There will be very little to criticize as every attention to the details of our stay was skillfully organized by Benedetta in advance. She is much more than “just a house host” - she is a wonderful travel organizer. The Pros: The location is perfect for experiencing Rome while staying safe, secure and well rested. The location is a quiet community with all of the services you would need close at hand. Grocery, Pharmacy, Cafes, Bars, Great Restaurants - all within easy and safe walking distances. You are 10 minute walk to the A Metro line, which can then take you almost anywhere in city. Benedetta has the normal connections with local restaurants and bars in the area, and also has excellent suggestions on where to eat near the tourist areas. Check in was as simple as it gets. Due to family obligations, Benedetta could not be there to let us in, but she works with a partner, Sara, and communicated so well that nothing was missed or confused (and Sara is just as nice and helpful!). During our stay, she stayed in frequent contact, but never too much, to make certain our stay was going well. Fortunately she was there on check - out day so we could say thank you! Check out was just as easy. If you have your own car, please take her suggestion to park it in the secure garage across the street. Claudio is the proprietor, and though he did not speak English, he made us feel just as at ease. Of course, all of the details were worked out in advance by Benedetta. The apartment itself has been converted and set up to be very easy for a group or larger family to use. The “extra” bathroom for us 4 was a great addition that made getting out the door so much easier. The rooms and kitchen/living space were spotless! The little things like the packaged breads, tarts, and muffins provided were such a welcomed touch. The WiFi was fast and ample bandwidth for 4 smartphones always connected to social media. The kitchen had many utensils, pots and pans, washing machine and dishwasher, gas stove, and a combination microwave/convection oven. Also an electric tea kettle, toaster and other amenities. With four adults taking showers, washing clothes and dishes, there was always hot water and good water pressure. With a small grocery store just three minutes from the house, we did cook one simple but nice meal.
Cons: not many. The living space area (part of the kitchen is small, but ample for six adults to eat. The mattresses on the beds were a little light, but were still comfortable.
We strongly recommend the Chamber of Secrets, and highly recommend Benedetta as a wonderful host, guide, and travel advisor!