Modern190m²#Ideal for Family or Group#City Center#Concierge#Fully Aircondioned
This elegant, spacious, well-appointed flat is located on the elevator-equipped 4th floor of an elegant building in one of Rome’s most prestigious neighborhoods, just a few minutes walk to public transportation. The glamorous dining and sitting rooms are ideal for entertaining. The 4 large bedrooms and 3 full baths ensure plenty of space for large groups and families. The entire flat enjoys an abundance of natural light, ample space, and beautiful furnishings.
In the apartment you will find all you could possibly need for a perfect stay, whether a few days or a few months. Ideal for both leisure and business visitors, we welcome short vacation stays or rentals of several months for work, study, or – for the fortunate! – extended vacations!
OUR TEAM
As a guest here, you will find all the comforts of home and the utmost in personalized service from a friendly and very capable team.
In addition to the attentive owner, Paolo, the doorman, Marian, is always ready to assist you as your on-site concierge. He will greet you every day at the main door from Monday to Saturday and also ensure that you are well taken care of on Sundays. He knows the right people to call, the transportation to take, the places to eat…he’s a wealth of knowledge whenever you need him.
The final member of our fabulous trio is Liana, an Italian-American professional travel planner who splits her time between the U.S. and Italy. She can customize a perfect stay for you in Rome – and throughout Italy - with her network of over 400 guides, drivers, and specialists in the country. See below for more information on our guests’ favorite activities and excursions that Liana has organized over the years.
Please see below for additional information and know that, as our guest, you are not only staying in a beautiful place, you are also in very good hands with this team!
NEIGHBORHOOD AND LOCATION
The apartment is found in the well-heeled residential area of Prati, between St. Peter’s Basilica and Piazza del Popolo. The neighborhood was designed in the 19th century Liberty style and contains a wide variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, and boats easy access to many tourist attractions.
A beautiful park is right in front of the building entrance and the stunning Tiber River is just one block away– providing ideal opportunities for every activity from early morning runs to late night strolls. The lovely Ponte Regina Margherita bridge is just a beautiful two minute walk from the front door!
Here you will witness the everyday life of the true Roman people, outside the frenetic touristic centers, allowing you to balance a long day of sightseeing and activity with the peacefulness and la dolce vita of authentic Roman life.
SHOPPING
The daily market in Piazza dell'Unita is charming and convenient. Several high quality Italian groceries in the area, such as Franchi and Castroni, stock a wide range of local and exotic foods including
excellent choices for salumi and pannettone.
The popular shopping street of Via Cola di Rienzo offers a wide range of shopping choices for all needs and interests. It provides an excellent alternative to the stores along the famed Via Condotti. Its stores include Angelo Di Nepi, Onix, Stefanel, 7 Camicie, Furla, Yamamay, Geox, Intimissimi, Swarovski, Benneton, Diesel, Miss Sixty, Coccinelle, Fellini, Liujo, Swatch and many, many more!
WALKING
The Prati neighborhood is very safe, beautiful, and convenient to explore on foot. Additionally, many of Rome’s top attractions are within an easy and scenic walk from the front door! These include:
- Piazza del Popolo: 8 minutes
- Spanish Steps: 20 minutes
- Piazza Navona: 15 minutes
- Vatican Museums, Vatican City, and Sistine Chapel: 20 minutes
- Pantheon: 20 minutes
- Trevi Fountain: 22 minutes
- Campo de’ Fiori: 22 minutes
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
The apartment is ideally located for taking public transportation. For planning purposes:
- Closest metro station: Lepanto, about a 5 minute walk from the apartment. This is the A line which also connects directly to Ottaviano S. Pietro (Vatican Museums), Piazza di Spagna (Spanish Steps), Piazza Barberini (Trevi Fountain area), and Termini, Rome’s central station from which you can connect to any bus, metro, or train in the city.
- Closest bus stop is Cola di Renzo-Liberta, a 2 minute walk from the apartment.
- Other bus stops:
-- Piazza Cola di Renzo (3 min)
-- Cicerone-Plinio (4 min)
--Marcantonio Colonna (5 min)
HIGHLIGHTS: ROOMS
Kitchen: Fully equipped with a gas oven and stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, Nespresso brand coffee machine, cooking utensils, cookware, crockery, tableware and cutlery for up to 10 people.
Dining Room: Extendable table to seat up to 12 guests
Bedrooms: 4 double bedrooms; King size beds, all with memory foam mattresses for ultimate comfort (still a luxury in many places in Italy!)
Bathrooms: Two ensuite and one conveniently located in the main hall
Living Area: Flat screen television, comfortable sofas
Bonus Space: A bright and charming alcove just off the kitchen, bounded by arches and curtains. A great place to tuck away with a book or to pen an entry in your travel journal.
DÉCOR, AMMENTITIES, AND COMFORT
Decor: You will find fine art and timeless antiques mixed with the latest technology, modern touches, and global finds
Heating and Air Conditioning: Central air conditioning (51,000 BTU) and heat with individual temperature control in each room for every guest’s maximum comfort.
Internet and Television: complimentary wireless internet access, home cinema technology and stereo surround, Sky Satellite TV
Washing Machine/Dryer: The apartment has BOTH a washing machine and a dryer – a true luxury in Italy!
Spare Linens and Towels are also provided
Guidebooks and maps are conveniently located in the apartment.
AREA AND ACCESS
Total Area: 185 square meters (just shy of 2,000 square feet)
Floor and Access: 4th Floor; Stair and Elevator Access
ACTIVITIES, TOURS, AND EXCURSIONS
The vast majority of activities, tours and excursions that are booked for our guests are private, with a semi-private option available for individuals, couples, or very small groups looking to either share costs or meet other travelers. Some of our guests favorite activities follow, but please bear in mind that Liana of Italiana Travel Design can create and customize any experience – including for those with special needs and small children.
- Private Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Tour, with skip-the-line tickets
- Real Roman Food Crawl – a four hour experience that provides a great orientation to the city, its culture, and its food; ending with a full meal - Roman style! Recommended for the beginning of your stay.
- Learn and Love Your Italian Wines - a fun, informal, but highly educational and delicious overview of Italian wines with an internationally recognized sommelier. Recommended for the beginning of your stay
- Secrets of Underground Rome Walking Tour – discover the real ancient Rome, right below your feet!
- Cycling the Appian Way – get out of the city center and onto one of the original “roads that lead to Rome.”
- Real Roman Dinner Party – share a table with one of Rome’s most beloved hosts, her Roman family, Italian friends, and other travelers from around the world. This is our clients favorite non-tour experience!
- Cooking Classes – several options available to meet various skill levels, interests, goals, and ages. We have family-friendly cooking classes and those designed just for kids!
DAY TRIPS: Liana can take the stress out of planning day trips and maximize the time you have in any destination. Tivoli, Ostia Antica, Florence, Chianti, Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, the Lazio seaside, Frascati, and of course, the “hidden gems” of the hills around Rome.
OTHER DESTINATIONS: If you are coming from or plan to continue your trip in another part of Italy, Liana can also assist with those plans. Her network of over 400 guides, drivers, and specialists is always ready to help you discover the real Italy in the most relaxing and enjoyable way possible.
You may stay with us just a few nights in Rome, but we want to make sure every day of your trip is perfect, wherever you are in our magnificent Italy!