Staying with Francesca in Trastevere made me feel like I was truly a Roman for a week. Francesca was such a sweet host, it's nice to have someone invite you to start your morning with coffee, cookies and some conversation! Francesca's dog is exceptionally charming and was a warm accent to the stay. The furnishings are what you would expect for an old Roman apartment - it's not luxury, but everything is clean, functional and complete. I especially appreciated the desk in my room, it was great for planning and journalling during my stay. There are nice little touches like a small light on the bed for late-night reading and a shelf of guidebooks and maps, including a few language books if you want to brush up on your Italian! In terms of public transportation it's a just block away from a tram line (8) leading to Piazza Venezia and in the other direction to Roma Trastevere train station, for easy connections to Fiumicino airport. There are also at least two bus lines (H and 64) that cross the city ending at Roma Termini Station. I would definitely book again with Francesca for my next Rome visit!