Guest Comments

We loved the Greci apartment. Location was fantastic, the apartment was lovely. It WAS perfect! So thank you for all your help. 

Barbara Winton, Oct 07

Our trip to Rome was wonderful and the wedding was one that Tom and Katie would be jealous of - Tom could take notes for his next one. We loved the apartment and it fit our needs perfectly. It was very light and airy and the sounds from the Music Academy accross the street added a nice feel. It was also very quiet, which is rare for a large city. We loved the location and could walk to almost anywhere we wanted to go. My wife wants to come back and rent it for a month, so we can really get into the Roman life. Paul was very helpful in getting us started and settled.

The only minor inconvenience was the tub/shower in the main bath. It was the typical tub with no shower enclosure that you find a lot in Europe. It had a hand held spray head but nowhere to attach it. 

David K, Michigan, September 2006

I'll tell you that the Rome apartment is quite a unique rental. We really enjoyed the location being so close to Piazza Popolo and on that small street without autos. The church view was spectacular no matter what time of day. We were entertained by the Rome music academy students but it wasn't always a serene experience. I think I would reinforce to guests that the apartment is a private residence filled with antiques. Some guests would not belong there, and may not find it casual enough to 'kick back'. However, we loved it!

The orientation was important, as she was stressing the importance of safety, and we know from a number of other friends in Rome that break-ins are a possibility. The kitchen was extremely well-stocked. 

The apartment is a wonderful place that I'd highly recommend and/or revisit.

Rosemary H., April 07

Accommodations: Comfortable, and the space is quite handsome. The school of decoration disagreed with our sensibilities. Terrace was excellent. We kept thinking about how beautiful the bones of the apartment were, and how much we would have liked to furnish and decorate it ourselves. 

We liked the kitchen the most. We like cooking, and part of the adventure is living like a Roman. I had my hair cut at a local, non-fancy barber (and thus emboldened went back for a shave); we went to the local markets, butcher, etc. The fact that there are no intersecting streets running parallel to the Babuino is a big plus, as it cut down the tourist traffic to a minimum. There are some great local coffee places that we went to with just locals. Not chic, but just what we like. 

The fellow who met us whose name escapes me just now is terrific, as is the driver Stefano, whom we used to visit a friend's farm nearby, and to the airport very very early when we departed. Closing the shutters every time we left was a nuisance. [A necessity in Rome, unfortunately.]

Loved hearing people rehearse, as we are a musical family. Also we were so near that new museum just beyond the tomb of Augustus [Ara Pacis]. And I did like the place on the Babuino which is combination antique store and café. Every day we would stroll on Via Margutta. Otherwise, couldn't stand the Piazza Spagna and the other overrun-with-tourist places. Fortunately we have some friends who grew up in Rome and still live there, so we had a nice dose of seeing Rome from a local point of view.

Shops, Restaurants: I played some violins at the luthier downstairs, and the piano shop is exceptional as they carry the Fazioli piano, a cut or three above the Steinway-Bosendorfer-Bechstein level. The café in the Accademia I wish I had discovered earlier 

I dressed formally-suit and tie-every day. Makes a difference in how one is treated. 

Excellent Europe: Your introductory package is excellent, for we enjoy the anticipation as well as the visit; it was great to read through it several times beforehand.

Raymond M, March 2007

We had a wonderful time and the keystone of our visit was the apartment. It was superb and exceeded all our expectations! Both the owner and greeter were great to work with, very helpful and accommodating. I will tell you that Jacob is a prize worth capturing. He is a polite, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful young man and was a godsend to us - rookies in Rome! The apt was wonderful. As you know, it was unseasonably hot while we were there and the air conditioning was a much appreciated after being out all day in the city heat. The electricity allocation seemed to be adequate...we went over by about 30 euros which was fine....we were careful but ran it a lot! The apt is beautifully and completely furnished with every convenience. We would rent it again in a minute! Your guides and handouts were exceptionally done. They really helped us with the ins and outs of visiting Rome for the first time. The information was useful, accurate and appropriate. Thank you for taking the time to write them. Your attention to detail was very helpful. I cannot think of one "constructive criticism" I can provide to help you improve your services. Thanks again for helping us have a wonderful vacation!" 

John S, June 2006