Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”
Welcome to "Palm House 1" near Villa Borghese. As a proud recipient of the "Premier Partner" badge from the Home team, we ensure the highest standards of excellence in maintaining the apartment and delivering top-tier guest services. Delve into our collection of 90 five-star reviews to see what our guests love about us.
This spacious one bedroom/one bathroom apartment spans 979 sq.ft. (91 sq.mt.), making it the largest of its kind in the vicinity, and the closest residential option to Villa Borghese park. Nestled in a serene setting, it offers the perfect balance of central location and peaceful ambiance. The apartment is just a few steps from the expansive Villa Borghese park and comes equipped with modern amenities including WiFi and air conditioning. Guests should inquire about mosquito screens fitted on every window for added comfort. With its private entrance, complimentary car parking, and a lush garden, the apartment guarantees privacy and convenience. The patio is beautifully appointed with a sofa, an armchair with ottoman, and a dining table for four, perfect for enjoying meals outdoors.
Located on a tranquil, tree-lined street in the prestigious Villa Borghese/Parioli district—home to over 30 embassies within a 10-minute walk—this exclusive neighborhood is an ideal base for exploring Rome. Major attractions such as the Villa Borghese Museum, the park's zoo, and various art museums are within easy walking distance. Also, the apartment is a mere 5-minute stroll from essential transportation links to the Vatican Museums, the Colosseum, and other central sights, as well as local markets and restaurants.
The apartment itself features a grand barrel-vaulted ceiling and oversized windows that fill the space with light. It boasts a large bedroom with a rare European king-size Ralph Lauren sleigh bed and ample storage. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, and induction stove top. The bathroom includes a shower, bidet, and a generously sized lighted vanity. The living room offers elegant furnishings, a large TV with Netflix, and comfortable seating. The dining room can accommodate up to six guests comfortably.
This private oasis is a rarity in Rome, offering quietude and exclusivity with its own private garden, parking, and patio—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Experience the best in comfort and convenience at Palm House 1.
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Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT058091C2I69Z7DDM
About the area
Rome
Located in Rome, this apartment is in the city centre. Via Veneto and Via del Corso are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Villa Borghese and Circus Maximus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling nearby.
Is Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?
As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” on 27 July 2026 start from NZ$452, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” located?
Located in Pinciano, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Bioparco di Roma, Villa Borghese and Borghese Gallery. Spanish Steps and Via Veneto are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bioparco Tram Stop and Rossini Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host was great. Very accommodating and quick to respond. The apartment was lovely, extremely clean, wonderful books and well located, very near the Park and metro. We would stay again!
We enjoyed the quiet location beside the park and the excellent restaurants a short walk away. Raniero was an outstanding host who, upon arrival, gave us the lay of the land and remained available for local knowledge throughout our entire stay. Palm House 1 is beautifully and comfortably furnished and decorated. We hope to stay there again! The best VRBO we’ve ever rented.
Perfect place in beautiful Lazio area. All amenities needed were provided. Comfortable accommodations near restaurants and easy access through the park to sites.
Our stay at Villa Borghese was stellar. We have travelled the world and this tranquil abode is exemplary! It is exceptionally well appointed, perfectly located, easily accessible and has everything one could need or want. Staying this close to the exquisite Borghese park was a dream. Truly the most lovely accommodations imaginable and the host is charming, available and attentive. So many thanks for a lovely Roma adventure!
PH1 offers the same location conveniences mentioned in my review of PH2 (yes, we stayed in both due to availability during our stay in Rome). Its king size bed, bottle of wine and water were appreciated. It's a little quieter due to its location in the building but hasn't been modernized to the same level as PH2. Raniero is a thoughtful host so you can't go wrong in either apartment.
Raniero’s apartment was our perfect home from home for our 10 day stay in Rome. The location- very close to Villa Borghese is (in my opinion) the most peaceful and beautiful neighbourhood in Rome. The whole area felt very safe. The apartment was so well equipped with everything you could possible need for your stay. The apartment was beautifully presented and the huge Ralph Lauren bed was very comfortable. The outside space was an added bonus for a city stay. Raniero lives upstairs and was very easy to communicate with and very helpful. Thank you for a very memorable stay in the Eternal City.
Great rental apartment. It had everything needed. Parking was a plus.
