The apartment is in a great location, walking distance from the metro and the Vatican. It had everything we needed and more- umbrellas, shopping bags, toiletries, guide books, books to read in several languages, numerous pillows, towels, etc. We felt at home right away! There was coffee and tea and some food in the cabinet when we arrived, and plenty of basics you need for cooking. The terrace was our favorite place to relax, and the retractable awning made it even more comfortable! There’s also a rosemary plant on the terrace, so we had fresh rosemary when we cooked! We will miss the apartment, along with the sound of church bells from St. Joseph’s Catholic Church around the corner.
There are numerous grocery stores nearby (Todi’s is very affordable), and the Trionfale Market is nearby and worth a visit too! Also many small shops nearby for groceries and drinks etc. There’s a bakery downstairs (Bonci) with delicious food, including dinner meals. It was nice to be able to buy dinner and fresh bread and be on the terrace within minutes to enjoy our meal. There’s a small bar on the corner, which also serves food. It was a nice place to sit outside and have a drink and a bite to eat at night.
For those concerned about finding an ATM, there’s a bank a few doors down from the apartment. Very convenient!
We felt very safe there, and often took walks through the neighborhood at night. During the day, we often explored nearby neighborhoods away from the tourist spots, finding many cafes and affordable shops. We used the MyTaxi app often, which responds quickly, and could get to tourist sites across the river within 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
The owner (Desiree) and the man who helps her manage the apartment (Simone) were both very responsive to any question we had. Additionally, Simone’s family has a restaurant around the corner..we could see the garden area from the windows in the apartment...be sure to ask him about it. The food is delicious and the service is great!
Thank you Desiree for your hospitality and for allowing us to stay at your apartment! It was affordable, comfortable and safe. We hope to return in the future.