Vacation Rentals by Owner

Perfect for our Family

Guest: Margaret, Denver
Date of Stay: 04/30/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

The Lora property was perfect for our family of six, ages 7 to 78, The location was great, just on the fringe of the Jewish Quarter. We walked everywhere, from St. Peter's Square to the Spanish Steps, to all of the ancient sites close by. The flat was even more spacious than it appeared in the photos, and furnished with everything we needed. Our driver and greeter were both very gracious and helpful.

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Wonderful Apartment

Guest: Paula (Novato, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/12/12 Review Submitted: 03/19/12

My husband and I, along with our adult children and spouses, spent five nights in the Lora apartment. We were visting my sister who lives in Trastevere and the location was excellent - walking distance to everything! The apartment exceeded our expectations. It is spacious and nicely decorated and has a large kitchen perfect for cooking your own meals. Even with six adults staying in the apartment, there was plenty of room for everyone. Having a grocery store directly across the street was also convenient. If you are traveling with a family or large group, this is the place to stay. It would be nice to be able to have more than two sets of keys, but I understand that it is the condominium policy of not issuing more than two sets. I would definitely stay here again.

Owner response:It was a pleasure to work with you. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Expectations were exceeded

Guest: Jamie F
Date of Stay: 09/15/11 Review Submitted: 11/16/11

We had high expectations from Lora, given the photographs and the considerable rent -- and those expectations were exceeded. The apartment is spacious, very comfortably furnished, and full of light. The kitchen is modern with everything you could want, the ceilings are high, the bathrooms large. And the location -- we had no idea how terrific that would be. One block from the Tiber, easy walking everywhere in the historic city, yet just far enough from the hordes of tourists. The street is quiet at night -- a real plus. We were there during a heat wave and the air conditioners and fans worked well (although energy consumption is expensive as we found out when we checked out). Daniela, who greeted us and checked in our our stay while we were there couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. Bottom line -- when we return to Rome we will want to stay here, and we would recommend Lora highly to any friends who want to go!

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Guest: Lori, Port Elgin, Ontario
Date of Stay: 06/10/11 Review Submitted: 07/08/11

We were very happy with the space at the apartment. We were 6 people and it was nice to spread out a little and cook for ourselves. We were pleasantly surprised that there was a little grocery store just outside our door. This made it convenient to stock our pantry. We also loved the open market nearby which allowed us to have fresh fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. The proximity to transit was a real plus as well, although almost everything was within walking distance - it was marvelous to be in the centre of it all. Daniela, our greeter was wonderful, showing us through the apartment and added a quick tour of the neighbourhood. I have already recommended Lora and Italy Perfect to our friends.

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Guest: Judy L, New Jersey
Date of Stay: 11/15/10 Review Submitted: 12/15/10

Accommodations were great The apartment was actually bigger than we had perceived through the pictures and video. We had my mom (needing a wheelchair), my two twenty something sons, my daughter (attending college in Trastevere), my husband and myself. The lift facilitated my mom's needs with no problem. Daniella (our greeter) made sure everything was working properly and gave us a great introduction to Roma. We have commented that the apartment made our Roma experience something that we shall always remember. We loved the location of the apartment. We were in the middle of everywhere we wanted to go - either by walking or the very convenient bus depots. We did not feel like we were in a tourist trap neighborhood. Our suggestion would be to eat in Trastavere. It is a quick walk across the bridge and the food was delicious and a little cheaper than the Roma piazzas (you have to eat there too). The market at Campo was close and fun! Also, we enjoyed the evening stroll from the Spanish steps. We strolled on a Sunday. Our one suggestion for improvement would be to make sure the apartment availability on the website is easier to access (we booked through VRBO). [It is on the Dates-Rates tab of the Italy Perfect page and on the calendar on the VRBO listing.]

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Guest: Nash
Date of Stay: 10/16/10 Review Submitted: 11/04/10

We were very comfortable and happy in this spacious flat, which was a well-equipped,and pleasingly clean home-from-home. Wonderful central location; although the downside to that is that the noise of traffic and trams, sirens and car horns ( particularly for those in the master bedroom - much less so for the other two bedrooms) could be a problem for those visitors who are used to living somewhere quieter. Our 'greeter', Daniela, was a delight, and full of helpful tips on where to eat etc. The service from Italy Perfect was indeed perfect. Many thanks.

