The home is central to two of the most popular beaches in Rio. (Copacabana and Ipanema). We were within walking distance from awesome malls, shops and food places, and we could always count on an Uber or taxi to be within two minutes. The place! Omg! Exactly like the pictures. My boyfriend and I felt safe and as everyone stated in previous comments, it’s peaceful and quiet and my favorite part was to lounge around with a nice beer on the hammock. I forgot that I was in a very tourist area. Rafael was an amazing host and accommodated not only a late check in but was able to adjust to the crazy delays and cancellations we had with flights. After a stressful way down, it was nice to come into a place that immediately felt like home. We were so sad to leave! Would come again in a heartbeat!