I stayed in Mauricio's home for my first week in Rio, and it was great. He had excellent communication, months leading up to my stay and throughout the stay. Leme neighborhood always felt very safe - I recommend in the day riding a bike, scooter, or walking form posto 1 to 11 to see the beach line in Rio, it was great. I am an online teacher and the wifi in Mauricio's home was great. He provided me with a wifi speed test before my stay, which was so helpful. He also provided me information where to go get a SIM Card, as a non-Brasilian resident. The maid cleaned my room and changed my sheets during the stay which I appreciated. Although there is no air conditioning, the sea breeze and high-power fan made the room comfortable. I also used the washing machine and water filter often, which I appreciated. The home and bed is comfortable and extremely cheap for the location. It is an older home, so the amenities are not perfect, but overall great value fr the price and great location to see Rio :)