This was a very special trip for me and my husband and I looked at many places to stay. This apartment didn't disappoint. I was looking for a taste of Italy and I felt so at home here. It was like going back in time to my youth to the more ornate Italy. Nowadays we think of Italian design as sleek and modern but this flat in the most lovely old house was fantastic. Yes...I must warn you, as Matteo said, the price of such a home is modernity. There are quiet a few stairs to climb and as a not so young woman with arthritis, I can still say it was worth the climb. We even made it to the roof terrace on the last night (we were beset with rain during our trip but survived) Valentina and Matteo have kept the flat so cosy and homely, there are so many ornamental details that make this place delightful. I fell in love with the lamp in the second bedroom but it wouldn't fit in my suitcase. I chose this home as it was in the most fantastic position in Rome. Right by the Campo Dei Fiori; if you're fit and able you can walk everywhere (30 minutes walk max to any of the main attractions) This flat encapsulate the feel of Italy and Rome. Yes you can go stay in a perfect hotel room but for the same price we got a two bedroom flat with all amenities. For those who love extra details I shall give some observations. We were only only two so could choose where to sleep. The main bedroom has an adjoining bathroom but we chose the second bedroom...unless someone snored :-) The main bedroom has a very firm mattress, this might seem trite but I prefer a soft bed and I loved the second bedroom which was probably an office or library before. It has a gorgeous vaulted ceiling. In fact the whole place has very high antique ceilings that make it feel even more spacious that it is. An added bonus is that even in the heart of Rome it is so quiet; we were never disturb. I know I should keep my lips together to save this special gem to myself but I just adorned this flat. The only thing to make it perfect to me was a few less steps and a bath tub. I don't know who will read this but to end my appraisal I can only say we were so happy. If you need modern and perfect it's not for you but I feel this flat feels like Rome. It might have a few scuffs and dents but you can overlook it for the beauty and nostalgia. We also went to Matteo's restaurant, Saltsimboca and we're treated to a free cocktail before we made it to the table! It is a charming place with a great menu. I ate the wonderful seafood spaghetti which I can heartily recommend .All I can say to finish is that I hope to save enough money to come back. It was a wonderful trip and a truly fantastic place to stay.