If I could give 6 or more stars, I would - what a great host and what a great little studio. For me, a person lazy about feeding myself, to be within a dozen meters of some of the most chic restaurants in Ipanema, including a lovely cafe & bakery for breakfast, this was a real plus. The apartment itself is organized and efficient, very comfortable and has a great shower / bathroom. You have the options of AC / ceiling fan / or cool breeze open windows in the morning. The neighborhood is gorgeous and at ease, you feel relaxed here. There is a nice park and my favorite Acai (Polis Sucos) right across. The building itself is cute and the neighbors I met were all very nice. I have only glowing things to say about Brux and his loft!