Step Right Up

Step Right Up: Lazio

In Rome, there’s a tendency for hosts to put less effort into their interiors the more central their home is. The logic says that people will come anyway. And for the most part, they're right. However, this is absolutely not the case with this stunning apartment. It might be on one of the most beautiful streets in the city, but you can tell how much care your host, Giacomo, has put into the design – both from an aesthetic perspective and a practical one. These are small things, like choosing materials that are easy to maintain but keep a bit of character. The brick fireplace is probably the best example of this, but we're also big fans of the elegant simplicity of the minimalist, black kitchen. Step out onto the quaint cobbled street outside your home, and you'll find yourself within walking distance of many of Rome's headline sights. Head west over the River Tiber, and within fifteen minutes, you'll be gazing upon Vatican City, the awe-inspiring capital of Christianity. Closer to home, you're a mere five-minute walk from Piazza Navona. The picturesque square buzzes with activity at all hours of the day and night.


Home truths:
*The entrance to the building is slightly confusing – don't be put off by the fact it looks like there's only the entrance to the shop
*If you're a soft mattress sort of person, it's worth noting that this one is quite firm
*There's enough crockery and cutlery for four people but no extra
*Child-friendly amenities such as a cot are available upon request
*The building doesn't have a lift – you'll have to climb around twenty steps to reach the front door
*Two people will be on a sofa bed in the living room
*Though you're unlikely to need a car, it's worth noting that there is only paid parking off premises
*Because of the old pipework in the building, sometimes an odour may protrude from the shower drain