Reviews for Rio de Janeiro Vacation Rental - VRBO 988273ha - 1 BR Brazil Apartment, Romantic Beach Apartment with Amazing View, Pool, Gym, Saunas & Fabulous Beach!”

Excelente Resort con una vista inigualable

Guest Hernán B.
Date of stay 01/13/13
Review Submitted 01/24/13

Estuvimos con mi mujer y mi hijo de 3 años 10 días en este apartamento situado sobre la playa de Camboinhas, Niteroi, frente a Rio de Janeiro. El resort es muy seguro con una increíble pileta con horizonte infinito y vista al mar. La pileta tiene una profundidad máxima de 1,40mts, generosas dimensiones y posee areas aptas para niños menores. Desde el balcón terraza del departamento la vista es inigualable: por un lado la playa, el mar y los morros, y por el otro la pileta. Ideal para almorzar y cenar al aire libre. Es de destacar la comodidad de tener a disposición una computadora iMac, impresora, un LED de 50 pulgadas y una Playstation. El resort posee un gimnasio con aparatos y un pequeño salón con juegos para niños. La playa de Camboinhas es muy tranquila, segura y es frecuentada por locales. Hay una hermosa pasarela entre el mar y las casas con una longitud de 1500mts, perfecta para un paseo al atardecer o un poco de running. Inclusive el fin de semana, tanto la pileta como la playa, son muy poco frecuentadas por lo que se pueden disfrutar al 100%. Si desean visitar Rio, hay que tener en cuenta que en automóvil toma aproximadamnete 50 minutos llegar a Copacabana por el tránsito y distancia a recorrer. Para llegar al departamento sí o sí utilicen un GPS ya que es muy compleja la trama de calles a recorrer. Nosotros llegamos a la medianoche, alquilando un auto en el aeropuerto. No es aconsejable ya que hay que atravesar barrios de escasos recursos que podrían llegar a ser peligrosos. De todas formas no tuvimos ningún incidente en todo el viaje, y el barrio donde esta el complejo es muy lindo y seguro.

Owner response: Cynthia and I are very happy that you love your holiday welcome back any time.... Andre / Cynthia

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Guest Valter
Date of stay 01/02/13
Review Submitted 01/22/13

It is really a very unique place. I felt like in 5 star resort. The best of the nature with all of the facilities and great people. Thanks Andre and keep it up! I hope come back soon. " Best regards,

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A piece of Heaven on Earth

Guest Howard B.
Date of stay 12/21/12
Review Submitted 01/04/13

My wife and I just returned from a beautiful vacation in Niteroi, Brazil which is just outside of Rio. We stayed at this apartment and the location allowed us to have the best of both worlds….a nice relaxing beach and pool but still close enough to Rio (40 minute taxi ride) so that we could also enjoy Ipanema and Copacabano beaches. The apartment is as advertised with a wonderful infinity pool overlooking the beach. You can swim as late as 11:30pm at night…we’d encourage you to take a night-time swim as the pool remains warm during the night. Andre who owns the apartment is very helpful. The apartment had clean sheets and towels and was cleaned by a maid once per week. The security at the apartment complex is excellent so you’ll feel safe and the reception staff was very helpful. There is also underground parking if you have a car. We took a taxi with an English speaking driver which was very helpful. Why stay here in Niteroi? Rio is great but it is so much like New York with lots of concrete buildings and traffic. You really can’t get the feeling of the freedom and openness of Brazil unless you are staying at an apartment like this one in Niteroi. The locals use the Niteroi beach behind the apartment and you can actually enjoy a relaxing day at the beach. When you go to Ipanema or Copacabano beaches they are both crammed with locals and tourists. Things to do while you are in Niteroi or near Rio: • Brazil Jeep Tour. Visit the Jesus Christ statute, Sugar Loaf and the forest in Rio. • Rio Scenarium. Young crowd but local music and tourist show with vibrant dancing in Rio. • Garota de Ipanema. Brazilian restaurant filled with tourists but has a very festive atmosphere for lunch. In Rio. • Vieira Souto. Upscale Italian restaurant in Rio. • Paludo Gourmet. Brazilian restaurant in Niteroi. • Museu Contempora (MAC). Museum in Niteroi. It’s the building architecture that’s unique. • Coahuila. Tex-Mex food with large margaritas for a change in diet while in Brazil. Restaurant in Niteroi. Brazil is a great place for a vacation. Staying at Andre’s apartment in Niteroi made our vacation memorable as it provided a comfortable and safe environment for us to explore Niteroi and Rio. We spent 11 nights at the apartment and were really sad when we finally had to leave to come back to the cold weather in the New York area.

