Highly recommended for anyone looking to spend some time in Santa Teresa, near downtown centro, and Lapa.

Points of interest within walking distance:
-selaron steps (right around the corner)
-lapa aqueducts
-catacomb cathedral
-nacional library
-confeiteria cafe
-amazing graffiti / street art by some very popular Brazillian artists
-parque des ruinas

Michael was a fantastic host! Informative, speaks perfect English, and easily accessible / very responsive. He greeted us at his home and made us feel very welcomed. There are a ton of amenities which we did not get a chance to use because of our short stay, but to name a few:
-wifi
-full kitchen use: stove, refrigerator, filtered tap water
-washing machine for laundry
-HOT water which we didnt come by too often in Rio
-hair blow dryer
-smart tv with apps that can run music stations, YouTube etc...

Aside from the convenience of his homes location, our most favorite feature was the view from his balcony. Note that this is located up a wind-y, hilly road, you'll be getting a nice daily workout.

If I make it back to Rio I would definitely stay here again and recommend this place to my friends. Pleasure meeting you Michael!