This was the perfect apartment to stay in for our week in Rome. We are already thinking of coming back and staying again next year. The apartment is even more beautiful in person, with warm wood floors, original wood beamed ceiling, and modern furniture and fixtures throughout. Everything in the apartment was made with high craftsmanship - the windows and doors were quite solid, keeping noise out, and the kitchen and bathroom were exquisitely styled. It's on the 1st floor (the european second level) which meant not too many stairs to climb, and was totally quiet. Full of old world charm and contemporary vision.
Clara was a great host- she was prompt with all communications and accommodated our early check in, as we flew overnight from usa, arriving in the morning. The kitchen was stocked with fresh jams made by Clara, and all the basics you could ask for including crackers, pasta, olive oil, coffee (great coffee with Krups espresso machine!), liquors and chocolates. Clara was always avail to suggest restaurants and she reserved our return taxi for us, but really, we never contacted her after our arrival because everything was perfect. No problems with the apartment at all!
People have commented on the height of the ceilings in the apartment and it's true, they are quite low. My partner and I are both under 5 foot 9 inches tall, so it wasn't an issue at all, but if you are closer to 6 feet tall I imagine it could be uncomfortable.
I know this review sounds too good to be true, but it really was perfect. The Roman Foro is right outside the door and the colosseum is two blocks away. I love ruins and every day the first thing I saw was the Foro and Pantheon - dream come true! Monti is the center of old roman charm with narrow streets, medieval buildings, churches and squares. And no need to bring soap, shampoo, lotion or hairdryer - all is provided!
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!