My wife and I have stayed at many B&B's in the States, but we have never felt more welcome than when we stayed with Claudia & Marco in Rome,Italy.
This was our first trip to Italy, which in itself is special, but staying at this bed & breakfast made Rome even more special!
Claudia stayed in communication with me since April when we first booked our trip. When ever I had questions, she would respond to me in less than one day.
The apartment itself is beautiful, with our own bedroom and bathroom and a terrace where we could go outside and relax first thing in the morning or late at night after our adventures in Rome.
The breakfasts were amazing. Prepared by both Claudia & Marco, we were served much more than we could eat. From her homemade plum jam to fresh tomatoes & mozzarella, delicious Italian coffee, juices, croissants....and more!
Prosciutto, hard boiled eggs, fruits and veggies....just amazing.
Marco was always only one room away, ready to refill us with more delicious coffee, answer our questions about Rome, transportation and to also simply sit with us and share family stories.
He and Claudia made us feel as part of THEIR family. They truly are two of the nicest, giving people we have ever met.
Claudia greeted us upon arrival at her door with a smile, a nice walk- through explaining the apartment and house rules....and a fresh fruit plate and water in our room!
Claudia & Marco do not do this simply to run a business. they do this because it is obvious they love people. The four of us all shared family stories and promised to keep in touch.
We already have. Claudia emailed us, asking if we arrived safely in Florence, the second leg of our vacation. Amazing.
The location is wonderful with bus lines and trains just across the street.
Claudia and Marco gave us two dinner recommendations in their neighborhood and both were excellent.
Ash them to send you to "Joseph" for steak that melts in your mouth and to "The Pomegranate" (in Italian, not sure of the word).... for seafood.
As excited as we are to be in Florence, we miss Claudia and Marco.
With much love....Ciao.