Francesca and her husband Lorenzo have a beautiful, large apartment right in the heart of Rome. The building is entirely private and secure, located in a quiet neighborhood that has many fine restaurants and shops (including a great and well-stocked old-fashioned bookshop very near), and with two nice supermarkets just a short walk down a broad boulevard. The apartment is superbly appointed and equipped -- the hot water is abundant, the air-conditioning is full; the kitchen is well equipped; the rooms spacious (and just as pictured), and very comfortable, even with a nice little terrace for breakfast or a sip of coffee or wine. In fact, we were struck by the excellent craftsmanship of the design and materials of the entire apartment and building. The hosts couldn't be more gracious and helpful--which only began with a kind greeting, handy maps and recommendations for sights and how to reach them, and a very nice bottle of wine! The location is perfect -- perfectly located, near the River Tiber -- for seeing everything in Rome: the Forum, Coliseum, Vatican City, and on and on (Rome is simply an amazing place!). The bus and tram stop is just a block away. We would return to Francesca's and Lorenzo's place any time we are in Rome; just delightful!