Where to start? This was fantastic from start to finish. The apartment is in an amazing location, and only took me 15 minutes to walk to places like the Spanish Steps, 10 minutes to the Colosseum and 5 minutes to the Roman Forum.

Francesca was so friendly and helpful - I honestly think you could turn up with no plans at all and she would be able to put together an itinerary for you in ten minutes!The flat itself was lovely. The main living/sleeping area is larger than the pictures make it appear, and the bathroom is on par with any good hotel.

Cooking facilities are limited, but it would be possible to cook a hot meal from scratch if you so desired (but why? Rome is full of incredible cheap food!). I felt totally safe due to having 2 lockable doors between me and the street (did I mention the street is the most adorable authentic little cobblestone alley - you'll feel like you're on a film set).

One thing to note - cars do drive quite fast on the cobbles outside, and if you're a light sleeper like me you may find it a little loud. Having said that I would go back in a heartbeat, all in all an amazing experience.