We stayed with Maria for ten days; we enjoyed a comfortable bed in a very clean room with adjoining bathroom just a year old. We found Maria to be a delightful host. She was prompt in responding to e-mails ahead of time, and in person she has a wonderful sense of humor. We've been to Rome before, and she offered several suggestions that were off the beaten track and well worth the visit.

Her apartment is between Villa Borghese and Villa Ada, offering two very different park areas to explore. It's away from the bustle of center city Rome, but it's easy to get there-- a pleasant stroll through Villa Borghese takes you to the overlook by Piazza del Populo or you can catch a tram nearby with connections to the Metro. Getting to the apartment from Termini is easy; the 360 bus takes you to within two blocks.