We were graciously welcomed. Our host arranged for transportation at a reasonable cost to and from Ostia. It was easy to get in and out of Rome on the train about a 45 minute ride. It is about a 20 min walk or less to the train station at Ostia Antica at a slow walk. We went into Rome everyday except two during our week stay. The apartment was in a quiet residential and safe neighbourhood, very neat and clean. It is only about a 15 to 20 minute car ride from the airport. Lorenzo had to work so his mother Paolo looked after us and gave us many tips to get around. Both Lorenzo and his mother were very gracious to us and welcoming. The archeological ruins at Ostia the old port of Rome are awesome and about a 20 minute walk. We only spent one day there but could have spent more time. We loved our stay. John and LInda, Canada