Pasquale, was nice. He was not very fast with communication but resolved all minor issues quickly. The studio apt is nice but looks much bigger and brighter in the pics. The pics are not current, so it threw us until we figured out the walls and some furniture were different. It was clean and everything worked as should. Kitchen was easy enough for us to cook meals as there is a grocery store 1.5 blocks away. If you are from US, there are no screens in the windows and the mosquitos are vicious. Welt size bits so bring repellant. The kitchen separates the bathroom and that was a nice feature considering its a small studio. Its on the 2nd floor and there is a tiny lift or stairs. Multiple security doors when you enter and exit the property = safe! Not enough hot water for back2back showers. Small TV has lots of Italian channel and Pasquale is even kind enough to leave a laptop there for you to use. There are tons of maps, tours, tips, and guides in the studio. Plenty of towels and all the basic necessities you would expect to find. Same in the kitchen, perfectly equipped to get by. I think I read somewhere, that someone mentioned church bells..... ok well they are right over your F-in head and go off randomly over the weekend and at least once a day. We were fortunate enough to hear what sounded like "practice" for over 7 minutes. The location is amazing, but be prepared for the 1 hour train or bus or taxi to the apt. (we took train there, cost 12 euro each to Milan Centrale then transfer to M1 Line to San Babila, cost 1.50 euro each and back we took bus approx.1hr and only 8 euro each) (Oh,buy24or48hrticketsnot1.50singletickets,theyexpireevery 90minutesafter firstuse.)Now, once there its fantastic for shopping, getting on the M1 Line(San Babila) which takes you to Centrale in like 16 mins. and Duomo in 5 mins. This subway is probably 300 ft away. The Bus and Tram all steps away. Duomo is an easy 10 min walk. You pass every high end brand you can think of. Tons of tourist eateries if that's your thing. Oh, almost forgot the bed is small as its a pull out couch, we think, that's what it felt like and but we never tried to fold it, oh and I would not want to be the one that had to sleep on the fold up chair/bed, ouch. Its a good spot that feels like a corporate rental but that's not a bad thing. All in all, location is terrific, the city is easy to walk and enjoy, you have tons of transportation options right out side, safe neighborhood, kind host, friendly neighbors, I would stay there again if I went back tomorrow. Pasquale, thanks for allowing us the privilege of staying in your home and explore Italy. We had a wonderful time and it was great meeting you.