We spent 5 nights at Vincenzo’s and Giuseppe’s apartment in the hottest August we have traveled. When we arrived half an hour earlier than the scheduled time Giuseppe was already waiting for us in the apt. He walked us through and also checked our bus passes to make sure we purchased the right ones.
The apt was very spacious for 4 of us. My two boys (11 & 18) stayed in one room with a queen bed and a single, while my husband and I stayed in another room with a king (2 singles out together). Beds were comfortable and linen were clean.
Big windows in each room and on both sides of the apt which allowed cool breeze in the living room. The apt and furniture were older and some repairs were needed, but everything was clean and good enough to serve all our needs.
Kitchen was functional and dining table was extendable. We cooked 3 dinners and dined comfortably followed by family card games in the spacious dining room. We could even see some stars from the patio at night while enjoying the breeze.
Location was convenient and safe. A market, pharmacy, and corner-store 2 minutes walk; supermarket, Metro and bus stations 5 minutes walk. Numerous restaurants and pizza depots, and several coffee bars opened at 7am for breakfast. Some good dessert places also nearby for late night snacks.
It is a bit too hot for an August travel, particularly for this year. There were only 2 portable air condition units which blew hot air at the back. At night we put each at the doors of our rooms with the back facing the hallway which worked fine for us and also helped to dry up laundry in the hallway. It would be too hot if the third room is also used. To be fair, the description of the apt clearly stays that there are two portable air condition units. In the morning the living room was quite breezy with windows opened.
There were quite some mosquitos, not just by the apartment but everywhere we in Italy. We were bitten quite a bit while sleeping because we left the window opened. After the first night we lighted some coils to improve the situation.
Overall we are happy for the apt of our choice. The apt was exactly as described and I like that Vincenzo even posted a floor plan on the listing as apartment layout in Italy is a lot different from North America. The apt could use some upgrades, but it was a lot more affordable than most of the other listings. It was practical and comfortable for our stay. The space was a bonus. For the price we paid, it exceeded our expectations. Thank you Vincenzo and Giuseppe for hosting us in Rome. Grazie mille!