Laura's place was great. As many reviews have already noted, it's within walking distance of many of the major sites in Rome as well as a metro station. I quite appreciated the level of detail and thought that went into helping guests acclimate to the area. Laura took the time to walk through a map of the area and point out recommended sites and restaurants. In addition, there was an abundance of tourist/visitor resources available in the apartment.
The amenities were pretty modern based on my experience with European apartments. There is a lift (major plus), great heating, a washer/dryer and a very nice bathroom. I usually book studio apartments so I was particularly pleased with having the separate bedroom and the comfy bed. The neighborhood itself has a very NYC borough type of feel-it's away from what Americans would consider the major city center, but it's still quite unique and colorful.