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[Guest Comments: 2 positive, 0 negative]
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| 04/24/09 |
Positive
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This wonderful villa is like a dream. It is an eyeful, roomy and cozy at the same time, luxuriously comfortable, and beautifully located. It's an easy walk to Copacabana beach and a quick taxi ride to many, many tourist sites. Those who like to plan their days independently can do so, but those who want advice, recommendations or a tour guide will be well taken care of. The staff is attentive and accommodating but never obtrusive. The only caveat is that there are lots of stairs (including those to reach the beautiful little pool on the third floor). And, of course, there is the problem of balancing how much you want to play tourist and how much you want to just settle in by the pool or get comfortable in the library with a good book (and there are lots of those to choose from). I would recommend a stay here in a heartbeat.
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| 04/07/09 |
Positive
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| While in Rio De Janeiro last summer , I had the distinct pleasure of staying at Dr. Iott's home. The house is located near a variety of stores and market areas for shopping. Acess to and from Ipanema & Copacabana beaches, the Hippie market and .....is surprisingly easy. I loved the decor the home is inviting , clean, and spacious. The rooms are lovely, with down feather matresses, a sitting area for reading, and a jacuzzi . The pool is located atop the roof and is perfect for relaxing with a good book or fro just sunning. One of my favorite rooms is the study. The study makes one feel welcomed with its oak furnishings and wall to wall books. As for the staff, I found them to be very friendly and accomodating. I look forward to visiting Rio again and staying at Dr. Iott"s house. Marnie Ponce |
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Marnie Ponce, New York |
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| 04/02/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
All of the reviews posted by the owner, were copied from a different website (homeway) and are real testimonials from people that stayed in this beautiful property.
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Cindy
New York
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| 01/31/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Fantastic Christmas and New Years in Rio!
We decided to spend Christmas and New Years Eve in Rio for 08. I am an American living in Paris with my wife and youngest son who is 18. I have a son in London who is 20 and another in the US who is 21. With the family spread so far, Christmas is a very important time of the year to us to spend some quality time together. We searched far and wide until finding this luxury villa on the web. At that point our choice was made as this looked like a perfect place for our holiday. The owner, Michael was great to work with and really sought to ensure we had a special stay. He gave us some great tips to enjoy the area, had the staff purchase food and beverages prior to our arrival and even arranged for the staff to fix a wonderful Brazilian dinner for Christmas eve. Upon our arrival the house and staff exceeded even our lofty expectations. The house is meticulously decorated and looks every bit and more the pictures and video on the website. It is roomy and spacious and was a perfect place for our family to meet and spend quality time together. So much better than any hotel could have been. Denise and Marcia fixed us fantastic breakfasts each morning. Wonderful food with a touch of local fare as well. Christmas Eve dinner was wonderful also. The kitchen, dining room and library are all fantastic common areas where we were able to enjoy each other and experience the great hospitality of the staff. On top of all the food they cleaned the rooms daily and even did the laundry as part of the service. Try and get that from a hotel. The location of the house is great. Only 3 blocks from Copacabana beach. An easy walk and interesting shops and establishments along the way. We were often forewarned about crime in the area, but we took the proper precautions and didn't have any problems. We spent some great time at the beach, and enjoying the nightlife of Copacabana and Ipanema which is a short drive away. New Years Eve on Copacabana beach is absolutely magic! We also took two days from a tour guide name Carlos who was arranged through Michael and the staff. Carlos was great and showed us all the sites of the area while providing historical insight and context. We also got to see a favella which was very interesting. All in all it was a magical trip. My 3 boys said it was the best Christmas and the best trip we have ever taken and we do a lot of traveling. Rio is a special place and this villa is the best way to enjoy the experience.
Recommended for: Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Sightseeing, Girls Getaway, Families with Young Children
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Allan in Paris
Paris, France
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| 01/15/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
This amazing property is a beautifully appointed, three-story home with a staff that really takes care of you. Our group was in Rio for a wedding and even people who lived there were amazed at our fabulous accommodations. The location is tucked away in a gated alley and once you open the front door, you are in a completely different world. We can't say enough good things about this property -- what you see in the pictures is absolutely accurate. And the location allows you to safely walk several blocks to the beach. The owner of the home stayed in touch with us from beginning to end and they went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect for us. Although we had an infant with us, we would not recommend this place for small children -- too many stone stairways and too many beautiful decorator items. Would highly recommend this property to those who appreciate the finer things.
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Palos Verdes
California
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| 01/14/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Tranquility and Eloquence
This has to be one the nicest places to stay and relax in. The home has a welcoming feel with each room as relaxing as wonderful as the next decorated with great detail and eloquence. The staff is friendly as well as respectful of each guests privacy. Being a cook back home the kitchen here in this villa would be the envy of anyone who likes to indulge in the culinary arts. The library is warm and relaxing place to read or enjoy a quiet moment. Each room has a distinctive personality that lends a cocoon of civility after a long day of travel or fun at the beach. The location is nicely tucked away on a private mew with a short walk to the beaches, shops and cafes. This is a definite place I will return to and will be recommending to all my friends. I give this villa a 10. Tim - Southampton New York
Recommended for: Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway, Age 55+
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Southampton New York
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