Despite torrential rain (nb: remember to pack a brolly next time!), we were greeted with a friendly smile and good information regarding the accomodation and local transport. The apartment was situated a little further away from the metro station and centre of Rome than we imagined but even with 3 children (14, 9 & 8 years) we walked the 3km to the Vatican one day and even further to the Colloseum the next - a long, but lovely walk on a sunny morning through the Villa Doria Pamphily. However the buses are very regular and it's easy to get to the Vatican in 15/20 minutes. You can walk easily to most places from there. The apartment is extremely comfortable, well equipped, very quiet and affordable - with the bonus of all the facilities of the hotel Crowne Plaza next door (however, the outdoor pool is not open until June and the indoor pool is in the spa at the hotel and is only for over 18yrs). We would not hesitate recommending the accomodation to anyone who doesn't mind being a little way outside the centre of Rome yet within easy access of all the sights. The kids loved Rome (particularly the food .. but go down the little back streets and stay clear of the main squares or you may get ripped off!)
Thanks Anna & Christina for a very enjoyable stay.
Julie, Robin, Jack (14), Ellie (9) & James (8)