This is a great little place on the ground floor of a gated apartment complex between the Valle Aurelia and Cipro metro stations. Safe, clean, newly refinished, brand new housewares and furniture, and a lovely outdoor patio make this a great place for 2 people to call home while in Rome. There are tons of restaurants, shops, pharmacies, gelateria, etc. all within walking distance. In addition, there are several supermarkets and mini marts close by. The Aura Mall is great and is next to the Valle Aurelia station, making for an easy place to shop. You can walk up the hill to the Vatican right behind the apartment, or walk in the valley on the Angelo Emo road (a nice stroll) to the Vatican without much change of elevation. One can also walk to the Castle and river in about 30-40 minutes' time depending on how quickly you walk. Maria is a great host- she is kind and super-helpful, super-communicative, and takes her host status seriously. Would definitely stay here again!