Location, location, location! Apart from the fact that the apartment is beautiful, it is right in the middle of the coolest location in Rome. It is a quick walk (about 30 minutes) to all major points - Vatican City, Pantheon, Colosseum, etc. It is on a busy street (no cars just lots of noise from restaurants and bars...especially on the weekend) but this apartment is absolutely quiet. There is a great wine store around the block so we were able to grab a bottle and enjoy it in the little courtyard. The bed is also extremely comfortable which was helpful after walking several miles daily. We had a little problem with the hot water one day, but Lele and his team were able to quickly rectify the situation.
Simone checked us into the home and really gave us a wonderful welcome. He sat with us, map in hand and gave us great pointers on where to go, where to eat, etc. He gave us some great suggestions that weren't tourist traps. He also gave us a great recommendation on where to snap really great pictures of the city. He also gave us a tip to download "my taxi" app - this saved us a few times! Thank you Simone!!
The area is great and cheaper than restaurants that are near most touristy locations. Example - gelato by the Trevi fountain was about 6 Euro, while the place around the corner has it for 3 euro. There is a great restaurant called Pasta & Vino.....wonderful.
We will definitely be back! Highly recommend this apartment.