We stayed in Bea's Guesthouse for three weeks. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel very much at home. Bea and her staff made us feel so welcome. Bea even contacted us a couple of days beforehand to ask what groceries we would like and then just pay for what we used.

The Guesthouse itself was stunning and had everything we could possibly want. The views from the deck were breathtaking, including views of Christ the Redeemer, the Favelas and lush forest. We had visits from the local monkeys and were lucky enough to see a Toucan and a Hummingbird without leaving the property! We also enjoyed daily visits from the family dogs Bella and Otto (usually at mealtimes :))

The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well equipped.

We visited Rio because our 15 year old daughter was competing at the Paralympic Games. Some of the days were quite stressful and it was so nice to come home to this little piece of paradise after a long day at the track.

We fell in love Santa Teresa itself with its eclectic mix of people. If you are looking for unique souvenirs made by local artists, Santa Teresa is the place to go. There are lots of good cafes and restaurants to choose from also without all the touristy hype.

Lastly, we were so sad to leave Bea and her family. They made us feel so welcome and made what would have been a good experience into an amazing experience that will become treasured memories.