First of all we loved our accommodations and the area was perfect. Our flight arrived in Rome at 8:30am so by the time we got into Rome it was 9:30. We knew check in was not till 3 pm. Novella told us that Lavania would meet us and we could drop off our luggage and go out until they were finished cleaning. We called Lavania and she met us around 11:00. She went to check on the cleaners but didn't come back downstairs to get us for an hour. We finally got in touch with her and she let us up. We got the feeling that she was angry with us. We paid her for something (don't know what it was for)and went on our way so they could finish. They were hanging new draperies. She was very pleased to know that we would be out the fowllowing Sunday by 7:00 am. She seemed overwhelmed. Carlos, the caretaker was very nice and helpful even tho we could not understand each other. He came back during the week to finish hanging the draperies and even emptied our trash.
The apartment was very clean and bright because of the white sofa's and dining room chairs and glass dining table. There are plenty of windows for a beautiful breeze. We needed that because it was hot and sunny every day! The photos were just as it is. Really pretty. The neighborhood is in a perfect location. We walked everywhere. A grocery store is just around the corner, for snacks and vino. St. Peter's is a 15 minute walk, same with the Pantheon. There is a darling shop on the same street to the left towards Castle St. Angelo called La Fornace. The owner, Magda has lovely jewelry, gifts and artwork. Plus 3 adorable puppies
We were 3 sisters and it was perfect for us. It would also be great for a family of 4 or 5 (there is a sofa/bed in the foyer. Or 4/5 friends.
I would stay there again.
Negatives were...
No soap for washing machine, only one bath towel per person for the week, although, Lavania gave us an extra one. Needed a few things in kitchen such as an ice tray, cutting board and a good knife. (We stayed in a couple of nights because of our long days and cooked or had snacks) Most people probably wouldn't even use the kitchen.
However, as I said before, it was pretty, clean, perfect location and contact with Novella was so easy and pleasant! She was a great hostess going as far as letting me see the place in person a few months prior to our stay. Loved every minute of our stay.
Thanks Novella, we hope to visit again.
Ciao,
The Scott sisters.