We had a great stay at the apartment. It was exactly what we wanted. The climb up the stairs was not bad at all and rewarded us with a beautiful view of a typically Italian courtyard. We also had an option of using a communal tarace, which was lovely for breakfast over cups of tea and coffee provided by the hosts. The location was excellent as well, allowing us to walk into the historic centre of Milan but also explore the slightly different side of the city. Porta Venezia offers an eclectic mixture of cultures, with sisha bars next to sushi restaurants and more typically Italian locales. Definitely recommended, especially given the price!