I was recently back for a second stay at Casa Colonial 2. I have also stayed in Patrick's Casa 1 - downstairs from Casa 2. This old house has a ton of charm and local Rio feel to it. It also has all the amenities I look for when I am in Rio. Casa 2 is up one big flight of stairs from street level. The ceilings inside are super high (over 3 meters) and the "casa" is spacious. It definitely does not have the cramped feel that many other apartments do in Rio. There are overhead fans in all the bedrooms and in the living room. And aircon in the bedrooms. Hot shower works great. Wifi was fine. Kitchen was well supplied including drinking water and some staples. There is a convenient laundry area with washer. I like Baixo Gavea and it is an easy to walk to Leblon and access to the metro if you like. It's convenient to attend events at Jocquie Club nearby. Thanks Patrick for offering up this wonderful home.