My experience was all I could have wished for my 5 day stay in Rome. I had good communication with Serena beforehand, and Valeria was at the apartment to meet me when I arrived.

The apartment is very clean and cheerfully decorated. I had the whole place to myself because it was the off season, which was quite a luxury. The hosts leave nice pastries for breakfast, along with cereal, yogurt, and tea and coffee. It is plenty to get started on the day.

The location is really ideal. It is a block away from the walls of the Vatican, and halfway between the entrance to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Square. It is also just a few blocks to both a tram line and the Octaviano Metro station. In addition, walking across the river into the central part of historic Rome is easy and enjoyable.

Ask Serena for instructions for a shuttle bus from the Da Vinci airport which was just 6 euros and a very easy 15 minute walk from the bus stop to the apartment.

I was doing work at the Vatican Library, so this was the perfect location for me and I do hope I'll have the chance to return again. I recommend it very highly!