Ancient Echo

The interiors of this apartment may not be memorable, but the views certainly are. St Peter's Basilica appears on the horizon from your private balcony, and it's just a twenty-minute walk to see it up close. In fact, the outdoor space might be the best thing about this practical apartment – the sunny terrace has a small dining table, where you can enjoy meals with a sunset view of the Vatican. The location is also handy for exploring nearby destinations – San Pietro station is just down the road, where you can catch trains to Civitavecchia and even Florence. On this side of Rome, you're also off the tourist trail, so you can experience restaurants and cafes as the locals do.

Home truths:
*This home is near a railway, so expect to hear some noise from passing trains.
*If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair for free. You'll need to request them in advance.
*This home does not accept groups of young people up to 21 years old.
*At full occupancy, three guests will sleep on the sofa beds – there's a single sofa bed in the first bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living room.