia’s place or her as a host highly enough. Her place is beautiful, spacious, and bright. The location in Ipanema is fabulous-quiet, near the metro station and close to the beach. Sylvia goes out of her way to make sure her guests are having the best experience possible. She is accommodating and as helpful as possible. Sylvia is responsive, generous and kind. I feel very lucky I had the chance to stay with Sylvia. She is absolutely wonderful.