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If it wasn’t for the old, exposed-stone walls, you’d think you’d stepped into a wendy house for grown-ups at this unique apartment. There are the outright eccentric touches like the aeroplane seats (complete with seatbelts and the interior of a fuselage) in front of the projector screen, and the small, quirky details like rainbow-bright dinnerware, fire-engine-red cabinets and huge paperclips on the walls. The bedroom is slightly more subdued, in terms of colour, but no less flamboyant. A vaulted, cathedral-style ceiling and archway optical illusion on the wardrobes gives the feeling of being in an ancient chapel. While the bathroom features a wall of art reminiscent of the Rennaisance greats. Set in an ancient park said to be where the...
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What to expect
Highlights
Make the seven-minute walk to the Colosseum
Settle into one of the business class seats in front of the big screen
Drift off to sleep in the chapel-like bedroom
Explore the ancient fountains and ingrained history of the communal gardens
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Home truths
At capacity, two guests will be on the sofa bed in the living room and one on a fold-out single in the master bedroom
The apartment has its own entrance off a tranquil courtyard
Guests of this apartment enjoy access to a communal garden, brimming with history
Your host can provide a cot, high chair, window guards and plug socket covers for infants, just ask
Amenities
Home cinema setup
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Rated "excellent" for a reason.
Local guide
About Aventino
As one of the city's legendary seven hills, the Aventine plays a central role in the founding mythology of Rome. In ancient times it was a hive of activity – the home of foreign religious cults and dens of iniquity that caused consternation among the powers that be. Today it is a quiet residential neighbourhood full of sprawling mansions, historic churches and lovely gardens. There are no restaurants up here,...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Sample the pasta at Trattoria da Enzo
A simple, yet classy, trattoria with the best carbonara in Rome. Slightly pricier than nearby places, but worth every penny
Admire ancient Roman art at Musei Capitolini
The museums host a great collection of sculptures and paintings, but are especially renowned for the enormous bronze and marble Roman statues.
Contemplate in peace at Giardino degli Aranci
This small garden filled with orange trees on top of the Aventino Hill offers a great view of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Honor Roman traditions at La Sora Lella
A restaurant with a long tradition serving the staples of Roman cuisine, including some hard-to-come-by old dishes.
Try the cherry pie at Pasticceria Boccione
The sour cherry pie, signature of this hole-in-the-wall Jewish bakery, has been baked for 50 years following the same, timeless recipe.
Admire ancient ruins at Portico d'Ottavia
It’s the only fragment of a portico of 300 columns, dating from 27BC, to survive the turbulent history of this quarter of Rome.
Eat kosher at Ba'ghetto
This kosher restaurant features an assortment of Roman Jewish dishes as well as Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Jewish fare. The couscous is excellent.
Go back in time at Angelino
This trattoria has been active since the early 1600s, and over the years has delighted guests such as Goethe and Jean-Paul Sartre with it's Roman cuisine.
Explore Campagna Amica Market
A charming market in Rome where local farmers and food producers bring their fresh products for sale. Enjoy the open canteen, try the porchetta and pancetta, and sip on local wine or beer.
Experience authentic Mexican food and Tequila at La Punta
La Punta Expendio de Agave is a trendy bar and restaurant in Rome, offering delicious tacos, ceviche, and tequila-based cocktails. With its eclectic decor and excellent customer service, it's the perfect spot to take a break from Italian food and enjoy a unique dining experience.
Get around
Airport
Giovan Battista Pastine International
35 min
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino
33 min
San Francesco d'Assisi
2 hr 21 min
Subway station
Cavour
10 min
Train station
Roma Termini
15 min
Bus stop
Serpenti/Cavour
9 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
10 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
12 min
Points of interest
Beach
Manila Beach
51 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 13:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
We build strong relationships with our hosts to ensure a consistently high quality of service, and offer outstanding customer care with fast and fair resolution when needed.
This home is managed by Marco
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. During the last 35 years, Marco has travelled the world and now he has settled down, he wants to welcome travellers to the Eternal City. This property was bought and lovingly renovated precisely for this reason - to make his guests stay as comfortable and satisfying as possible.
Registration or licence number: 14351.
This home is nominated for the Plum Guide Award.