We have just recently ended a wonderful ten week stay in Irene’s Bologna apartment. The apartment is quite spacious, comfy, and very nicely appointed, including the kitchen. Being on the top floor, it is very light-filled. And having an outdoor deck, with a nice awning and potted plants was wonderful. We ate many meals on the deck enjoying looking over the Bologna rooftops and listening to the ringing of the nearby church bells. The location was perfect for us, in a neighborhood away from the main tourist areas, but still very close to the attractions of the city center and to Giardini Margherita, the city park where we often walked. The location allowed us to walk most everywhere we wanted to go in Bologna, but close by buses and taxis were also available as needed. Groceries, delis, bakeries, gelato shops, meat and fish markets, are all nearby, as well as plenty of restaurants to choose from. As mentioned in other reviews, the apartment is four flights up with no elevator. So it is not a good option for anyone with difficulty climbing stairs. We also experienced some power outages in the building, which required us to limit our use of the oven. But no problems with other appliances, so we were able to fix all our meals using the stove top and microwave. And having a clothes washer was perfect for our long stay. So thank you, Irene and Piera (Irene’s mom who took good care of us) for a wonderful stay in Bologna. We very much hope to visit you and your lovely city again, and would highly recommend the apartment to our friends, family, and others.