My computer keeps not wanting to complete my review of this lovely apartment but I shall keep trying. Fifth time lucky!

Monica and her apartment are PERFECT. If you are going to Rome and want to stay in an authentic beautiful neighbourhood (not some touristy thoroughfare) with picture-book streets and friendly local people then don't hesitate; book this apartment now!

The building, simply, is a picturesque historical apartment building on one of the most beautiful corners of the Monti rione. The building has a small snug lift (2 max) but I found the apartment an easy climb up a few flights of large marble steps. Being higher up the street noise is minimal, views great and your immediate apartment neighbours quiet and friendly. Ideal for restful nights after a full day sightseeing! Comfy bed too.

Monica is very friendly, communicative (fantastic English) and nothing is too much trouble for her. The perfect host! Her apartment is clean, modern, homely and has everything you could want; including lots of bath towels and toiletries in the bathroom :) And the bathroom? The walk in shower is so, so good to sit down in and relax after a long day sightseeing. The two super powerful fans in the apartment were also much appreciated in July I can tell you! We also found the washing machine very useful for laundering the odd item and washing the apartments towels at the end of our trip.

I must also praise Monica's wifi internet. Consistent, powerful, easy to access and a boon to travellers when roaming data-rates are so expensive.

There is no TV or radio/stereo/music system. But you won't miss them a bit!

My friend and I had a fabulous time in Monti and discovered two wonderful neighbourhood gelateria, one a gluten-free place, (and there is one also another right next door), several little grocery shops and several sublime local churches and the Santa Maria Maggiore papal basilica . I can't even describe all the little neighbourhood trattorie, there are so many good places to eat. Combined with the view of the Colosseo at the end of the street you are spoiled!

A true Roman home from home.

Also not to forget: you are 3-5 minutes from Cavour metro and 10 minutes from Termini Train and Bus Station. The local transport is all you could want and more. You will be able to sightsee, wander and get 'home' again easily (until very late with the excellent bus services to Via Nazionale nearby). On foot it's a breeze to get to the the Quirnale in a few minutes and then start a walk of the famous squares of Rome/Centro Storico. A lovely thing to do at night.

I'm planning a trip back to Rome at the end of the year, this time with my husband. I cannot wait to introduce him to this beautiful apartment and this ever friendly AirBnB host. Grazie, Monica for letting us stay in your beautiful place! See you again soon x