Carlos' apartment is perfectly located. It's about two blocks from Arpoador/Ipanema Beaches and walking distance to supermarkets, drugstores, restaurants and General Osório subway station. His place is on a tree-lined street and really quiet at all times. The living room is comfortable, but the couch is worn out, not really as you see on the pics. No big deal, though. It has a cover on and it does the trick. My only real issue relates to the fact that only the bedroom has air conditioner. It can get really warm during the day and even though there is a fan in the living rooom, that doesn't seem to be enough. I brought it to Carlos attention and he offered to buy another fan during my stay, so that I could be more comfortable. He also explained that a new ac system is going to be installed soon and that it requires a structural remodel. When that happens, his place is going to be perfect.