Beautifully kept, elegant, and filled with plenty of natural light, this charming home just fifteen minutes from the Vatican City really caught our eye. To stay here is to move into an authentically Roman home with a bucolic-styled kitchen, complete with a blue-tiled backsplash and sunny dining spot by the patio doors. Cosy up with a good book in the refined living area, while taking in the ornate mirrors and silver lighting. But the real highlight of this apartment is the private balcony – it's the perfect spot to unwind with a glass of wine after a day spent sightseeing. Speaking of, the home's located away from the intense crowds and excited tourists in the quiet area of Aurelio, and yet getting around the city is easy with the nearest metro station a short two-minute walk away. Take a twenty-five-minute stroll to the Sistine Chapel or head in the other direction, and be at the Piazza Navona in thirty minutes – whichever way you turn, there are famous attractions to explore. On top of that, the host, Carlotta, embodies exactly what we think a Plum host should be – friendly, welcoming and passionate about her guests. Home truths: *While this home is away from the city centre, there's a host of public transport links nearby *The shower only goes up to 190cm, so very tall guests might have to duck *There's no dishwasher in the kitchen *If you're bringing a little one along, the host provides a baby cot and highchair upon request *It's a thirty-three-minute drive (without traffic) from Leonardo da Vinci International Airport *There's free on-street parking either side of the road nearby