We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Communication with Alberto was excellent and he happily provided great tips to questions we had.
You are staying in his apartment – not a sterile/impersonal lodging that is essentially a private hotel. It was nice to stay in a more residential neighborhood near the heart of the city. You get a feel for how the ‘locals’ live. He mentions that it is very conveniently located on the tram line. That is quite true – it also means the tram goes by and you will hear it as a background sound. This was not an issue for us at all, but those with issues falling asleep, or light sleepers in the morning might wish to bring earplugs … better yet, get up early and go see the Duomo before the crowds arrive! Piazza San Babila is a 12-minute walk away (west of the apartment) … that’s all the shopping you can imagine (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele) and your gateway to the Piazza del Duomo.
The terrace is simple, but very nice. A great spot to enjoy a coffee and croissant in the morning (I’d suggest the Loste Café, just around the corner!). The grocery store across the road is excellent and there are many restaurants around the apartment if you are tired of the busy side of Milan.
Grazie Mille Alberto