Alessandro's apartment was exactly as described, with all of the essentials provided and a very comfortable living space. The Monti neighborhood seems like an ideal area to stay in Rome. There are a ton of restaurants and shops nearby, and many of the major sights are easily within walking distance. At the same time, the apartment feels like it is in a secluded neighborhood (at least compared the rest of the historic areas), so returning home each day felt like an escape from the mobs of tourists you see everywhere else.

Alessandro was easy to communicate with, and met us in front of the apartment after we arrived from the airport. He provided us with a map of the area, along with restaurant recommendations and directions for getting around.

As others have mentioned, the basement can feel a little humid, but it was nothing compared to the humidity outside while we were there. It can also be a little difficult to wake up in the mornings due to the lack of windows. Neither of those things were major issues though, and I'd highly recommend this space for anyone looking to explore Rome on foot.