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Guest: James S
Date of Stay: 09/11/10 Review Submitted: 03/23/11

The Lora Apartment was an excellent choice for our family of five. Your advice on the location (close to everything but without any hill climbing) was perfect. Four of us are slightly disabled but still walking--balance and pain problems. The walks to the Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, the Coliseum and its surrounding sites were all within our range. We even bused to the Spanish Steps and then walked to the Campodoglio then back to the Lora--for our longest day trip. Best of all, the Lora neighborhood near the Jewish Ghetto brought real Rome to our doorstep. We ate dinners outdoors at the many fine restaurants nearby and strolled in the late afternoon and evenings throughout the most pleasant, non-touristy streets and plazas. For groceries we had a Coop Market right across the street with fresh meats, vegetables, breads and pastas--wine and beer of course, too. The Lora interior was perfectly suited to our needs. The spacious kitchen, living and dining rooms gave us plenty of space to relax. The bedrooms gave us a place for quiet away from the center of the apartment. The kitchen served us well, with everything we needed to prepare wonderful breakfasts and one or two dinners when we weren't out on the town. The furnishings were comfortable and the artwork accented the decor perfectly. The Lora felt like we had stopped in at someone's beloved home for a week. Daniela made us feel right at home immediately, and as others had experienced, gave us a grand tour of the neighborhood after our introduction to the apartment. We called her with questions from time to time and she always shared her time with us generously. She also made a special early trip into Rome on the day of our departure so we could get to our train to Florence on time. She was a great help to our group of novice travelers. Thanks to her advice, every restaurant we went to on her recommendation was truly a great Italian dining experience. We all want to come back to Italy! My wife and I will make the trip for sure some time soon--without the kids (adult kids!)--and spend at least two weeks this time. We'll let you know when we're ready for another wonderful apartment through Italy Perfect. Thanks so much for making this week in Rome so memorable.

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Guest: Susie P, Australia
Date of Stay: 07/03/10 Review Submitted: 07/25/10

This was great accomodation for a family of 7; comfortable, roomy and quiet. The airconditioning in the 2 main bedrooms worked well too. On our arrival our greeter went out of her way to show us not only the apartment but also the local area. The position was great as we could walk everywhere. It's worth wandering your way around the local streets of this Ghetto area as they are very interesting and not touristy. Having a grocery store just downstairs that is open every day was convenient. Nearby via Giubbonari was good for clothes shopping at a reasonable price. We loved the friendly Osteria "La Quercia" in Piazza della Quercia. Local pasticcerias, gelati shops and a great cafe for paninis kept our tribe happy. We loved our stay here in Rome.

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Guest: Jo & Phil
Date of Stay: 06/15/10 Review Submitted: 07/11/10

Lora was a perfectly situated apartment for our needs. It was close to transportation, easy walking distance to all sites, and surrounded by great restuarants within a 15 to 20 minute walk. Our greeter was prompt, the apartment was set up for us, and was a wonderful space for two couples to enjoy. I can't wait to return!

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Guest: Harriet & Furman S.
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 04/09/11

The Lora apartment was an excellent choice for us in a number of ways. The location is right in the center of most attractions, with most being within easy walking distance. The facility itself was a great match for us. There was plenty of room for we two grandparents and our four teenage grandchildren. The apartment was well furnished and supplied. Arrival and departure arrangements worked perfectly. The folks at Italy Perfect were wonderful to work with.

