It is true. Everything is new and in pristine condition. There is A/c in every room including the kitchen. The bathrooms have a shower and a Jacuzzi. The location is great. 10 minute walk to the Duomo and there is plenty of shopping right outside of the door. It is very quiet however, because it's on a side street from the main street. Cristiana is a super responsive host. She answered all my questions promptly. We (a group of five) thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.