Casa de re is a beautiful, large apartment overlooking the harbor, photos don't do it justice. It's a well-kept old building in a rather grand part of of the city. It's a convenient walk to the Metro with just a few stops of the busy city center. For me, it was nice to be able to get away from the beautiful chaos of the city center and to relax on the waterfront. The neighborhood, Merghellina, has plenty of restaurants, little food markets and amenities, but it's not as widely known to tourists as the more central neighborhood (hence the relative peace and quiet).
Paolo is very helpful and gracious in every way, and has done a wonderful job creating a comfortable place for visitors. The fixtures and amenities are updated, but the gorgeous antique features of this apartment are maintained in their original state.