Aymeric's cashina is very charming. It is definitely a fun, less-touristy way of experiencing Rio. The cashina is small home perched on the side of a hill in the Santa Teresa neighborhood of Rio. One has to climb a steep set up cement stairs to reach the doorway. The inside is nicely decorated and well equipped (full kitchen, bathroom and comfortable bed). One gets an amazing view of the city every morning from the huge balcony. You even get to see cute monkeys playing in the trees. The cashina is located about 5 minutes away from the main drag of Santa Teresa where there are several fun restaurants, bars and boutiques. There is also a supermarket very close by. The Santa Teresa neighborhood is a bit removed from the Zone Sud (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon) part of Rio. The nearest metro stop is about a 15 minute walk away. Aymeric was extremely helpful and accommodating both before and during our trip. His friend and neighbor Victor who was also very helpful and nice welcomed us. We had a great trip.