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BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE

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A gated entrance with a number sign, surrounded by lush greenery and a pathway leading to a building.
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A brick wall with a 'Relax' sign, a framed quote, a potted plant, and a metal tray.
A modern dining area with a glass table, black chairs, a sofa, and a white cabinet with decorative items.
A balcony with a white table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a 'Relax' sign on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tiber River
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Roma, Roma
  • Place, Villa Doria Pamphili
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Janiculum Hill
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, American University of Rome
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE

My childhood home, many memories and lots of love have guided the renovation of this apartment equipped with all comforts.
Two large bedrooms, one double and one twin bedroom, a large living room and a spacious and fully equipped are waiting for your stay in Rome. Two bathrooms, one with bath and one with shower, complete the property. The apartment has a dishwasher, a traditional oven, a microwave, an American and Italian coffee maker, air conditioning, a 40 'LED TV (Netflix) , a vacuum cleaner, an iron and an ironing board and a 2000w hairdryer. Fast Free WI-FI (fiber) available. The apartment, located in a luxury building, is located a short distance from the railway station of the Four Winds that allows quick access to different tourist areas of Rome. Quiet, elegant and rich in historical sites well connected to the center of Rome.
IL SOFFIO is an accommodation facility authorized by the Municipality of Rome (QA / 2015/33061 of 12/23/2015)
Lazio Region Identification Code: ID 281
Tourist tax: € 5,00 per person to be paid in cash upon arrival. Children up to 10 years exempt. For other exemptions ask Paola

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT058091C22PJHQAKB
Property # 1140236
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rome

Gianicolo, a neighbourhood in Rome, is home to this apartment. St. Peter's Basilica and Piazza Navona are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Villa Borghese and Circus Maximus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stadio Olimpico or Foro Italico.
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Roma, Roma

What's nearby

  • Villa Doria Pamphili - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Janiculum Hill - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • American University of Rome - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Campo de' Fiori - 13 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Rome Quattro Venti Station - 7 min walk
  • Ippolito Nievo Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Maria Bar & Bistrot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lo Scarpone - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Otaleg - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dolce Kosher - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Homebaked "Grandma's Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BREATH: RELAX NEAR THE VATICAN AND TRASTEVERE located?

Located in Gianicolo, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Villa Doria Pamphili, Campo de' Fiori and St. Peter's Basilica. Piazza Navona and Pantheon are also within 2 miles (3 km). Ippolito Nievo Tram Stop is 13 minutes by foot and Trastevere-Bernard. da Feltre Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is well furnished, spacious and lovely. We appreciated the AC in the bedrooms and the lift, as the apartment is on the 4th floor. Paola is a wonderful host and great at communicating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2026
Thanks Stephanie! I hope you enjoyed your visit to Rome and that you brought home many beautiful memories. Take care !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very clean, convenient, and accessible. Paola is an excellent host and was always very kind and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun, 2026
Thanks Deirdre for choosing my home for your stay. You're really a lovely family! Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second month long stay at this beautiful apartment. We could not have asked more from check in to check out. We were met by Paolo right as we stepped out of the Uber. it is a place so comfortable and safe that you never want to leave.Paolo went out of her way to be helpful and gracious. Nothing is lacking here. It is simply a beautiful apartment in a wonderful neighborhood. We will be back again!
Stayed 35 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Four of us stayed three months for a study abroad and the place was wonderful and perfect for what we needed. Paola was a wonderful host. She is a good communicator and assisted with anything we needed. Our time there is over and this place made it even harder to say goodbye. We will certainly miss this apartment and Rome!
Stayed 84 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2026
Thank Katie for your review. You have been wonderful guests!! You are always welcome back☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Apartment near the famous sites

Apartment was clean, BIG, and pleasant. Lived up to the photos and the other reviews. Beds were good, AC works, and the kitchen is fully functional.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rome Holiday

Paola was a fantastic host and very helpful and communicative. Excellent quiet property with a great produce stand right below and bakery grocery store very close. A little outside the action so requires transit to get to spots but we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thanks Jeremy for your lovely review.I'm happy you enjoyed the stay and I hope you brought good memories with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot Off The Beaten Path

My family of four loved our stay here as it was located in a quiet neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle of Rome. We walked to almost everything and loved exploring the area. The amenities provided in the apartment made us feel like we were home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2025
Dear Stacy, thanks for your lovely review. I'm happy you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome whenever you are in Rome. Best to you and your lovely family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Wonderful apartment that work well for us. Close to major transportation but outside of the hustle and bustle of the city. Lots of restaurants and grocery options within walking distance. Host was wonderful meeting us at check in and was attentive to questions and needs. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2024
Dear Kendrick, thanks for your lovely words. It has been a pleasure to meet you and your family. I’ll be pleased to welcome you back anytime in my home. Best and take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host was friendly helpful & welcoming. The Apt was lovely. Very big & spacious with all the necessary comforts. The a/c worked great. In walking distance to transportation market restaurants & coffee. Fruit stand right downstairs was great. Elevator for loading luggage up & down 4 flights. I would highly recommend especially if looking to stay outside city center
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment in a quiet residential area

