Nicola's place was just as described - Bright! Big french windows in all the rooms so a lot of sunshine and lovely wind in the evenings. We loved the kitchenette and thanks for the basic supplies - it really helped in preparing basic meals. There are many places to eat around and a supermarket close by for buying essentials.
Though we did not meet Nicola in person but his instructions to enter the apartment were clear and precise and communication was easy and fast. So no problem was faced.
The metro FURIO CAMILO on line A is around 10/15 mins of walking and the bus no. 87 which goes to major attractions like the Colleseum, Roman Forum, Trevi, etc. is right around the corner - v useful.
The only problem we faced were the stairs as the apartment is on the third floor and access from the road also has a flight of stairs. So people with mobility problems and heavy luggage, beware! In Nicola's defense, he did warn us beforehand about the stairs but we thought we would be able to manage (we did, albeit with minor difficulties!)
Overall, a great place to be in, the neighborhood is typically Roman so really lovely to sit in a bar and people watch!
Rome is beautiful and overwhelming so take your time and have an aperitif in the evening while the world goes by!