Wayne C.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2024
There are only a few apartments with private parking. I’m one of them. Free parking is definitely a plus. Thanks for choosing the Palm House 1. Sincerely, Hal
Well appointed, spacious apartment with all you will need for a comfortable stay. Away from the congestion of tourists yet close enough to the main sights to walk or take a short ride. There are also excellent restaurants and a supermarket close by too.
Noel L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2024
The apartments are close to downtown but far enough from the tourists like you said. Public transportation is only a 5 minute walk and you can find a taxi at the taxi stop in Piazza Verde.
The property is situated in a prime location and is within walking distance of most amenities. The Air Conditioning and internet were excellent, with lots of lovely restaurants nearby. The only issue we had was with ants in the apartment, despite not leaving food out and keeping the dishes clean. The host responded to us promptly and tried to resolve the issue. I iimagine that this issue will be resolved for the next guest and it was probaly a 1 off issue.
We came for a family wedding plus a bit of sightseeing. Hal McMillan was a great host and the apartment was very large and well equipped. We had a great time.
Sarah W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2023
This year there were a lot of weddings and I am truly honored that many guests chose to stay at the Palm House
Perfect headquarters for our stay in Rome. Situated in a beautiful neighborhood, we felt very safe here. Hal is a caring host, gave us a great start to our trip in Italy.
Joel L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2022
Hello and great to hear that you had an enjoyable time at the Palm House. I hope to see the both of you again. Cheers, Hal
We loved, loved, loved our time at this apartment. Great part of Rome to have respite and quiet before venturing into all the city has to offer.
Meg C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm truly glad you enjoyed the apartment and its peaceful location near Villa Borghese. It was a pleasure welcoming you, even with the late arrival—I’m always happy to accommodate whenever possible. You’re welcome back anytime, and I hope to host you again soon!
Warm regards,
Raniero
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Palm House. The apartment is clean, attractive, secure, conveniently located, and more. This property is suberb and an excellent value. Highly recommended.
Terence S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Well thanks for the fantastic review!!! I'm glad your stay at The Palm House was beyond your expections! I hope to see the two of you in the near future. Take care and have a wonderful summer. Hal
Hal is a gracious host ..the neighborhood tour was just perfect!!Spacious. And clean. Would come back!!patio was a great place to relax!!
william c.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2022
Hello and thanks for the nice review! Yes, the apartment is spacious and always clean. Please come back and stay longer. Four days isn’t clearly enough.
Very nice place! Do come and enjoy Hal and his hospitality! We had a lovely time.
HEATHER T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2022
Hello. I’m glad you enjoyed the Palm House
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Valerie Simons & Ron G.
22 June 2017
Beautiful stay!
Hal is the perfect host. We loved the location, the amenities, and particularly the outdoor patio. Not enough time in Rome. Wish we had more days!
Valerie Simons & Ron G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
I'm glad you enjoyed the apartment and I hope to host the both of you again for a much longer visit.
Cheers, Hal
Verified
8/10 Good
Roy G.
10 January 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
the location was perfect because we had our own rental car
we think the whole place needs a upgrade to a proffesional appartment
Roy G.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2023
Hello Roy, the kitchen and bathroom room were upgraded last year. I know you had a problem with the toilet but putting way too much toilet paper in the bowl would make any toilet overflow. Very smart idea on your part to use the toilet plunger. After that, all was fine. I have ordered a new glass shower door to replace the already new glass door since the older one is defective. The reason why the glass door went off it’s hinge is because your wife put to much pressure on opening or closing the self closing doors. An honest and normal mistake. The self closing sliding doors of the shower is too fragile for a vacation rental. Sorry for the inconvenience..
Sincerely, Hal
Second time staying at The Palm House in Rome. We love the quite, peaceful location which is only a short bus/taxi ride from city center. The owner/host Hal is wonderful. Highly recommend this property!
