Apartment:
The Gallo I is a newly renovated (May 2006) apartment with private terrace,
two bedrooms / one bathroom located on Vicolo del Gallo, just off Piazza
Farnese, and one block from Piazza Campo dei Fiori.
The apartment, approximately 60 sqms / 650 sqft is situated on the
top floor of a 4-story building without elevator, and is composed of
two levels. Upon entering, you will find the livingroom, master bedroom,
bathroom and kitchen. A spiral staircase in the livingroom will bring
you to the second bedroom, which is located on the upper level. The
master bedroom is furnished with a matrimonial bed and the second bedroom
with a bunk bed (i.e., 2 singles).
The private terrace, which is accessed from the kitchen through glass
doors, is approximately 40 sqms / 450 sqft and is furnished with table
and chairs. Here you can enjoy an open view of the rooftops of Rome's
historic center.
All furnishings and kitchen / bathroom facilities are modern and brand
new. Floors are covered with terracotta tiles, and the ceiling has exposed
wooden beams. Since this is an attic apartment, the ceiling in the master
bedroom slants.
NB: For large groups. This apartment is located in the same building
as the Farnese
I, Farnese
II and Gallo
II.
Location:
Piazza Farnese is an aristocratic Renaissance square and the
site of the magnificent "Palazzo Farnese", built between 1514-1589,
and designed by Sangallo and Michelangelo, among others. Beginning in
the1630s until today, this Palazzo has been the site of the French Embassy.
Just one block north is Piazza
Campo dei Fiori, a popular square with many restaurants, cafes,
shops, boutiques, as well as a daily open air food market. This Piazza
come alive during the day with street musicians, local Romans doing
their shopping, and people relaxing and taking in the sun at the street-side
cafes. At night, it is also a trendy destination for Romans and tourists
alike, who gather in this area for the many quality restaurants and
wine bars.
Walking distance to major sites in Rome:
5 minutes: Campo dei Fiori, Piazza Navona, Trastevere
10 minutes: Pantheon, Jewish Quarter
15 minutes: St. Peter's (Vatican)
20 minutes: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Venezia
Major Bus routes closeby:
#64 St. Peter's (Vatican)--Corso Vittorio Emanuele II--Largo
Argentina--Piazza Venezia--Via Nazionale--Termini station.
#116 (electric bus): Villa Borghese--Via Veneto--Piazza Barberini--Spanish
Steps--Corso Rinascimento--Campo dei Fiori.
#87 Piazza Cavour--Corso Rinascimento--Corso Vittorio Emanuele--Largo
Argentina--Piazza Venezia--Colosseum--Piazza San Giovanni.
Amenities:
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air-conditioning |
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antenna TV |
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stereo/CD player |
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telephone (cellular) |
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cookware, flatware
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mid-week maid service |
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linen and towels |
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iron |
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hair-dryer |
Rental Rates:
| Euro 220 / night |
Euro 1300/ week |
| For period starting December 21 and
ending January 05, an additional 15% will be added to the above
rental rates. |
Additional:
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Final Cleaning fee: Euro 50 |
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Refundable damage deposit: Euro 200 |
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Refundable cellular phone deposit: Euro 100 (optional) |
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Additional services-- shopping, babysitting, laundry,
ironing, available with arrangement. |
