Valerio's flat is large by any standard, and very comfortable and clean. It's in a good location, with all the key sites easy to reach by public transport (or walking), and the apartment has good facilities nearby, including a large supermarket.

We also managed to find free parking on the street nearby. I imagine this is pot luck, but we didn't have any problems, which was a great bonus.

The only downside is the apartment is almost directly opposite a hospital, so ambulances go past pretty regularly with sirens blaring. It's not a dealbreaker, but worth knowing.

Valerio was extremely helpful. He sent us a guide to his favourite places in Rome and a fantastic rundown of local public transport near his apartment - this made it very easy to get around Rome.