I had a great time in the apartment. I was there for almost five weeks, much longer than most, so naturally I noticed a few problems but, as soon as I brought them to Michele's attention, he not only addressed them but also expressed appreciation for my having raised them. Short term renters often don't bother with problems. The location is fantastic, it is an experience of a special kind to live in a 15th c. building, and the apt is well furnished. You can walk almost anywhere from the apartment and the public transportation is also excellent. It would be nice if there were a few drawers. And sometimes it is a bit noisy at night, but the benefits outweigh these. I would definitely rent the place again in the future when I am next in Rome.

If anyone out there keeps kosher, this apartment is also paradise--you are in the heart of Rome's Jewish community and its restaurants. Kosher gelato at your fingertips, and a great bakery next door.

The biggest problem I had was not with Michele but with the Airbnb process of renting the apartment. I am not sure why it repeatedly happened, but the rental fee for the apartment would be wrong again and again on the site even though we agreed on the cost. In the end Michele and I settled all differences, but something was wrong with the Airbnb procedure.