Just off Via Veneto - the glamorous, but fading, heart of La Dolce Vita - Meadowlark has a welcoming structure with a few nice, unique touches, like the arched window frames. There’s also a small balcony, and while it can get a little noisy from the traffic below, it’s still a lovely spot for breakfast. As a whole, it needs a bit of love - the kitchen in particular, and a few of the carpets are a bit dusty - but there’s enough quality in all the fittings that we can look past that and appreciate Meadowlark for what it is.

Home truths:
*The kitchen is big but it's not in the best shape - the water pressure is a bit weak and the stoves were a little tired
*The smaller bathroom doesn't have any windows
*There's a busy street outside so get ready for a bit of traffic noise during the day
*Guests 5 and 6 will be on a sofa bed in the living room