Maurizio's place has a perfect location, especially if you are in Rome for the Vatican. It is a 8-9 minute walk to one of the gates to St Peter's square. There is a train station (San Pietro) a couple of minutes walk away that heads towards downtown as well as to beaches etc in the area. We wanted to check out Anzio but I had too much sun the day before and we had to miss it. There are also grocery stores, restaurants and bus stops a very close walk away. Buses run on a schedule of when they get there they do in Rome and be very careful of pickpockets-they are very good at what they do! There is a toddler next door that has a set of lungs on her (I think a girl) but if close the bedroom doors and the door between master and ensuite we didn't hear a thing from anywhere. It is on the 4th floor but there is an elevator. Maurizio meets you in person to give keys and collect the tax (you have to pay this no matter where you stay in Rome) and show you around. As we had a large suitcase and arrived at night we took his recommendation for a cab on the way there but took Uber to the airport for the same price. Buses and trains would get you there too but see previous note about bus schedules. The bedrooms and living area are huge so you will have plenty of space and the air conditioning can come in handy when it is hot. Note there is a washer (use 5 for an 85 minute cycle or 8 for a 20 minute quick cycle) but no dryer. There is a dryer rack to hang laundry on. Thank you Maurizio for allowing us to stay in your wonderful apartment.