Lydie was the perfect host, and the apartment the perfect place to stay in Ipanema. She provided a very nice driver who spoke English very well, to pick up and drop off guests at the airport. She also accommodated my very early arrival and late departure with early check-in and late check-out at no additional cost. Thank you! The apartment is conveniently located on a very quiet, leafy street just a block from Ipanema Beach, it's also very close to a supermarket, the Metro station, a money exchange shop, a park that hosts the Sunday Hippie Fair, and of course, all the best restaurants and bars in town. It's also walking distance to all types of shops and stores, a 7.2-km running/walking/biking path around a lagoon, and next-door Copacabana Beach and Pedra do Arpoador, a popular spot for locals and tourists alike to watch the sunset. The apartment itself is cozy and modern, with all the usual kitchen and bath necessities, including free cable and wi-fi. I always felt secure when in the apartment because of the building's 24-hr security. I definitely would recommend renting this apartment to anyone visiting Rio, and would myself stay here again if and when I come back.