I dont know if i can write this without tearing up but Valerie and Alex feel like distant Aunt and Uncle / guardian angels to my boyfriend and I— the love and care and concern they had for us was that of family. We stayed in their home from Jan-March (a long term rental) and they really made us feel accommodated without being overbearing. They felt like they were always there when we needed it. They will 100% do everything they can to make sure any question is answered even if it is not airbnb related— they are just caring people.
The home is super super super clean
The maid is so sweet and friendly and thorough
The space is lovely. Its on the top floor, it has a lovely terrace to dry clothes, or have dinner
It has a very peaceful vibe about it
My boyfriend and I both work from home and it was spacious enough for us to work in separate areas
I love cooking and i cooked almost every day in their kitchen— it doesnt have an oven but it has everything else and it is fully equipped.
The doormen are absolutely lovely and friendly and made me feel super safe, also they are incredibly helpful. They will go out of their way to open the door or elevator for you or bring your bags in or out
The beach is a block away! Cant beat that
2 small grocery stores are across the street which makes it super convenient , the large grocery store is down the street, just a short walk
Banks and exchange stores super close walk
Restaurants are all a walk away.
Copacabana is lively and can be noisy (sometimes you can hear) but because we were on the top floor it was very peaceful
The location is great because its super close to ipanema (15 min walk) and leme (15 min walk)
It was my first time in brasil and i felt really safe. Valerie and Alex will go above and beyond for their clients. We travel A LOTTTTTT and we really felt like we were distant relatives by the way they welcomed us.
I cannot thank you both enough. Thank you, and we will see you next year <3