While overall we would not return to this property, our stay had several positives that I’ll start with:
1) our train from Puglia to Rome was severely delayed (by six hours) and Andrea, who works for the owner, was able to receive us at 1:22 am, which was great. We were charged €40 for late check-in which was the policy, and he expected to be paid on the spot.
2) the location is perfect.
3) the terrace is nice
4) the master bedroom is large and comfortable
5) the only real bathroom is nice to be in
6) when I discovered the front lock was broken on arrival the same friendly young man, Andrea, came and stayed in the apartment for the locksmith so we could go out
Now the downsides:
1) the lock was broken when we arrived
2) the power went out very frequently especially during the day. Even if nothing was on except one or two air-conditioners, the power would go out and would need to be reset at the breaker.
3) related to 2, the laundry machine, on a short, cold-water wash still tripped the breaker at least 7-10 times per 60 minutes wash program. Also, when working and spinning, anything placed on the counter above or in the sink will shake violently. Glass could shatter (didn’t happen to us)
4) the kitchen was poorly stocked
5) despite the presence of two toilets, we arrived to one half roll of toilet paper
6) the second bathroom is a toilet and a tiny stall in a windowless room
7) the mattresses in the second and third bathroom are shot and even for my young, light children, they were very uncomfortable.
8) the staircase is tricky to get up and down with suitcases (it is four tall stories up)
This place has potential but has been neglected and the hosts are clearly providing the bare minimum in the apartment. Having been well hosted at so many Airbnb locations, including in the past two years, this was disappointing. I would look elsewhere in Trastevere.