Everything about this apartment was superlative—clean, comfortable, spacious, well appointed; all was absolutely wonderful. Communication was clear and prompt. Would definitely stay again—grazie, Paola!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Dear Cristina, thanks a lot for nice review. I'm so happy you enjoyed my home. You're welcome any time.Best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawn t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Travel

Nice, quiet location close to city centre. we were out all day and really lonely slept there. clean and perfect for our needs. Only downer was the AC could have been cooler - there wa sa major heat wave occuring at the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2024
Thanks Nancy for your review. Unfortunately we have to follow Rome City Council rules for AC for saving energy and it states a minimum temperature at 24 C degree.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing stay!

We found everything we needed to relax and enjoy our time in this charming neighborhood. Quite different from a busy downtown environment! Our host Paola was so kind and helpful, very intent on us getting the most out of our visit to Roma. We had to take the metro to get to any of the famous sights, but returning to this lovely, spacious apartment was like being at a spa ~ the little balcony especially delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
Thanks Geraldine for your lovely review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

This apt was beautiful. Large rooms, decorated in great taste. It was well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms. Secure building in an area with markets and cafes. The train station and bus stops are only a few blocks away. The host is very responsive and accommodating. Will definitely recommend to friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2024
Dear Brenda, thanks for your lovely review. It has been really a pleasure to meet you and host you in my home. You’re welcome anytime in Rome. All the best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Our host had everything organized and pleasantly arranged for our stay in Rome. The next door fruit stand was a surprising bonus! Delicious wide variety of fruits and vegetables with plenty of convenience in restaurants and necessity shops etc. We totally enjoyed our visit here. Our host was easy to contact if needed. We highly recommend that if you are planning a trip to Rome….to include a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
Thanks Paul for your lovely review.I'm happy you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was top notch

Paola, the hostess, was excellent. Check in and communication throughout stay was great. Her home was very large and extremely well appointed. All appliances were in good working order and the kitchen had everything one could want. Paola continued to update us throughout our stay informing us of city sights and events. I would strongly recommend staying here!
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment and wonderful host

This beautiful apartment was only made better by the wonderful neighborhood. The hosts created a tour book for the neighborhood complete with pictures and walking instructions so we made it a point to try one each day. We have stayed in other VRBO apartments in Rome and this is the one we would return to again...thank you for the use of your beautiful home. The pictures although nice did not come close to seeing the apartment in person. Favorite parts in the apartment were the kitchen and balcony. We felt safe and pampered during our stay, couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025
Dear Shirlee thanks for your lovely review. It has been a pleasure to meet you and Naomi and to know you enjoyed my home for your stay. I really hope you will have another opportunity to visit Rome and being my guest. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paola is awesome!

Paola gave us all the information we needed for our vacation in Italy, including transportation services. She was present to give us a tour of the apartment. The place was so clean and organized. She answered promptly to my messages. Overall, it was a great and worry-free experience largely due to her great hospitality and customer service.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Dear Dennis, thanks a lot for your lovely review. I'm happy you had a worry-free holiday in Rome and I'm happy to be of help. All the best to you and to your lovely family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I saw another reviewer say that they were patting themselves on the back for choosing this property, and that’s exactly how we feel! This apartment was fantastic for our long (8 weeks) stay in Rome. The location is perfect, in a nice residential neighborhood with every convenience, but also close to transit to take you to everything you will want to do. It’s near the Villa Doria Pamphili, which is in a huge beautiful park. It’s also a quick walk to the train station or bus stops so when you’re done sightseeing with the crowds you’ve got a lot of options to deliver you back to a quiet and welcoming apartment. The property is sparkling clean, modern and well stocked, the beds are comfortable, and the host was super responsive when we had questions. She went above and beyond to send us info on new exhibits that opened while we were there, and she has prepared a book with all the information you’ll need for your stay - restaurants, shops, bus lines, everything. There is a fruit\veg stand next door, a laundry service across the street, and a pharmacy and grocery store on the next block. Our favorites were the Enoteca Fiscaletti Daniele, which had a great selection of meats, cheeses, pasta and wine, and Otaleg gelato (don’t miss their pistachio shortbread!). Both were within two blocks of the apartment, and we visited them several times a week.We would definitely stay here again! Thank you, Paola for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 65 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2025
Dear Anya, it was a real pleasure meeting you and John. I'm happy if you'll come back. I look forward to seeing you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All you could ask for

