Simonetta richly deserves the Superhost recognition she has been awarded!

Simonetta is supremely friendly, kind, and affectionate; she welcomed us cheerfully, as if we were old friends on a long-awaited visit to her home. We all received warm hugs and she insisted on helping us with our luggage as we made our way to her stunningly beautiful apartment (in a great old building with plenty of character and a small elevator).

She thoughtfully cooled off the whole place with A/C in advance of our visit and had the splendid gesture of presenting us with a nice bottle of red wine, exquisite chocolate cookies (and fruit juice for our son) as we arrived. Very much appreciated!!!

Simonetta carefully showed us on the map (a map she provided) every place we wished to visit, as well as her favorite restaurants and cafés in the vibrant Trastevere neighborhood (and beyond). On the kitchen table she had displayed printed, detailed instructions on how to navigate Rome in public transit and followed up with her own explanations, in fluent English, on how to reach all of the destinations about which we inquired. She even offered to arrange for a shuttle service to the airport (although there is also a taxi stand merely 3 blocks away). Simonetta texted us the following day to make sure that everything met our expectations—and they were definitely exceeded. She is an accommodating, vivacious, and courteous host.

The listing was as exactly as pictured, perhaps even nicer and more spacious than it appears on her photos. It is pristine and meticulously decorated, with a comfortable full-size bed in a well-appointed and quiet bedroom (with thick curtains for a restorative night's rest). The apartment has fine architectural details and every modern amenity, including a laundry room and speedy Wifi access. Simonetta has planned ahead for every conceivable need her guests may have: there is a compact speaker system with an iPhone dock, a laptop, and a writing desk; a toaster for sandwich bread; a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave oven; plenty of fresh towels and bathroom essentials; even plug adapters and a small safe for valuables in the closet. Simply everything a guest could potentially need to make a visit comfortable is already there.

The patio courtyard is spectacular!!! It is private, quiet, and pretty big, with classy patio furniture, including a table for four and a lounge area with plenty of plants and flowers—even orange trees. It also has a large umbrella for lunches under the sun and a comfortable loveseat with cozy pillows and candles (perfect for an evening bottle of wine).

Trastevere is a picturesque, hip neighborhood. Cafés, nice small shops, and plenty restaurants are within an easy stroll—even a prosciutteria a few blocks away. Ponte Sisto is a quick, pleasant walk away, as are Isola Tiberina and Vatican City.

Simonetta is a magnificent host and her apartment is a fantastic place to relax in Rome/Trastevere. We have nothing but the highest praise for Simonetta and her listing.