I recently spent 9 days in Rio on business and I booked Sonia's apt in Flamengo. Prior to the booking, Sonia was very cordial and she responded to all my questions promptly. She met me upon arrival and showed the ins and outs of the apt as well as gave me several tips for that area. I requested an iron and she provided one within a day which was very helpful. The apt is just as advertised, it is clean and very functional, the wi-fi worked great (it was a must for me), just one block from the metro at Largo do Machado, there are several restaurant options within 1-2 blocks, there are a couple of nice supermarkets (Extra and Hortifruti) nearby, a 3-4 laundry services within a few blocks. Downstairs in the corner, there is a great place for natural juices or a quick meal (Rico's). On Saturday, there is a great farmer's market on the Largo do Machado which is not to be missed.

Again, I enjoyed my stay and Sonia was very helpful even arranging for the transportation to the airport at the end. Thanks Sonia!