Owner response: WOW the nicest people and review that we have ever got :) Thank you very much for writing such an amazing review - simple AMAZING !!!!! it was really nice to meet you both !! Andre and Cynthia PS. free one day next time you are here :)

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A piece of Heaven on Earth - 5 STARS

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A piece of Heaven on Earth - 5 STARS

Guest Howard B
Date of stay 12/12/12
Review Submitted 01/12/13

My wife and I just returned from a beautiful vacation in Niteroi, Brazil Which is just outside of Rio We stayed at this apartment and the location allowed us to have the best of both worlds .... a nice relaxing beach and pool but still close enough to Rio (40 minute taxi ride) so that We Could Also enjoy Ipanema beaches and Copacabano. The apartment is as advertised with a wonderful infinity pool overlooking the beach. You can swim the 11:30 pm late at night ... we'd Encourage you to take a night-time swim to the pool remains warm During the night. Andre who owns the apartment is very helpful. The apartment had clean sheets and towels and was cleaned by a maid once per week. The security at the apartment complex is excellent so you'll feel safe and the reception staff was very helpful. There is underground parking Also if you have a car. We took the taxi driver speaking with an Inglês Which was very helpful. Why stay here in Niteroi? Rio is great but it is so much like New York with lots of concrete buildings and traffic. You really can not get the feeling of the freedom and openness of Brazil unless you are staying at an apartment like this one in Niteroi. The locals use the Niteroi beach behind the apartment and you can actually enjoy a relaxing day at the beach. When you go to Ipanema beaches or Copacabano ambos They are crammed with locals and tourists. Things to do while you are in or near Niteroi Rio: Brazil • Jeep Tour. Visit the statute Jesus Christ, Sugar Loaf and the forest in Rio • River Scenarium. Young crowd but the local tourist show with music and vibrant dancing in Rio • Girl from Ipanema. Brazilian restaurant filled with tourists but has a very festive atmosphere for lunch. • In Rio Vieira Souto. Upscale Italian restaurant in Rio • Paludo Gourmet. Brazilian restaurant in Niteroi. • Contempora Museum (MAC). Museum in Niteroi. It's the building that's unique architecture. • Coahuila. Tex-Mex food with large margaritas for a change in diet while in Brazil. Restaurant in Niteroi. Brazil is a great place for a vacation. Staying at Andre's apartment in Niteroi made our vacation memorable it provided them a comfortable and safe environment for us to explore Rio and Niteroi We spent 11 nights at the apartment and were really sad When We finally had to leave to come back to the cold weather in the New York area.

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SIMPLE AMAZING !!!!

Guest Sammy
Date of stay 11/22/12
Review Submitted 01/12/13

This place is breathtaking! It has the best of both worlds in terms of relaxing by the beach and having access to Rio only a relatively short drive away. The beach is fantastic and the infinity pool on the patio is amazing. You can swim in the worm water and till 1030 PM. Clean, beautiful, great lights, amazing view - you are right on the water. There are some great restaurants nearby that we loved too. We already booked the place for 2013 :) thank you an amazing place Sam / Patty

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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The best ever !!

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The best ever !!

Guest Cindy
Date of stay 11/15/12
Review Submitted 11/26/12

2 Helpful votes:0/0. My wife and I stayed here for 2 weeks and were happy with our stay. The beach that is out in front of the apartment is very nice with great views of Rio de Janeiro in the distance. We really enjoyed the pool and the saunas as well. The Niteroi Museum nearby was also interesting. We were happy with what we got for the price we paid.

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The best ever !!

