10/10 would highly recommend. Monica was an excellent host, spoke English, was very quick to respond to any and all questions. She was quick to offer recommendations for us as tourist. We visited during Carnaval and was warned over and over about safety being Americans. We had zero problems and felt very safe with the doorman/security and the locked door for entrance into the building. Excellent location! The street is quiet and covered in beautiful foliage. Very short walk to Leblon beach, lots of shopping and restaurants. We did not know what to expect being first time visitors to Rio, but we were super happy with our rental choice. Monica is a gem!!