The location is great, literally neighboor of some atractions as the botanical garden and parque lage. The house is safe and quiet. Just exiting the apartament complex there are rental bikes stations (20 reais per month) making the trip to the most popular beaches a very pleasant 20 mins bike ride contouring the beautiful lagoon.
The owner is a easy going doctor that does not stays much there and you pretty much feel the whole place is for you. There is this cute litle dog called Frida that will respect your doace but if you like her and give her atention she will become your best friend haha. She is definitely a plus.
We had no trouble coming back at anytime to the place, even late night. If you are driving there is street parking.
There is a small groceries store by the next corner and a bigger one two streets down - as well a gym you can by a day pass - but the city have small workout stations everythere for free.