Denise was a great host, even before we arrived in Brazil. She helped us with transportation and all information that we needed. The apartment is located perfectly for walking access to either Copacabana or Ipanema. It was a nice size for our group and met all of our needs. Jose, the superintendent, was a big help and always so kind with cabs and anything that we needed. The store across the street had great baked goods and was always a hub of activity. I would highly recommend her apartment to anybody wanting to have a wonderful time in Rio.