Maria's place is a very recently renovated monolocale (studio apartment). It is in a very convenient location between Bologna Centrale and the city center. It is close to the University area and so the general neighborhood is not particularly elegant, but once inside the very secure portone, all concerns evaporate. There is a CONAD supermarket just down the street for your grocery needs.
The apartment itself is moderate size for a studio, but is laid out in a very thoughtful manner and has everything you might need for making breakfast or cooking small meals. I was impressed by the care with which the place is outfitted. It's suitable for a couple, or perhaps a couple with a child as there is a sofa that may convert to a bed. The heating control seemed to be binary in nature, making it quite hot if left on continuously. We didn't need it much despite nighttime temperatures in the low 30's, so the insulation must be good. The apartment has an air conditioning unit that we didn't use. There is, however, currently no Wifi service.
The apartment is on the 2nd floor (European). The staircast is a bit steeper than average (no elevator).
I told Maria in advance of our arrival time. And she was waiting in the apartment when we got there. She was most hospitable.