Trastevere apartment:: Live Rome like a Roman in Rome

The apartment, a two-flight walk-up, is located in the heart of
Trastevere at Piazza S. Egidio, just one block from Piazza Santa
Maria in Trastevere and two blocks from the Tiber. It is a three-
room apartment, roughly 700 square feet (60 square meters),with a
large bedroom (double bed) and plenty of closet space, a spacious
eat-in kitchen and a living room which looks out on the piazza. The
bathroom is modern and tiled and has a shower, not a tub. There are
ceiling fans in all three rooms and A/C is available in the four
summer months. IF POSSIBLE, SUNDAY ARRIVALS SHOULD BE AVOIDED AS SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS NEED TO BE MADE.
Fully equipped with all kitchen appliances, computer, dsl connection, wireless, and soft, comfy terrycloth robes, the apartment is designed for one person or for two people who share a bed. In special
circumstances the living room couch can be used for sleeping
arrangments for an additional person (athough this means the bed
would have to be made up each day). There is a small additional charge
for using the couch as a bed.
The apartment is on the second floor (European-style) of this 17th
century building. There is no elevator. The apartment has lovely wood, beamed ceilings in all three rooms and, occupied until recently by its
owner, is very cozy and warmly furnished. The kitchen is wood and
granite and there are two ovens, a  brand-new six-burner gas range, a refrigerator, a  double sink, a microwave and other appliances. There is no
dishwasher or washing machine but there is a coin-operated
laundromat within walking distance. Laundry service available at a minimum charge.
The bedroom is extremely quiet. The entire apartment is quiet during
the day. In the evenings the living room side is less quiet because
there is a café below, some peddlars and lots of people walking
about an enjoying the scene since Trastevere is a sort of Roman
Montmartre and is quite lively. During the day the cafe is a nice
place for a light lunch and of course Santa Maria is great for
coffee in the morning, and people-watching.

The kitchen is really fully-equipped, with all possible appliances, dishes,
pots and pans, glasses and gadgets. There is a TV with satellite so
you can get CNN , a DVD, should you want to rent some, and a VCR (but it does not take films sold in the U.S.) There is a stereo system, lots of tapes, and many, many books including a broad selection of guidebooks and books on Rome and Italy. Air conditioning is available during the summer and there is an
independent heating system for the winter months.

Trastevere is one of the oldest and most interesting areas of Rome.
By day, it is like a village where everyone seems to know one
another and have the time to schmooz and pass the time of day. There
are many important artistic venues, such as the Basilica of Santa
Maria, churches such as S. Francesco in Ripa and Santa Cecilia, and
museums such as the Villa Farnesina. The apartment is also walking
distance from Campo de' Fiori, Piazza Navona and Largo Argentina.
And the neighborhood is well connected by bus to all of downtown
Rome. At night, Trastevere shows an entirely different face. Home to
some of the city's most popular restaurants and pizzerie, it is also
full of small clubs, boutiques and "gelaterie" and is, therefore, a
magnet for Italian and foreign evening revelers.

2010. The minimum time period for rental is a week although five-day stays are possible at the owner's discretion.  Basic rates are:
$1100 (U.S.) a week for stays of up to two weeks with reductions offered for
stays of three to four weeks or in discounted periods. In the summer, when air conditioning is available the rates may be increased by $50 to $100 a week.  In the winter a week discounting can bring the weekly cost down to $850.
Rates include:

1. a weekly cleaning for those who stay more than nine days
2. local telephone calls and all utilities.
3. Wireless and a computer with dsl connection.

Remember that discounts are often available - especially in winter and in August - and that the owner can be flexible.  Discounts are available at certain times of the year (mostly, but not exclusively) January and  August) and also depending on the length of stay. A security deposit against significant damages is required. An extra cost of $15 a day is incurred in the case of a third occupant unless it is an infant.

Along with its attractive furnishings, new, firm mattress, and extremely well-appointed kitchen, the apartment also offers several hundred books in English, a broad selection of guidebooks and maps, and a new TV with Sky Italia satellite that gives you access to dozens of Italian and foreign channels. There is also a VCR (with a small collection of films) and a CD-cassette player with radio. There is no washing machine, but there is a coin-operated laundromat a few blocks away. Unlike most apartments, in this one, a LAPTOP with XP and a DSL connection is available at NO CHARGE for getting on the internet, reading your web mail and surfing. a week for unlimited access. There is wireless if you are brining your own device. On arrival, you will find juice, bottled water, and a bottle of wine waiting for you. Generally, basic household supplies are included as well as food basics such as olive oil, cofffee, salt and  sugar.