If you're looking for an apartment in Rio with a great host, an amazing location and all the basic amenities you may need (washer/dryer, AC in every room, good WiFi, Smart TV, etc) then Fabio's apartment is a great option. The apartment is two blocks from the beach, the restaurants on Dias Ferreira AND Talho Capixaba, so honestly, the location couldn't be better. Whether you want to start your days with a run/walk on the calcadao or by grabbing breakfast at one of many places, it's all at your fingertips. We stayed for new years/Reveillon and being able to take the Metro (half a block from the apartment) to/from Copacabana was also very convenient. Fabio was very responsive before we arrived and available for questions when we were there. Overall, our stay was great.