What a wonderful room, exactly as in the photo - except now has a bigger table! Large and airy and with a window out to a covered balcony on which one can take meals - there is a BBQ area as well - hang clothes to dry, etc. Wi-Fi was available 24/7
I don't like a.c. and so was really pleased with the over bed ceiling fan - keeps all them damn mozzies away also. Shower is one of those electric ones that you can alter the temperature on, ask Maria or Paloma if unsure how to.
Place is spotlessly clean and I felt so secure - no worries about leaving any belongings in the room at all. Full access to basic kitchen (stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave) and, although I didn't use it, washing machine at guest's disposal also.
Had the flat to myself most of the time as Maria and her niece Paloma out at work - but, should one need them for anything, both work in the same road, just a few doors away.
Ideally located for those who, as I did, want access to Centro area. Took about 20 mins to walk in. (Museo de Amanha on Praça Mauá well worth a look; tourist info on same praça as well - 25 mins from Maria's). There is a more than basic supermarket s house. Probably better to ask her for more info if relevant.
If I were returning to Rio I would most definitely hope to be able to stay here again. Thanks a lot Maria and Paloma (& Leao)