This was our first time to Rome, and we wanted the comfort of an AirBNB. Marco (and his father) were super helpful in communication. They offered advice on travel, restaurants, entertainment, etc.
Having said that this is our first stay in Rome, we did not know what to expect as likely most of Rome's infrastructure is aged. The unit is very secure, having to pass through 2 locking doors to enter the building. The apartment is up one quick flight of stairs.
The bedroom was quite comfortable with a view to the charming streets of a quiet neighborhood. There was plenty of room -- including a settee of reading a book or relaxing. Plenty of lighting, extra bedding, a drying rack for clothing, etc.
The kitchen and sitting area was nostalgic. Terra cotta floors and white tiles around the kitchen. We were intimidated by Italian coffee and did not attempt to make anything on the stove. Nonetheless, Marco provided coffee and sugar for the adventurous.
The only reason that I gave this location a 4 instead of a 5 is that the bathroom was only "satisfactory" in my opinion. The bathroom is tiled in white, but could use a refresher on the grout. Rome is very humid and the grout is discolored and appeared dirty. As others mention, the shower has been retrofitted into an older bathtub. For Americans, the shower head is removable from its anchor and can be used as a handheld sprayer. The concern is its height. I am 5'5" and to stand under it gave me little clearance. My husband is 5'10" and used the shower just fine by removing it and using it to spray over his head/body. The area above the shower has been affected by humidity and can use a good coat of paint.
Ultimately, we had a very good stay in Marco's apartment. The location, comfort of the bedroom and adequacy of the kitchen outweighed the moderate status of the bathroom.
Marco, thanks for a great vacation!