Elena and Philip were extraordinary hosts. They made my week-long stay in Italy one to remember for a lifetime. I greatly enjoyed conversations around breakfast, learning bits and pieces of Italian culture and getting helpful tips and advice on transportation, things to see and do. One time when I was late to an appointment, Elena even kindly drove me through town on her motor-scooter. I enjoyed that ride greatly through the busy streets of Milano! Both Elena and Philip teach English as well as Italian and so it makes it easy to communicate, and also pick up some helpful Italian phrases while in-country. I highly recommend their place as you will not regret it. The flat is clean, easily situated near major methods of transportation, in a quiet neighborhood and close to restaurants, shopping and a delightful park where on the weekends you can see Italian families enjoying themselves as you stroll through it down to the beautiful fountain. It is not far from Linate airport - maybe 10 minutes by taxi (12-17 euro, depending on luggage) and just a few minutes from the major sites in Milano via bus and/or subway. Perfect!