Really wonderful experience. Apartment is very central, beautifully appointed and and has a wonderful view across the rooftops across the old town. Would recommend not renting a car as ZTL system in all of the old cities in the area is a nightmare - website is only in Italian and if you accidentally drive into one of these zones and don't work out how to pay, you car hire company will pass on the 100 euro plus fine. Very fortunately Claudio helped us out and took the time to personally go to the registration centre for us on the first day to stop us getting this fine. Apartment is less than 10 minute walk from the station so is ideal for exploring the local area (and even Florence and Venice) by train. Bologna is beautiful - very much recommended