Max and Tina are amazing hosts. They went out of their way to make sure that my first trip to Rome with my 13-year-old daughter was an outstanding vacation. We stayed 5 nights in their apartment and it was perfect in every way. Location is amazing - right around the corner from the Pantheon, a grocery store, multiple restaurants, shops, and places to get gelato. The apartment is super quiet despite this central location. It took a few days for us to realize how convenient it is to all sorts of transportation - buses are really well run in Rome and Metro and commuter train will take you everywhere. I think we spent no more than 30 minutes getting to anywhere either by walking (because you really can walk to all the major sites from here) or by taking transportation when we didn't feel like walking.
Tina left us biscotti (the _best_ biscotti) and a fridge full of essentials including cold water and yogurt. We were set for breakfast once I learned how to make coffee the Italian way in a Moka (be sure to ask Max for recommendations on the best places for cappucino!). Eating breakfast by the window overlooking the piazza was magical. The dinner recommendations from Max are spot on and we ate the best food every night.
Communication with Max was prompt and informative. He was willing to work through the details of our trip and help us find the best arrangements. While we were in Rome he was available if we needed him. While we didn't need anything, I felt safe knowing that I could contact him should I need something while we were in Rome.
The apartment is very clean and Tina brought us fresh towels about halfway through our trip. This home is well cared for and immediately feels comfortable. We slept well every night and were happy to take a break in the apartment for an occasional siesta.
Max coordinated an amazing final night for us in a local palazzo when his apartment was booked for the last day of our stay. He made sure we had a transportation to and from the airport in a private car. It was so nice not to have to worry about getting to the apartment after traveling all night to Rome. The driver met us at baggage claim and whisked us off through Rome and delivered us to Max. He was also there so early on Saturday morning when we sadly had to leave Rome and return home. We didn't have to worry about anything for our entire stay in Rome. What an amazing vacation! If Max and Tina's apartment is available, I wouldn't book it immediately.