Although we did not have the pleasure of meeting Agata we were met by a welcoming smile and open arms. Running a little behind time and without phone, we were fearing our disorientation would have us sleeping on the street, heavy with jet lag.
But to our surprise, there standing in the street at the door of the apartment was our host (he seemed to recognize us or was it that dazed look I carried with my backpack!).
He immediately gathered us up, relieving us of a heavy bag and escorted us up the well tread stairs to the apartment. All was as we had hoped and as my partner collapsed on the very comfortable bed, I was given a quick tour of the neighborhood.
We were to discover over the two days of our stay that Trastevere can never fully be known. Around every corner a surprise; another restaurant, another happy group of travelers and locals alike. The place is real and not the reserve of just the tourist trade. We enjoyed its richness of life and the close proximity to all things Roman.
Late nights on the narrow streets of Trastevere and long days breathing up all of Rome inhaling cultural highlights, all within walking distance.
Bus stop nearby and always friendly guidance for the geographically challenged.
The apartment was quiet, clean and comfortable and our hosts were generous with their time and attentions. We arrived a little late, left a little late and neither was a big problem to our accommodating hosts.
What's not to like. Thank you for a pleasant stay in the heart of Rome.