Our hosts greeted us when we arrived, and made sure we understood how to get in and out of our apartment. They gave us a map and identified several "must see" amenities around the neighborhood. If you want to be in the middle of Rome, their apartment is around the corner from the Pantheon, which is a vibrant environment from dawn to late night. Go inside the Pantheon at 8:30 AM... you'll be the first one there... that is an amazing experience.