Situated in a late 19th-century building across from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, this apartment has a sense of that traditional grandeur, albeit with a bit of modern flair. Inside you'll find high ceilings and large windows overlooking the Piazza, as well as a roomy living area and homely kitchen with everything you'll need to rustle up an Italian feast. Bookworms will adore the floor-to-ceiling bookcase packed with plenty to read – there's even a rolling ladder to reach the top – and everyone will enjoy dinners around the rustic table. After a busy day, pour yourself a glass of local vino and unwind with a soak in the rolltop bathtub. When it's time for bed, nod off in either of the stylish bedrooms – the second is on a mezzanine over the study, and though the ceilings are a little low, the cosy loft setting makes it our favourite. Termini is a multi-cultural neighbourhood with a diverse population, so you'll find a mix of ethnic eateries and traditional neighbourhood trattorias on your doorstep. Shop for international ingredients and fresh produce at Esquilino market, wander over the Colosseum – about a twenty-minute stroll – and to head further into the city, hop on the subway at Vittorio Emanuele station, just two minutes away.

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