Ernesto has created a welcoming, casual environment for travelers. The apartment was clean and large, with a comfortable living area and kitchen. There are other rooms for other travelers: some single rooms as well as a dorm-type room with two bunk beds. Our (Candid private room) room was beautiful, clean and lovely, the nicest in the apartment. It was fun to meet other travelers and share a meal or drink, some conversation. The neighborhood has many restaurants and stores nearby and is an easy walk across the Tiber River into central Rome. Ernesto was great at communicating expectations, directions to the house, and other information. I would stay here again!