My wife and I had an amazing experience staying in Victoria's incredible, special apartment! After many years of staying in Rome hotels, this was by far our most favorite and magnificent experience. The view alone from the two terraces into the Forum and across the rooftops was a Rome lovers' dream. We spent so much of our time dining, drinking wine, writing, languishing on these inspiring, serene decks. And the neighborhood! With Victoria's kind assistance, we got to know and fall in love with Monti, an area most American tour books have yet to discover. We've been to Rome a dozen times and weren't aware of this hip, off-the-beaten-track district. The food was great, the people friendly, the vibe... alive. We returned several times to 2 Periodico, a cool, eclectic coffee house, to hang and chat with friends. As for our host, Victoria was perfect. Smart, friendly, eager to help. When I made the stupid mistake of busting our key in the door lock, Victoria and her husband quickly and kindly took care of the situation without issue. We were very grateful. She was responsive and giving in every way possible for a host. Upon our departure, she graciously arranged to call a cab on our behalf to meet us at the apartment. Her dinner recommendations were excellent, and we felt comfortable from the first moment until the last staying in her unique abode. As for the apartment, it was more than spacious enough for my wife and myself. Truly a fun, sexy place to stay for any couple. There is room enough for children or another couple, if absolute privacy isn't a concern. The bathroom is larger than most, and a washer-dryer unit comes in handy. The typically small European kitchen more than sufficed when my wife, a chef, and I decided to stay in and make our own pasta and parmigiana for dinner one night. With both terrace doors open, the temperature of the apartment was perfect in late May. If the space was hot when we arrived home from a day out, it would cool immediately as soon as the glass doors were thrown wide. The main bed was comfortable and cleverly slides into a large upper level where the dining room exists, turning into a couch for more daytime space. The music system was a nice touch that made our night of cooking even more romantic. Frankly, the apartment and the view from the terrace on a warm, cloudy Roman night were romantic enough. We would return in a heartbeat to this wonderful, one-of-a-kind place and can say that working with the thoughtful, kind host Victoria was beyond easy and trouble-free. She is as terrific as her apartment. My only hesitation in writing this review is that my positive comments will make it impossible for me to stay there again because it's become too popular!