I loved everything about this apartment. It's in my favorite part of Rome to stay in -- a lovely neighborhood feel and not too much traffic. Just 10 minute walk to the Ottaviano metro, past many lovely cafés, bars, restaurants and shoe stores. Of course, it's very close to the Vatican, but with the Metro close by, you can get to all of Rome. There are so many convenient amenities in the apartment -- baskets of shower caps, soaps, multiple shampoos, hair dryers, and so many more little touches such as European plug adapters and an iPhone/Android charger. The kitchen is fully stocked with a good size fridge, four-burner cook-top and giant marble sink and counter, plus table. It and had enough food to get me through one evening and morning, plus some staples. The terrace or balcony is delightful and so large, with a lovely view! I especially liked the large remote-controlled retractable awning. There was a TV in each room, armed with multiple (100's) of channels. There was Wifi, loads of books in many languages, closets with more hangers than you'll ever need, and plentiful drawers. Everything was neat, clean and modern. Désirée's friend Simone was helpful and very available, working in his family's restaurant around the corner. One of the major pluses is the bakery+ that is two steps from the apartment, called Bonci. They have delicious breads, pizza al taglio (cut to order to the size you want), wonderful yogurt, cookies and other pastries, and giant pans of cooked foods such as lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, roasted chicken with potatoes, fresh cooked and marinated artichokes (my favorite), meatballs, and so much more. It's a take-out place, and being so close it made it easy to eat at home. Here is its website: bonci.it.
All in all I had a wonderful, relaxing time, got to see so many sites, and just enjoyed seeing all the beauty around every corner. Thank you, Désirée!