What a fantastic experience.
Firstly, the communication with Emanuele and the team was always fantastic. He setup a driver from the airport and I was let in right away and shown all the elements of the apartment etc with a very friendly team member.
The view is incredible, you’re surrounded by (and above) beautiful Roman rooftops with personal gardens, with views of fantastic landmarks (st Peter’s etc) and tree lined hilltops. You’re also across the street from the first Renaissance palace Palazzo della Cancelleria.
You truly feel like you live in Rome, and well (modern air conditioned apartment).
Wake up early to watch the birds greet the sun or go out later to see the sun set over St Peters. If you haven’t been to Rome before then understand that campo di fiori is central to everything worth seeing on initial trips, and is very lively in itself.
The kitchen is fitted with all the tools you need if you cook, as well as olive oil, sale e pepe. There’s a nespresso machine with supplied capsules in case you wake up earlier than the cafe’s (7am).
As far as close food options go, if you cook or want to eat some delicious local prepped food on the rooftop, walk to the corner of the square to Antica Pizzecheria Ruggeri (don’t miss the burrata, marinated peppers or the insalata di mare). They have wine but you can get similar quality wine at a supermarket for a third the price.
If you want to have contemporary dining that doesn’t lose its soul but improves it, I highly recommend Rimessa Rosciolo (a three minute walk away). I regret finding it later, I would have gone every night. Make rsvps the day before.
Enjoy and don’t hesitate staying here.
Best,
Jay