We booked an 18 day period during the World Cup for 4 persons. We found that the apartment although small and more suited to perhaps 1-2 people was suitable for our purposes. The apartment was clean and well presented with enough appliances, cutlery and utensils. The lack of hot water in the kitchen was a pain and it is recommended that this should be sorted. The location is fantastic, situated very close to the Leblon shopping mall and within close proximity to great bars, restuarants, laundry service and taxi rank. The place is secure and we felt safe in the neighborhood and the apartment. Our host was great. Although we did not meet her, she was most helpful is assisting with some arrangements prior to our arrival in Brasil and despite us overstaying for a night was very gracious in accepting our mistake. I would return for another stay if I was in Brasil.