--------- Ipanema Thai Lounge -------------- Ipanema Posto 9 in Rio de Janeiro

** the Ipanema Thai Lounge **
An apartment like no others. Sophistication and elegance naturally merge to
create one of the most beautiful and unique spaces in Rio de Janeiro. Truly
progressive and minimalistic design combine Buddhist concepts with modern
technology, mystic decorations with superb lighting. Natural white stones,
rough Italian marble, original Asian sculptures, a templar candle wall, and
deep earth colors make this loft a most exclusive space for the
sophisticated world traveler and stylish connoisseur.

** about the apartment **
Built exclusively with white materials, this loft is a sunny,
vibrant beach apartment during the day, and magically
becomes a most elegant urban lounge at night.

This spacious loft offers 1,300 sq feet intelligently divided into three
bedrooms, two full bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen,
and a wide living room to give a constant sensation of space,
comfort, and luxury.

Built for high-end living, the designers did not spare on top-quality
features and details along the lines of the most exclusive world resorts.

** open-space living room **
The living room changes dramatically between day and night.

During the day it has a very cool, clean, bright and happy feel of a delux
beach apartment. At night, the recessed lighting that is invisible
during the day takes over the space to transform it into a most elegant
cocktail ambiance resembling some of the most sophisticated spots in
New York, London, and Sidney. Art and sculptures magically
come to life and create a sense of peace and escape.

The living room has a large screen TV, a DVD player, a digital cable
converter with 200 local and international TV and music channels,
an i-Pod ready stereo, an oversized couch big enough for
5 that can also be used as a queen-size bed, a sofa-chair perfect for
reading, a coffe table and low solid wodden stools.

Wall size windows allow plenty of light during the day,
and an open view of trees and modern buildings.
Super bright white mirror-like floors reflect the sky from every angle.

** kitchen **
The American kitchen is extremely streamlined to allow full functionality
while occuping the smallest possible space.
Built in pure Travertino Romano, the only marble used throught this loft,
this kitchen is pure efficiency and elegance.

A bar allows 4 people to dine, or can be used to set up drinks for a
cocktail party. The ultra-modern white stools blend with the ambiance
and combine decor and comfort.

The refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher are placed inside the
cabinets underneath the counter, invisible unless required.
A flat black electric top cooktop is discretely carved in the counter and
looks like a small flat screen TV. There is also an American coffee maker
and a blender.
All dishes and utensils are bright and orange in color to create a
stark and colorful contrast.

** three full bedrooms **
Two bedrooms have king size beds, Indonesian furniture and decor
to keep the mood flowing, along with recessed ambient lighting.

One bedroom has a queen size bed and the same Asian decoration
and theme found throughtout the apartment. This bedroom also has
a private bathroom and a 7-ft glass wall separating the shower from
the bedroom itself. No doubt, stunning decoration.

All bedrooms have mattresses of the finest quality along with high-count
pure cotton sheets and powerful air conditioning to guarantee
total comfort year round.

** two full bathrooms **
There are two full bathrooms. One exclusive to one bedroom,
and one accessible from all other rooms.

The private bathroom is built in marble and has a large shower visible
from one bedroom. A huge mirror and recessed lighting make your
time in this room peaceful, comforting, and refreshing.

The second bathroom, common to the other living spaces,
is built in original Bahian Stone, has a bathtub big enough for two,
large mirrors and recesed lighting.

Both bathrooms have high water pressure and continuous hot water.

** extra feautures and amenities **
large lofty space at over 1,300 sq/ft (120 sq meters)
sunny and bright
all brand new!
high-speed wi-fi
local cell phones provided free of charge
a laptop provided free of charge
a 300-lbs safe for small and large items (cameras, laptops, documents)
powerful air conditioning in each room (10,000+ BTU)
two king size beds
one queen size bed
top quality, firm mattresses
huge living room couches comfortably accommodates up to 8 people
couch can be used as a queen size bed.
soft and comforting high-thread pure cotton sheets
top quality large pure cotton towels
two extremely silent bedrooms
great water pressure
unlimited hot water
fully equipped kitchen
i-pod ready stereos
DVD player
local and international movie and music channels
digital cable TV/Radio, with over 200 channels
elegant building with just 2 apartments per floor
doorman and day/night security
a private garage (must be requested at booking)
guest friendly
a private tour guide provided free of charge
travel planning assistance provided free of charge
24/7 concierge service provided free of charge

Just as beautiful and elegant as the loft itself, so is its location.

Set in the very best and safest part of Ipanema, this NEAR-BEACH-FRONT
flat is set in the absolute perfect spot for both day beach activities,
and for night life.

Seconds away from the famous Ipanema Beach 9 (Ipanema Posto 9),
this apartment is a few yards from the beach - no long walks necessary
to be right on the sand, and amazingly convenient to take a short break
from the sun, take a fast nap, a refreshing shower, or to just
quickly check email.

In addition to being next to the world famous beach, this loft is just steps
away from some of Rio's best restaurants and landmark night-life spots such
as the Baronetti Club, the Cristal Lounge, Zaza, Botequim Informal, Liquido,
Boox, Garota de Ipanema, Conversa Fiada, the elegant Garcia D'Avila street, and
lively Farme de Amoedo street - home of Devassa and Lounge Club 69.

Great water and white sand, perfectly kept and clean! The waves in
Ipanema allow for surfing, wind and body-surfing.

Other activities and attractions include tandem hang-gliding, golf,
tennis, windsurfing, sailing, diving, fishing, mountain climbing and
the largest urban forest in the world. Only minutes away.

Exciting nightlife, trendy restaurants, supermarket, currency
exchange, banks, and designer boutiques all within one block.

Professionally managed, this exclusive vacation space offers a full set of
amenities and extras, guaranteed booking with no last minute cancellations,
and round-the-clock concierge service.

rates vary by:
- season,
- number of people, min 1 , max 9
- lenght of stay: the longer the rental period, the lower the cost
- and by flexibility of dates, flexible dates get up to 30% discount

normal rates start at US$ 1400/week

generally the rates are about US$ 200 to US$ 290/night,

** no minimum stay **

periods over two weeks gets a discount
flexible dates gets a discount
single renters or couples get a discount
yoga groups get a discount