Joe D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
Hello 2nd timer. I just love guests who return and return to the Palm House. It means I'm doing something right! LOL Have a wonderful winter and will see you again next year. Sincerely, Hal
We loved our stay at The Palm House! It’s a beautiful private location with a lovely garden and patio. We could walk right into the Borghese gardens and museum. Easy walk to many landmarks. Hal helped orient us to the neighborhood and left us with maps, bus schedules and restaurant recommendations. Lots of space in the apartment and Hal had many nice extra touches for guests. A great host, highly recommend staying at this property!
deborah h.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
Thanks for the wonderful review. I’m happy that you noticed all the touches I made in the apartment. The apartment is in a convenient position to see all the sites and if you don’t like to walk much, the trams to the Vatican museum and the colosseum drop you off right at their doorway. Thanks for being such great guests. I hope to see you again. Sincerely, Hal
We had a wonderful stay at 9 via Nicolò Porpora. The apartment is lovely and the host, Hal MacMillan, graciously introduced us to the neighborhood. Having the beautiful Giardino Borghese so close and excellent restaurants, especially the Rossini's, made the stay perfect for us. I hope to return! Carol and Paul
Carol B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm truly glad you enjoyed the apartment and its peaceful location near Villa Borghese. It was a pleasure welcoming you, even with the late arrival—I’m always happy to accommodate whenever possible. You’re welcome back anytime, and I hope to host you again soon!
Warm regards,
Raniero
Best apt of our entire 6 weeks in Europe. Great location in an excellent neighbourhood. Hal was a delight to deal with & the beautiful ground floor apt had everything we could need. Also, a delightful private patio right outside the front door. Can't say enough about how wonderful our stay in Rome was. If we make it back to Rome, we wîll definitely stay here again. 😊
Sharon W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm truly glad you enjoyed the apartment and its peaceful location near Villa Borghese. It was a pleasure welcoming you, even with the late arrival—I’m always happy to accommodate whenever possible. You’re welcome back anytime, and I hope to host you again soon!
Warm regards,
Raniero
About the host
Hosted by Raniero Paulucci
Hello, my name is Raniero, the proud owner of Palm House 1. As a marquis with noble origins, I have dedicated my life to the historic Palazzo Paulucci, deeply immersed in the beauty, history, and cultural richness of Rome. I also had the opportunity to study for five years in New York, an experience that broadened my perspective and deepened my appreciation for hospitality, design, and international living.
I'm passionate about sharing my love for this extraordinary city with guests from around the world. With a lifetime of stories rooted in Rome’s ancient streets and vibrant atmosphere, I look forward to making your stay in Palm House 2—a newly renovated, private, and refined apartment—as special and memorable as the Eternal City itself.
Why they chose this property
I chose this property primarily for its exceptional location—ideally positioned near the heart of Rome's antique center, yet neatly tucked away from the hustle and bustle that characterizes such historic areas. For someone familiar with New York City, I often compare it to living on the Upper East Side with Central Park right at your doorstep.
In this distinguished neighborhood, the typical New York brownstones are replaced by stately one-family mansions, many of which now serve as embassies, adding a layer of international prestige and historical charm. Instead of Central Park, we are graced with the expansive and beautiful Villa Borghese park. This sprawling green oasis houses not just lush landscapes but also renowned cultural treasures like the Borghese Museum and a delightful zoo, offering a perfect blend of nature and culture.
The serenity of this area provides a stark contrast to the vibrant energy of the city center. Just a leisurely 25-minute walk across Villa Borghese park can transport you to the bustling antique center, where history and modernity converge. This unique combination of accessibility, tranquility, and rich cultural surroundings makes living here truly special. It's an enclave of peace and elegance right in the midst of Rome’s dynamic rhythm.
What makes this property unique
The standout feature of "Palm House 1" is its unparalleled privacy and tranquility—a rare find in such a central location in Rome. This apartment is uniquely designed to ensure complete seclusion and relaxation. It is perhaps the only unit in the area that offers a fully private experience, with a remote-controlled entrance gate that opens to its own dedicated car park, an enchanting garden, and a beautifully furnished patio exclusively for your use.
Adding to its uniqueness, I reside in the same building. This proximity allows me to provide immediate assistance and ensure that all your needs are promptly met, offering a personalized touch that can often be missing in vacation rentals. Whether you need local recommendations or any help regarding the apartment, I am readily available to ensure your stay is comfortable and hassle-free. This combination of personal attention and private, luxurious living space makes "Palm House 1" truly exceptional in the heart of Rome. The ultimate charm of "Palm House 1" is further enhanced by its private patio, an exclusive retreat perfect for dining al fresco, enjoying aperitifs, or simply relaxing under the Roman sky. This secluded outdoor space allows you to savor meals, drinks, and the delightful Roman atmosphere in complete privacy. Whether you're toasting to a special occasion or unwinding after a day of exploration, the patio offers a serene setting to enjoy the best of Rome without ever leaving the comfort of your home.