Paola from prior to arrival through to the end kept in contact as to be sure all was well. Attention to details our stay was amazing. Meeting the building manager who was super friendly and watched my bags as I got something to eat while I waited for property manager. I met the property manager who showed me through the large apartment giving me tips and instructions. Paolas place is as advertised, fantastic instruction for every need. Hospital, groceries, train station and information as how to get to certain places. Super clean, Comfortable beds, great selections of pots,pans, dishes and spices to make meals at the apartment. Nice neighborhood with a bar/restaurant a block away. Playground down the street and plenty of nice dog people. Most enjoyable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
Thanks Mary for your lovely review. I'm so happy ypou enjoyed your stay in my home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apartment in Monteverde, Rome

My husband and I spent a week in this lovely and spacious apartment. The building is secure and well situated near the Quattro Venti train station and several bus lines. Getting around the city was very easy and the host left excellent directions for navigating the public transit. Within easy walking distance is a fruit and vegetable stand, a grocery, pharmacy, cafe and pizzeria and several restaurants. We ate well. The apartment itself has huge windows and two balconies and is filled with light. The rooms are large with high ceilings and the space is very comfortably furnished. Everything is there you might need for your stay, coffee make, toaster, washer, dishwasher, even a freezer! (Nice for some Gelato from Otaleg.) Check in and out was a snap with Easy Host. The owner was in regular contact before, during and after our stay. Thank you, Paola, for making our visit to your lovely home so stress free. I recommend this VRBO to couples, families or friends who want an elegant stay in a quiet part of the Eternal City. Most pleasant!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2024
Thanks Deanna for your lovely review.I'm happy you enjoyed the district and my home as well.I'll be happy to host you when coming back to Rome.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Place to Stay

My friend and I are still congratulating ourselves for having chosen Il Soffio as our home for our visit to Rome. The apartment is beautiful, very spacious, clean, and the perfect base for easily getting to all the must-see sites in Rome. The apartment is large enough for 4 people to stay without crowding each other or sacrificing privacy. It was wonderful to come back to this quiet haven after a day of being surrounded by hordes of tourists. The neighborhood is full of excellent places to eat and convenient to taxis and buses, making it easy to get around. You could not ask for a better hostess than Paola. She met us at the outside gate and explained in detail how to use all the appliances and also told us the best spots in the area for meals and grocery shopping. We enjoyed several light meals of pizza from Alice's, sitting on the lovely balcony surrounded by trees. How wonderful to discover the best gelato in Rome and fabulous pastries just up the hill at Dolci Desidere. Lunches at Il Mulino de Quattro Vento were superb as well. We travel a great deal and agree that this may be the best rental apartment we have had. Paola does everything possible to make certain that her guests have a great stay. I would recommend this to anyone wanting a peaceful, comfortable stay in a true Roman neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2023
Dear Shirley, I have no words to thank you for your wonderful review. I thank you and Cheryl for choosing my house as a base for your visit to Rome. You are two very nice people who I had a great pleasure in meeting. I greatly appreciated your kindness and courtesy.I am happy that you were able to appreciate the neighborhood where I grew up and where I have always lived. I will be happy to host you if you return to visit Rome. Take care and best to you and Cheryl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As hosts in the USA, communication is very important to us & Paola is the best! She was very quick to reply & answer our questions (we had many!). She also greeted us upon arrival at the property and gave us a tour of the property. She is a wonderful host and her property is beautiful. Elevator a plus! Great location within walking distance (4 min) to the train station for the next part of our journey to Florence. Buses were close by & I highly recommend using them. We purchased Roma passes in advance & found them unnecessary as you can swipe your credit card each time you use the bus with a per day maximum. A prior guest commented on having to take out trash & clean dishes upon leaving the property, but that is a fairly common request at VRBOs. Trash & recycle containers are literally right in front of the property on the street.) Leaving dishes the way you found them-clean, is a very quick and simple task. Overall, the property was quite large & well appointed. The second bedroom with 2 twin beds was quite small for 2 adults as we had to put our open luggage on the floor. Adding luggage racks would be a nice addition.The only real problem for us was the AC in the main living area was not working at all during our 5 night stay & there was no one available to fix it til the day before we left. It was only comfortable in the 2 bedrooms so we did sleep well. Even the bathrooms were quite warm. Again, that was our only issue. Great property overall and a fantastic host!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, Stylish Stay in a Safe Roman Neighborhood

