Gene is a most welcoming and gracious host. His location was very good for me as I was visiting a dear friend in Vatican City. The neighborhood is active and has a list of great neighborhood eateries.

Gene's place lived up to its description with the dome of St. Peter's in view from the bedroom balcony.

An Italian breakfast of assorted breads, rolls and fresh-squeezed juices was served daily along with show-time with Tommy Tiger (the creaky-voiced cat).

All this and a comfortable bed! A wonderful experience and I hope to see Gene again should I have another chance to visit Rome.