This beautiful apartment is large, perfectly located, sparkling clean, comfortable and gorgeous. Three bedrooms are a decent size, with comfortable beds, a variety of pillows, and plenty of towels. There is ample closet space in each room. There are three full bathrooms and one half bath. The kitchen is suitably equipped, with a large adjacent utility room with laundry facilities. The lobby attendants and property managers were efficient, professional, and responsive. Our favorite space to spend time was the beautiful balcony. Even though the rail was under repair, the large balcony was perfect for sitting, relaxing and staring at the sea. Sipping coffee or wine. Or, go for action on the busy & fun Ipanema beach. It is literally steps away. You simply have to cross the street to get to the beach. There are dozens of restaurants and shops close by, with lots of recommendations from your hosts.