We never met our host, all key exchanges were done by the security guys at the gate (who were, by the way, very friendly and helpful). Location is great, walking distance to Copacabana and Impanema, close to Metro stop and grocery stores. View is as advertised - spectacular. Water filter in kitchen is very handy as is the clothes washer. Lots of wardrobe space in both bedrooms. Air conditioner in living room is hidden behind drapes on right-hand side and is controlled manually - no remote. We did not discover this air conditioner until third last day!