We had a great stay in Rome. The apartment is nicely decorated, immaculately clean and even more spacious than it looks and layout works very well. Beds are comfortable, lots storage space. There is a bit of street noise, but not too bad. It is very secure.
Paola was incredibly welcoming and even had a Valentine's gift (Prosecco, chocolates and card) waiting for us on arrival as well as a small welcome basket in the kitchen. There are lots of guide books to Rome as well as information on local restaurants. We went to a lovely small restaurant around the corner that had only recently opened - Prosciutteria Alcolica, had wonderful pasta, prosciutto and great service. Also good if you want to get a sandwich.
The apartment is a few minutes walk from Ottavino metro (for easy access to Colosseum and historic centre) and just across the road from the 23 bus, which is a 20 min direct journey to Travastere. It's less than 10 minutes walk to the Vatican and St Peter's Basilica, which was great as we were able to see the Basilica at 8:15 on the day we were departing, with almost no-one there except flocks of priests!