To make the comment most useful will try to make it short:
Stayed at Levy's place for a week, a few phases I would like to describe:
1. Booking: received a response from Levy within few minutes, all issues were discussed and solved promptly. No language barrier. After confirmation received a detailed instructions and tips on how to get to place, convenient transport, exchange places and other things good to know about for tourist.
2. Arrival: Levy met us at the place, even we were late for more than 1 hour and it was raining ( sorry Levy), even thou his approach was very professional and precise. Please expect long taxi queue upon arrival at peak times:).
After that we were briefed on local amenities including do's and don't's, as where it would be better to visit ( including a must see locations) and places worth dropping in. I would have to say the guidance provided was absolutely correct, including the prices. That sufficiently made the life easier for new visitors:).
3. As well said before, Levy is an excellent host, allowing you to do your stuff, and if you have time and he is around, may take you for a short walk around going into depth of Brazilian culture.
4. Place clean, wifi - excellent, quite, guarded 24 hours, no problem with late return. Absolutely suitable for a day to day life.
5. At check out Levy was on time, allowing us to leave the bags behind for a few hours, as we had a late afternoon flight.
6. Overall very friendly atmosphere, no negative emotions received at any time of our stay. Greatly enjoyed it. I would recommend Levy as a host to Rio visitors. Definitely a place to return. Levy, thank you!!!