Guest john s.
Date of stay 11/09/12
Review Submitted 12/17/12

My wife and I stayed here for 2 weeks and were happy with our stay. The beach that is out in front of the apartment is very nice with great views of Rio de Janeiro in the distance. We really enjoyed the pool and the saunas as well. The Niteroi Museum nearby was also interesting. We were happy with what we got

Recommended for: Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Vamos !!!!

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Vamos !!!!

Guest Grazi
Date of stay 11/01/12
Review Submitted 11/05/12

É um apartamento de primeira classe em um local exótico. O apartamento tem tudo que você precisa, incluindo internet e TV, wi-fi, máquina de café nesspresso, vista de frente para praia é sensacional. Passei 90% dos meus dias deitado na praia desfrutando do mar e do sol!! . Eu absolutamente amei a piscina. Especialmente depois de um treino no ginásio, e Depois da sauna! O tempo parece que é sempre agradável e quando chove não dura muito tempo. Se você alugar este lugar (que você deve) ter a certeza de fazer uma viagem para o Rio de Janeiro, se você nunca esteve lá, esse lugar me surpreendeu também. Achei o preço muito razoável para um apartamento tão doce e ótima localização. Cafeteria, restaurantes e bares há 10 minutos andando e 2 minutos de carro. Todos fazem entrega à domicílio inclusive a padaria! Foi tudo perfeito. Eu indico este apartamento.

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Amazing, breath taking apartment

Guest andy g.
Date of stay 09/07/12
Review Submitted 11/04/12

My wife and I stayed here for a week and loved it so much. It’s a great little get away that has everything you need. The beach is unreal and the apartment itself is equipped with everything you’ll need, we especially enjoyed the gym access. Internet access was also a plus for us as we have found in the past that some places don’t provide Internet. We would highly recommend this spot. Thank you Cynthia and Andre

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LOVED IT

Guest john l.
Date of stay 08/13/12
Review Submitted 11/04/12

I brought my family here and we had a blast. My son loves to surf and with Itucatiara Beach so close by he was in heaven. While my son was surfing we spent most of our days lounging around the stunning pool. This is also a great spot to do some hiking as well. Hope to get back here sometime soon.

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Lovely

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Lovely

Guest Tania
Date of stay 07/17/12
Review Submitted 11/05/12

This is where the locals like to go so it’s a great way to avoid the crowds of tourists that fill up the beaches. I stayed at this apartment for a week and really enjoyed it. The area is very safe and the people are friendly. There are all kinds of cool beach bars and restaurants that you can stroll up to. This truly is a wonderful place and a wonderful country. I had beautiful weather the entire week except I think it rained briefly one night. With the beach in front of you and the rainforest and mountains behind you what more could a guy ask for.

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Fantastic Stay!

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Fantastic Stay!

Guest Artur and Joanna
Date of stay 05/16/12
Review Submitted 11/04/12

This place is breathtaking! It has the best of both worlds in terms of relaxing by the beach and having access to Rio only a relatively short drive away. The beach is fantastic and the infinity pool on the patio is amazing. There are some great restaurants nearby that we loved too. Definitely will be back.

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WOW

Guest john s.
Date of stay 05/12/12
Review Submitted 07/06/12

If you are looking for a Beach holiday, this is it. There is no other place like this anywhere in Rio. We have a great time, the pool is amazing, the beach was right on the front of you. See you next year Andre John

Owner response: we are happy that you had a great time :)

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This place is really amazing

Guest Daniel s.
Date of stay 04/04/12
Review Submitted 05/21/12

We really enjoyed our stay in Camboihnias Beach as it made a perfect place for our family holiday. The place is rally special, we have never stay in place with the view like this before. The pool is WOW, and the beach is right on the front of you. The place was very clean and we are planing to come again in November. Daniel

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wow wow wow

Guest jon s.
Date of stay 01/08/12
Review Submitted 11/05/12

This is where the locals like to go so it’s a great way to avoid the crowds of tourists that fill up the beaches. I stayed at this apartment for a week and really enjoyed it. The area is very safe and the people are friendly. There are all kinds of cool beach bars and restaurants that you can stroll up to. This truly is a wonderful place and a wonderful country. I had beautiful weather the entire week except I think it rained briefly one night. With the beach in front of you and the rainforest and mountains behind you what more could a guy ask for. great stay will come again

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you cant get this view for this price

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you cant get this view for this price

Guest jon
Date of stay 12/12/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

My wife and I stayed here for 2 weeks and were happy with our stay. The beach that is out in front of the apartment is very nice with great views of Rio de Janeiro in the distance. We really enjoyed the pool and the saunas as well. The Niteroi Museum nearby was also interesting. We were happy with what we got for the price we paid.

