Patrick's place was fantastic. Very modern with amazing views of the Copacabana beach. Checkin was at a late hour (1am) and we were still met at the apartment and given a quick tour. The neighborhood felt very safe with great restaurants and nightlife and beaches. Theirs a tiny boteca called Bip Bip that just 1/2 a block away for amazing samba played by local musicians. Definitely check it out one evening (after 9pm)...
Communication with Patrick was great. Vanessa, the maid, was great!. She was efficient, friendly and made us all delicious Feijoada one night. We had a blast. Highly recommend.