Absolute gem of a lady. Immediately made me feel welcome and cared for which I appreciated as a solo traveler.
Made me an espresso when I arrived and added some delicious treats too. Offered me a bus ticket and asked concerned if I had good shoes for walking around the cobblestone streets with. Then when she found out I was leaving early she put out a cake she had made and had the espresso maker ready for me to turn on in the morning. I didn't have time for the espresso but you bet I had some tasty cake.
I was a mess after all the travel and four flights of stairs with luggage since there's no elevator up. Pack light or be fit if you choose to stay here. lol. Also be forewarned the steps up to the room from the kitchen area are wooden and narrow limiting what you can maybe get up them in terms of luggage size.
Building is super cool and an experience in itself. Good sized room, cute rooftop patio to sit and contemplate between the sight seeing. It is an older building so be aware you will hear surrounding sounds and other inhabitants of the home at times but it was quiet later on. Bathroom was small and I'm a small person in case that's something that could make or break a stay for you.
I only stayed the night but the care, comfy bed, clean sheets, and generous, lovely, host made it a great stay. Hope to be back in the future! Grazie Mille, Paola!