Luca's place was great - the room was huge, the flat as a whole was very comfortable, and his dog (Kuma) was adorable and well behaved. It's a little out of the centre of the city, so you'll need to negotiate buses/trains to get where the action is, but it's also far more peaceful and quiet late at night when you're trying to sleep! Overall, I'd definitely recommend this place to fellow travellers.
Thanks for your hospitality, Luca : )