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Home away from home!

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Home away from home!

Guest Peter and Gaby
Date of stay 12/05/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

My husband and I stayed here and this is one of the best vacations we’ve ever had. There is so much close by to see and do with great restaurants, you really feel like you’re getting a good sense of the Brazilian culture. The sunrise in the mornings were spectacular and I loved sitting on the patio drinking my morning coffee as the sun came up. The apartment itself was very nice and modern. It had everything we needed to cook some great meals for ourselves and it almost felt like we had been living there forever! We love Camboinhas and can’t wait to get back.

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very cool apartment

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very cool apartment

Guest tom and katy
Date of stay 11/16/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

Being right on the beach was awesome. Be sure to check out the Art Museum nearby if you get a chance. We liked this place a lot because it was out of the city and was more relaxing but still had tons to offer. The saunas are really good. The apartment is very new and fully stocked with everything you’ll need for a fantastic vacation

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very nice place

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very nice place

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Date of stay 11/08/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

I brought my family here and we had a blast. My son loves to surf and with Itucatiara Beach so close by he was in heaven. While my son was surfing we spent most of our days lounging around the stunning pool. This is also a great spot to do some hiking as well. Hope to get back here sometime soon.

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Andre thank you

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Andre thank you

Guest Bolany
Date of stay 10/11/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

This place is breathtaking! It has the best of both worlds in terms of relaxing by the beach and having access to Rio only a relatively short drive away. The beach is fantastic and the infinity pool on the patio is amazing. There are some great restaurants nearby that we loved too. Definitely will be back.

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great for kids

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great for kids

Guest Mary P
Date of stay 10/11/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

This apartment is really awesome for a family, we have two sons that tend to get bored with these types of vacations at night when they’re not on the beach and with this apartment having a ping-pong table and videogames it was great to keep them occupied. The quad was also really fun to take out for a day on the beach and they loved that too. The surf beach nearby made for a great day where we played in the waves and did some bodysurfing. We liked that it was in a gated community with 24-7 security. This apartment made for an easy, stress free vacation for me and my family.

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very nice stay right on the beach

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very nice stay right on the beach

Guest bb
Date of stay 07/11/11
Review Submitted 11/05/12

My wife and I stayed here for a week and loved it so much. It’s a great little get away that has everything you need. The beach is unreal and the apartment itself is equipped with everything you’ll need, we especially enjoyed the gym access. Internet access was also a plus for us as we have found in the past that some places don’t provide Internet. We would highly recommend this spot its magical

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Excelente Resort con una vista inigualable

Excelente Resort con una vista inigualable

I strongly recommend ...

I strongly recommend ...

A piece of Heaven on Earth

A piece of Heaven on Earth

A piece of Heaven on Earth - 5 STARS

A piece of Heaven on Earth - 5 STARS

SIMPLE AMAZING !!!!

SIMPLE AMAZING !!!!

The best ever !!

The best ever !!

The best ever !!

The best ever !!

Vamos !!!!

Vamos !!!!

Amazing, breath taking apartment

Amazing, breath taking apartment

LOVED IT

LOVED IT

Lovely

Lovely

Fantastic Stay!

Fantastic Stay!

WOW

WOW

This place is really amazing

This place is really amazing

wow wow wow

wow wow wow

you cant get this view for this price

you cant get this view for this price

Home away from home!

Home away from home!

very cool apartment

very cool apartment

very nice place

very nice place

Andre thank you

Andre thank you

great for kids

great for kids

very nice stay right on the beach

very nice stay right on the beach