My Mom, husband, and I all stayed at Giovanna's apartment for 5 days. It's a great apartment, especially if you want to visit the Vatican (a short walk), or Trastevere (an easy bus ride or a nice long walk), though it is easy to get almost anywhere in Rome, since there is easy bus access nearby. Giovanna was very helpful when we arrived, showing us the main bus route, and explaining where the markets were. There is a short list of things to know about the apartment in English, which was helpful, as our Italian is spotty, and our memories aren't so good, either. She was always available by email, and very responsive, helping us with cars for our arrival and departure from Rome, and also uncomplainingly mailing me a bag I had left in a closet upon our departure! The apartment was mercifully cool during a freak heat wave in May, and it is very comfortable for 3 people, though it could sleep 5 comfortably. There is a large dining area, and Giovanna will provide any kitchen items you need upon request, if you plan to do any serious cooking (try to plan a little in advance, and let her know what you will need for tools and pans). The kitchen is adequate, there are 2 bathrooms, one of which has a stand-up shower, which was great for us, and there are 2 balconies, one of which has 2 tables for eating or enjoying a glass of wine and a snack with a view of St. Peter's dome. The apartment has windows everywhere for plenty of light and cross-breezes. It is a bit noisy from street traffic, but I don't imagine there are too many places you can escape that in a city like Rome. There is a terrific little restaurant (Camedda 1970) about a block away, where you can get simple (and delicious!) pasta dishes, salumi, cheeses, good wines, and great service, and you can sit outside! we ate there twice, making sure to go back on our last night, since they were so hospitable to us (and the food was so good!) the first time. A supermarket and a small vegetable market on the street are actually really good places to get things for meals. The supermarket has good fish and a great cheese/deli department. Also, this is very specific, but there is a specialty store for gluten-free products on the street (Celiacando)! The products are far superior in variety, taste, and quality than what we can find in the states. I stocked up on unusual pasta shapes and types of snacks that are hard to find at home. They are very nice there, and at least one of the workers speaks some English (I wasn't prepared for a conversation about GF products!) and is helpful with recommendations. All in all, I would recommend this apartment to anyone who wants a more "neighborhood" experience. It is close enough to the center of Rome to do the touristy...