How you respond to this apartment is probably a factor of what you enjoy in traveling. If you enjoy la dolce vita, then this apartment is for you: a world-class view (270 degrees) from three outdoor spaces, including two balconies and a private roof-deck: the whole of Rome is spread out before you, just across the Tiber from the main tourist district.

We cooked almost every night, and took our meals, with a bottle of wine, on the rooftop dining table watching the golden hour light reflect of Rome's panoply of buildings ranging in color from sienna to ochre.

We found the living room to be an extremely comfortable place in which to relax, since you can open so many windows and doors that you get a delicious cross breeze. There are two sofas next to the doors out to the balcony, and we loved to snooze on them, or chat, looking out at the view. Oh, and although the apartment is on the 5th floor, the elevator works well.

There were a few negatives, but they were far outweighed by the positives, for us at least: you might find a different balance. First, the a/c is almost useless in warm weather, or even in moderately warm weather. But if you don't mind opening all of the windows and doors, you don't really need the a/c. The disadvantage of opening all of the windows and doors is that there's a lot of noise: first from the incessant ambulances approaching the nearby hospital, and secondly, at 4.30 a.m., by the raucous clack-clack of seagulls.

The kitchen is very small, but perfectly serviceable (we cooked every night, as mentioned.) I found the shower to be very small too (but I'm 6'6, so you might find it fine): the bathroom, overall, was quite nice. There's plenty of storage space, and plenty of closet space and hangers.

Biggest disadvantage apart from the poor a/c was that it's situated on a very narrow road that cars find difficult to access. The nearest big grocery store is a fair hike away, and it was tiring to have to hike up the steep hill to the apartment, half way up the street. It also meant it was difficult to summon a car service or a taxi.

I never interacted or even heard from Lorenzo, so I have nothing to say about him. When I talked to the office, they were helpful, and spoke good English.

I have to say that I thought it was rather mean to provide not even a starter roll of toilet paper. What if you arrived at the apartment, for the first time, desperate to go?

Despite those issues, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay - it was magical, and we'd definitely come back again (armed with toilet paper.)