The Flower Penthouse was lovely! Spacious and bright, with beautiful furniture and artwork, including some incredible tapestries. It had a warm and welcoming ambiance. The steps were not an issue at all--they were marble, wide and shallow, and presented no challenge at all, even at the end of a long day of sightseeing.
Cinzia met us at the apartment upon our arrival, and provided us with information about local businesses and transportation options. She was available to assist in any way, if necessary.
The #8 tram stopped just a 1/2 block away, ran every few minutes, and had us in the middle of Rome within 15-20 minutes. There were options for multi-day tickets which we purchased at the tabachi shop right around the corner. We also used a nearby bus to travel to the Vatican. Very convenient!
We spent much of our time walking throughout the center of Rome, visiting the beautiful piazzas and churches, and marveling at the incredible historical sites; however, we typically ate dinner either in Trastevere (only a few stops away on the tram) or at La Gianicolense, just two blocks from the apartment. We also visited the open air market across from the tram stop to purchase some delicious meats, cheeses, and bread. Tony's Gelateria, also right around the corner, was excellent.
We absolutely loved the terrace! It was surrounded by an array of plants, shrubs, and succulents, which made it quiet and secluded. It was quite refreshing to enjoy a glass of wine out there at the end of the day.
Rome was our last stop in Italy. We had also rented properties in Florence and Lecce. Although those properties were both in the middle of their respective cities, and close to the tourist sights, we appreciated staying at an apartment that was a bit removed from the hubbub. Everything we could want or need was close by. We spent our days in the thick of things in the city, and then retired to the more relaxed pace of a residential neighborhood at the end of the day. We highly recommend the Flower Penthouse!!
