First off, Ascanio is an amazing host! He was so quick to respond to all of my questions and made so many suggestions of where to eat, go and shop. Secondly, the apartment is beautiful, even better than the pictures. This is a real family home, lovingly designed and decorated by Ascanio. Tucked back into a courtyard, it is quiet and provides an oasis in the middle of Milan. There is a sweet terrace off the kitchen where we had coffee every morning. Some mornings we heard the church bells. The kitchen is very well equipped and the knives are sharp. Our two boys took great joy in playing with all the children’s toys and looking at all the cool objects in the apartment. We really felt so at home and would definitely rent it again!