Chiara's mother, Patrizia, welcomed us to the apartment warmly. We were two tired travelers who had spent most of the day on a train and she was incredibly helpful and nice, recommending a place to eat right away. The apartment is PERFECT for travelers who want to feel like they're at a B&B; there's a beautiful little dining area under a massive skylight outside, and the room is compact, cute, clean, and has everything you need for your stay. It feels very serene. The apartment is in a central neighborhood too - very close to the Colosseum and other major sites - and very safe and quiet. Next time we're in Rome we're staying here, no doubt about it!