We had a great stay at this lovely VRBO! The apartment is incredibly spacious, beautifully decorated, and you can tell there’s true pride in ownership. It was very clean and comfortable—an ideal place to come back to after exploring the city.The location is great: close to grocery stores and just a short walk to a little local bar a couple of blocks away. The area felt very safe, even in the evenings. The walk to Vatican City is definitely doable, though after a full day exploring St. Peter’s in the warm weather, we opted to use scooters and bikes via the Dott app (also available through Lime/Uber). Be aware, though—it’s not for the faint of heart with Roman traffic and a lack of bike lanes!As with many city stays, there was some noise. During our visit, the neighbors hosted a children's birthday party that went late into the evening. Nothing unexpected for a lively city, but worth noting.The host does have quite a few house rules, including requirements to clean all dishes and take out separated garbage—even with a cleaning fee charged. As someone who’s worked in the hospitality industry for 30 years, I found that a bit excessive, but it didn’t detract from the overall experience.Do note: buses don’t always run on schedule, and taxis/Ubers are quite expensive (26 to get to the Colosseum). Plan accordingly!All things considered, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property to travelers looking for a clean, comfortable, and well-located home base in
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2025
Dear Leslie, thank you so much for the lovely review and for choosing my apartment for your stay in Rome! I'm so happy that you appreciated the spaciousness, attention to detail and cleanliness of the house. The area, as you have noticed, is ideal for experiencing Rome as the locals do, with shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. Thank you also for sharing practical tips such as using scooters and bicycles: they are great options, even if a little bit adventurous in the Roman traffic! Not my first choice in suggesting how to move in Rome. I am sorry for the occasional noise during the neighbors' party—unfortunately, being a lively and inhabited residential area, it can happen, although fortunately it is not the norm. As for the house rules, I understand your point of view and I'm sorry if they seemed excessive. I try to balance the comfort of the guests with respect for the cleaning staff and the environment, especially in a city where separate waste collection is mandatory. Living in an apartment and like a local can sometimes require a little more effort than staying in a hotel. Thanks again for your feedback and for recommending my home to other travelers. I will be happy to host you again, maybe in a cooler season to make the walks even more enjoyable! Best
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10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

Amazing apartment in great neighborhood

My family and I just left Paola's beautiful apartment. We couldn't have been more comfortable. I have been in Rome over a dozen times and stayed all over the city, in many different hotels and one other apartment. We've never been in such a lovely place! The neighborhood was new to us but it didn't take long for us to figure out everything great about it. The property itself was extremely well cared for and lovely. More importantly, it wasn't just the "whitewashed" generic apartments one frequently rents. It was comfortable, very clean, well decorated and homey. The bathrooms had everything we could have wanted. We actually could have come without toiletries because Paola provided everything! We didn't need to use any of those things but it was just another layer of her astonishing hospitality. The kitchen was beyond what I would expect from a vacation rental. Not only was it beautiful and very well appointed, she carried all the little things one hates to buy for a week long stay (salt, pepper, sugar, etc) as well as thoughtful things like olive oil and other spices. The bedrooms were comfortable. The views on the balconies and from the bedrooms were lovely. Outside the apartment, there was a store to the right of us and a fruit/vegetable store to the left of us. Up the stairs, there were restaurants and taxi stands, ATM machines. Now I get to the part where I talk about Paola. I have rented VRBO/Homeaway properties for years. I have never had an owner host us so warmly before. Ever. She drove 45 minutes from her seaside home to welcome us. She made reservations for transportation for us on 3 separate occasions. She answered all my texts and helped us negotiate dinners and trains. She was the ultimate hostess who made this trip to Rome effortless for me and my family. I recommend this property very very highly for people who are fine with being out of the center of Rome. But more importantly, I recommend Paola, who has other properties in Italy as well. I won't go to Rome again without contacting her first.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks Gina!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was as advertised. It was spacious and clean. The owner met us at checkin and walked us through everything we needed to know. Everything went well for us and we had everything we needed. The most important part is sleeping as you are only in the apartment for a short time (to hang out at night and sleep). The rest of the time is seeing the sites in Rome. And, sleeping was very comfortable. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was nice because it was very hot outside. Also, the entire apartment has blackout shades so it is very quiet and dark for sleeping. However, if you do want to hang out there is a full kitchen and living room. The apartment is in a quiet neighborhood away from the crowds which is also nice. However, getting to Rome City Center takes a little longer but there are buses that go there straight from the apartment. The only problem we had was the AC in the living room was malfunctioning while we were there. It wasn't an issue for us because we did not use the living room for sleeping and I was able to somehow reset it and get it working on our last day. Other than that everything was really nice about the apartment. There were many restaurants walking distance and a grocery store literally around the corner from the front gate. The apartment was also very secure with a lock getting into the building and a very secure lock on the front door. If you want a peaceful place in Rome then this is it. Thanks Paola!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2026
Thank you, Christopher, for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed the neighborhood and had some pleasant evenings at the house. I apologize for the air conditioning malfunction in the living room, but I appreciate the feedback, as it will allow me to have a technician fix the issue. Thank you for choosing my home for your stay!

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