Antique Dreams

Bookshelves bursting with antique books, twinkling chandeliers, gilt-edged paintings – this home is a feast for the eyes. You'll appreciate the abundance of candles and warm lamps, as there's limited light – but it does provide a cosy ambience. And you're not seeing double – there are two living rooms, two dining rooms, and two kitchens, so larger groups will find space to themselves. The highlight (especially if this opulence isn't your taste) is the charming patio garden, where you can sip an aperitivo under the trees. If you prefer your drink with a view, wander a little further up the street to Janiculum Hill, where you can admire the Rome skyline.

Home truths:
*This home is on a steep, narrow street, and you won't be able to reach the entrance by car, so be aware that you'll need to carry luggage a short way.
*The third bedroom is separate from the main home and accessed from outside the entrance.
*This home features antique furniture and wallpaper fabrics, which may be dusty. So it's not suitable for guests with asthma or other respiratory illnesses. You should also supervise young children here, as there may be sharp-edged furnishings.
*This home is spread across two floors, plus a short flight of steps down to the garden, so it may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
*Your host asks you to respect quiet hours between 10pm and 8am.
*There's limited natural light in this home.
*This is an old building, and using multiple electrical items simultaneously here may lead to a temporary power outage.