I've traveled extensively over the past two years, and have stayed in numerous Airbnb's. It is my 2nd stay with Maria Teresa. Simply, her flat is my favorite Airbnb and Maria Teresa is my favorite host.

First, the location is incredible. The location of the flat is right at the heart of Milan where locals actually live. It is immediately across the Metro. It is a short walk to the Central Train station and the Duomo. You can easily take the Airport express train right onto your doorsteps.

Second, the flat is itself is beautifully designed. It is efficient. It functions. And it is comfortable. Little details were not overlooked: there's a secure safe, wifi is fast, Nespresso, plush towels. The flat also has these solid steel shutters that block out the light and the noise.

Finally and most importantly, Maria Teresa and her husband, Nicola, are just wonderful human beings. Maria Teresa is just absolutely on the ball. Every detail matters to her. She is always warm, funny and truly loves welcoming people into her home/city/country. And, her restaurant recommendations are legit and constantly updated.

I will also publicly apologize to Maria Teresa. I screwed up twice. Once, I lock myself out of the apartment. The other time I jammed the safe. Both times, Maria Teresa laughed through my foibles, quickly dropped everything to help me. It's not lost on me that I disrupted her day. However, she was just chill.

All these little awesomeness add up to my summary: Maria Teresa is an incredible host who I now consider a friend. And, I consider her flat as my little own pied-á-terre. You won't regret staying at her beautiful flat.