Matteo is amazing. Prior to arriving at the apartment, he was very attentive to my questions and answered me right away. Matteo met us at the apartment and walked us through the apartment and the house rules. The apartment was very clean and cozy. The bedrooms were of perfect size for us, and there were amble towels available for our stay. The wifi worked very well. We felt like we were at home. The apartment is also a block away from the beach and centrally situated between two metro stops. We felt very safe around the neighborhood and within the building. Matteo made himself available to us during the duration of the trip and was able to answer any questions we had. He even assist us with arranging a day tour for us! Matteo was very hospitable and I would most certainly stay at his apartment again the next time I am in Rio!