Magda is a warm and welcoming host. She responds to your messages and inquiries right away, she is ready and willing to offer advice on any subject related to your travels. She has a ton of tourist information in a variety of languages, she gives you a little hand-drawn map of the apartment and of all the places you might need that are nearby: supermarkets, food establishments, transportation, etc. There are even chocolates and some other goodies for your to enjoy upon arrival.

The apartment is tiny, but is good for one person, two at the most. The bed is very comfortable, and Magda provides a variety of blankets. The linens were pretty and fresh. The AC unit in the main room would be a godsend in summer. The kitchen has nearly everything one needs. The bathroom is very tricky to navigate since it has a 3-level floor and is a very narrow. The towels are nice and large.

While the apartment is not close to any of the tourist traps, it is about a 20-minute bus ride from the Termini Station from where you can go to any point in Rome. The area seems a bit rough, but you will be fine. As a single female walking in the street at night, all I needed was a mean look on my face to feel safe walking around there.

Some notes you might find useful:
1. the first few days you will continuously stub your toes on the raised floor of the toilet. So bring closed-toe slippers to protect your toes.
2. If you have a problem with balance, or are on a heavier side (or both), the shower will present a serious challenge. The shower area is tiny and has a very low border. This low border and a flimsy shower curtain are all that keeps the shower water from spilling onto the floor. Not to mention, the shower area is on the third floor level of the bathroom, and you need to exercise caution when coming down to the first floor level.
3. The walls are fairly thin, so bring ear plugs just in case.