I was going to Rome to work on a new book. I've already visited the city before and I expected to be immerge in the community instead of the heart of the touristic Roma, and I was well served. Francesco's flat was perfect for my long stay in the city. Fully furnished, very well connected with the public transport (although you need patience with the ATAC system - but you can always walk from his apartment to the city, it's longer, but worth it since you can taste the best tiramisu en route, or some of the best cornetti al ciocolato bianco).

I had a lot of questions prior to my arrival and Francesco took time to answer them all. I knew what I was getting into when I arrived in Rome. He gave me precise information as to how to get from the train station to his flat and then, his brother very conveniently meet me there to hand me the keys plus some very good information that Francesco and his brother look up for me. For instance, I previously asked him about the wifi situation around his place (caffè, bars, etc.) and although he already gave me information, he provided me with a list of free spots as well as adress of places where I could buy a SIM card for my phone.

The apartment itself is located in a very safe neighborhood. The area is quiet which means that the terrasse is definitely a must, even in summer, above all in warm summer nights.

He also was really fast on answering some questions I had during my stay there over email. Francesco is the perfect host and I highly recommend him, and his flat, for your next stay in Rome.