Communication was excellent. Dorotea was very helpful and quickly responded to email queries before our visit. She arranged for a driver with a van to take us to and from the airport which was very helpful. We were met at the apartment by her colleague Giorgio, a very nice young man who provided a map, an excellent overview of central Rome, nearby restaurants, and transportation options, and gave us a quick tour of the neighborhood including a nearby grocery store. He responded very quickly when the hot water boiler needed to be reset.
The apartment is in a wonderful location (5 min walk to the beautiful Piazza Navona) on a charming cobblestone side street (Via della’Orso) with some excellent cafes and restaurants. The apartment is within easy walking distance of most of the major attractions in central Rome including the Piazza Navona, Campo de Fiori, the Pantheon, beautiful churches with amazing art, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish steps, Castel Sant’Angelo, and the Tiber River. It is only about a 15 min walk to St. Peter’s and the Vatican Museums, and only about a 25 min walk to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. A fantastic location! A taxi stand at the Piazza Navona provided easy access to other attractions including the Galleria Borghese, the Catacombs, Ostiense, and from there a metro ride to the wonderful ruins of Ostia Antica.
The apartment itself is on the second floor (no elevator) of a very old building which added to its charm. It was of adequate size for 4 of us including two teenagers and included a sofa bed as well as two bedrooms. Although the furnishings were rather spartan and sparse, its two modern bathrooms were a very positive feature. Overall its fantastic location provided an excellent Roman experience.