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Guest: Martin
Date of Stay: 06/06/10 Review Submitted: 06/30/10

Dear Ms. Byrne, We had a wonderful time in Rome. Loved your apartment and the location. I want to say a few words about Daniela, She is the most delightful and pleasant lady. She welcomed us and showed us all the ropes, and then she walked us around the block to show us the neighborhood. She pointed out the bakery and the restaurants and helped us to get oriented. I have to say it was the best introduction I have ever had in a european city. I don't say that lightly because I have rented apartments at least 8 times in London, Paris, Nice and Rome. So you have a winner in Daniela. Again We had a great time. Ciao! Martin

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Guest: Andrea
Date of Stay: 06/03/10 Review Submitted: 06/19/10

Lora was perfect! We brought our 2 young children and 3 grandparents to Rome with us. The apartment was clean, open and airy and had more than enough space for everyone to be comfortable...and the location was amazing. First, we loved that a grocery store was across the street. We walked to Campo di Fiori and the Jewish bakery daily for fresh fruit/veggies and breakfast items. Delicious! We had all the needed items to cook great meals and eat at home. Second, Lora is so centrally located, we walked to EVERY tourist location with ease. Once we learned the bus system, we found our location perfect for that too! Thank you Italy Perfect for all the information you provided coming to Rome. Our greeter, Daniella, was very informative and even walked us around the neighborhood. We also used Stefano, the driver recommended, and he was great! We did not have any problems with the Lora and the pictures online are true to the apartment. Without question, we would use Italy Perfect again!

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Guest: John S
Date of Stay: 01/09/10 Review Submitted: 01/08/10

Thank you for setting us up at Lora in Rome. The apartment was a perfect place for our family and an even more perfect place to celebrate Christmas. Daniella our greeter was awesome. She took considerable time showing us how the apartment works, gave us a lengthy tour of the neighborhood and most considerately, she brought some Christmas decorations into the apartment to help us feel more like Christmas. She also left us a bottle of wine and pasta. Both of which we used to celebrate Christmas. The Living room was a great place to wake up to a visit from Babbo Natale. The Dining room made a great place to enjoy breakfast of French Toast made from Panettone. It also made a great place for a Turkey and Pasta Christmas Feast. The only problem was that Caesar (Bust of Caesar) would frighten an un-expecting resident who was wondering the apartment in the dark. The location of the apartment was excellent. Most everything was reachable by foot. Event the Vatican was easy enough to walk to. We really enjoyed our stay and enjoyed the apartment. Best of luck to you.

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Guest: John S
Date of Stay: 01/05/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/10

A Roman Holiday Our family rented the Lora after Christmas and into the New Year. What a great choice! The apartment was very clean and spacious with two bathrooms and three bedrooms. It had all the modern amenities including a nice kitchen, high speed internet and even a built in wash machine. Perhaps the best feature of the Lora is its location. Centrally located, it was within walking distance of everything - we didn't need to take a taxi at all. Italy Perfect had great instructions and directions to the Lora so the move in was really easy and Daniella (the greeter) was excellent! We definitely recommend this place - we had a great time. Buon viaggio!!

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Guest: Connie
Date of Stay: 05/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/02/09

The apartment itself is spacious and bright May 2009The Lora apartment has a wonderful location for 3 different criteria. The location is good for walking to all of the ancient Roman sites which we did daily. The apartment is also located on some very key bus routes that offered exceptional service to the Vatican, Vatican Museums, and other sites that were further away than our elder family member wanted to walk. The amenities that were found amazingly close to the apartment (grocery store, bus tickets, bakery, gelato store, market) were greatly appreciated.The apartment itself is spacious and bright. As a family of 6, there was lots of room for everyone to sit together or to be apart (depending on what we wanted to do at the time). The entire apartment building is charming and maintained well.However, the apartment had some drawbacks that we feel are correctable with a little bit of effort.The showerheads were terrible. They sprayed water everywhere, making the stream of water less effective for showering and making a huge mess in the bathroom. The wet floors were slippery and treacherous after a shower. [Showerheads have been replaced.]An internet connection would have been greatly appreciated. There were affordable internet cafés in the area, but their hours were unpredictable and it was not something we were willing to let our children visit on their own.Anyone staying at the apartment should realize that Arenula is a busy, noisy street at all times of the day and more so on weekend evenings. A police station is located close by. The street noise does intrude into the apartment, but should be expected since this is a large, busy city.I hope this is helpful. We did enjoy our stay in the apartment and I have tried to point out those things that would have improved our time in the apartment during our visit.Connie

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