Giulio was patiently waiting for us as we arrived from the train station. He greeted us at the door and was extremely friendly and helpful. He laid out a map of Bologna for us explaining the best places to see, eat, drink, etc. His loft was beautiful as well. It was just as described and pictured. The large bed upstairs, full kitchen, spacious living room, and sizable bathroom provided plenty of room for an extremely comfortable stay. It was our favorite place we stayed in all of Italy. The location is perfect as well, only a five minute walk at most from the city center. If we ever return to Bologna we know exactly where we will stay again. Giulio's hospitality and helpfulness was more than we could have ever hoped for in our stay!