Elena, Sid and Ermes (I hope I spelled it correctly) are a wonderful family and one of the best hosts I ever had. The welcome was warm, they are very easy going and they let us feel like at our home since the first moment we enter their place. Also, it was a pleasure to have long talks with Sid about movies, history, art.
About the house, it overall matches the description.
The location is really in the heart of the Lapa district, just expect a few meters of steep uphill, but this should not be a problem for most of the guests. Overall great place to stay, I would definetely come back!