We stayed for a week in Nicola's apartment with our two children, ages 7 and 4. We could not speak more highly of the experience. We were met at the airport by Nicola's driver, Carlito, who was friendly, helpful and efficient and then met at the apartment by Nicola's charming parents who explained everything we needed to know both about the apartment and the neighbourhood in flawless English. Nicola had prepared a large bundle of laminated maps (with directions) showing the way to several of his favourite restaurants and cafes, several of which we tried and all of which were excellent. Even having seen the photos on airbnb, we were still amazed at the size, condition and appearance of the apartment: 3 spacious bedrooms, spotlessly clean, original 16th century features, attractive décor, comfortable beds with lovely linens, a kitchen with everything we needed for relaxed breakfasts at home and all in a secure building right in the heart of Rome. Even with 2 small children in tow, we did not need to take a taxi or public transport to any of the places we visited, including the Vatican, Colosseum and Borghese Gardens (great day out for kids btw). The street - Via dÁscanio - has very little traffic and within 20 metres you can find a grocer, a baker, a bar, a dry cleaner, an ATM and, a few steps further away in Piazza Firenze, Nicola's own Ciao Checca - a great place for lunch (check it out on tripadvisor). We cannot speak highly enough of this apartment and its owners and hope to return very soon.