Elegante Tre

Elegant and spacious home in an area in the center of Rome known for fine, eclectic architecture featuring many palazzi of the Art Nouveau style.

Location

This special neighborhood has many attractions. A five minute walk from the monumental Piazza del Popolo, this street is one block from one of the best shopping streets in Rome, Via Cola di Rienzo that also has cafes and restaurants along its length. The neighborhood was developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s with wide, tree-lined streets reminiscent of the boulevards of Paris. Romans and visitors appreciate the proximity to the popular historical center while being able to escape the crowds in the narrow streets. It is five minute walk to the Lepanto subway station.

Exterior

Set back from the street and screened by a large tree, the building has only three apartments. The Elegante apartment is on the 2nd floor European designation (3rd floor North American); the elevator starts one floor up, approximately 20 steps up from the entry level.

Across the street is a hotel, a handy place to pick up tours and taxis, even breakfast in the hotel cafe that has a nice sidewalk presence in warm weather.

The building of the Elegante apartment was annexed to one of the prettiest Art Nouveau buildings 100 years ago, so from the living room and dining room you can see some nice architectural elements of that, original building.

Interior

The grand entrance shows many of the fine elements found throughout the apartment, beautiful floors, large windows, good light, fine art, elegant furniture and space.

The living room has two areas, a parlor-like entry with chairs, table and tall bureau with a hidden television and the second area has facing sofas and antique side-pieces. Two large windows overlook the neighboring garden. Looking up at the high ceilings, you find artistic plasterwork with many pretty discoveries.

The dining room, also bright from a large window, also has a beautiful, hand-blown Murano glass chandelier and lovely golden Chinese panel. The table seats eight. The apartment is furnished with china of a quality for entertaining.

Living room and dining room are air conditioned.

3 BEDROOM(S); SLEEPS UP TO 6

On the other side of the entrance is a hallway leading to the bedrooms.

Bedroom 1 is straight ahead with bathroom 1 across the hall from it. Turn right at bedroom 1 and find two more bedrooms on the left, both with two single beds that can be combined to form king sized beds.

Bedroom 1 has a balcony that overlooks the street, screened by a large tree, so you can`t really see the hotel across the street. To the right you can see some fine Art Nouveau palazzi. The king sized bed is a rarity in Italy. In the two additional bedrooms the two single beds can be combined to form a large bed that is almost the width of a king.

The largest bathroom is across the hall from bedroom 1, it has modern fixtures and a combination bathtub/shower. A little farther down the hall is bathroom 2.

In summary, 1 bedroom has a king sized beds, 2 bedrooms have two singles that may be combined to form, effectively a king sized bed. Two full bathrooms.

All bedrooms are air conditioned.

Things To Note

Neighborhood: Spanish Steps

Size: 2000 Square feet, 200 m2

Accessibility/Security: 20 steps up from the street level then elevator, apartment all on one level.

Other: Check in 5:00 to 8:00pm, by appointment. Final cleaning €200 paid in cash at check in.

Room Details

Bathroom

• Hairdryer

Connectivity/Entertainment

• WiFi
• TV - Limited English Programs

Heating/Cooling

• Heating
• A/C

Kitchen

• Fully Equipped
• Coffee Maker
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Oven
• Stovetop
• Toaster
• Refrigerator
• Kitchen

Accessibility

• 3rd Floor North American
• Elevator

Kid/Family Friendly

• Travel Crib

Laundry

• Dryer
• Washer

Amenities

• Elevator
• Air Conditioning

General Amenities

• Smoke Detector
• Carbon Monoxide Detector

Things to See & Do

Piazza del Popolo (5 mins Walking)
Landmark piazza in Rome, the medieval northern entrance to the city that welcomes with the beautiful lion fountain and Egyptian obelisk. Pedestrian area so enjoy buskers. The most famous church is the smallest where the Angel & Demons book/movie had some drama, but there is much more to it.
Campo de' Fiori (18 mins Walking)
Large, central piazza with famous and picturesque daily open-air farmer's market, surrounded by restaurants. Famous statue of philosopher Giordano Bruno burned here for heresy. Young folks gather here in the evenings. Thick with history and in the heart of the city.
Piazza Navona (18 mins Walking)
Iconic piazza of Rome where Romans once raced their chariots. Three beautiful fountains the chief being the Fountain of the Four rivers. Enjoy street musicians and small vendors. Great place to hang out, dine and have a gelato.
Vatican Museums (18 mins Walking)
The incomparable art collections of the Popes over the centuries. Unique and historically significant places such as the Sistine Chapel. Tour guide and early arrival are recommended.
Spanish Steps (20 mins Walking)
One of the most famous piazzas in the world with the beautiful steps rising from the Barcaccia ("bad boat") fountain to the Trinita dei Monti church. Neighborhood for designer shopping and people-watching.
St. Peter's Basilica (20 mins Walking)
One of the holiest catholic churches, the church of the Pope. It is very large and filled with inspiring and beautiful art and areas. A tour is recommended.
Pantheon (21 mins Walking)
Must-visit. This temple to all the gods (pan-theon in Greek) breathes history starting with its architecture from 2000 years ago. It is the only complete monument from Roman times. Built of concrete, the hemispherical roof is of one piece with its hole in the center.

Public Transport

Lepanto (5 mins Walking)
Subway