Fanny is a natural host. Is just very available and relaxed and sweet!
The apartment and furniture etc. is a bit outdated, but for low-budget travelers who look for the real local experience this place is really what you will like. You live in a secluded area away from the hectic Rio-vibe, separated by a gate of which you will have the key; like a very small village in the MIDDLE of copacobana/ipanema crossing , including direct neighbours chilling in front of their houses. Many of them do airbnb. I loved it! Even had a massage of a neigbour who i chatted with and she turned out to be a specialist.
A very big pro; 3 minutes walk to copacabana beach & 1 minute so subway General Osorio. I will be back! Merci Fanny!