Firstly Andrea was a perfect host.
He kept in touch as much or little as you prefer - giving advice and updates.
He even kindly took us to Milan central station with our luggage on our last day!
(He gave us advise where we could leave out luggage at the station as our flight home was late Monday evening - it cost us 21 euro for 3 items over 4 hours which meant we could explore a bit more until we left. )
Secondly the apartment inside is modern, clean and really well kept and with the amenities you should need. It was ideal for our long weekend away.
THE APARTMENT
We didn't actually use much the kitchen (apart from the coffee machine ) as being in Italy we preferred to eat out because there is so much to enjoy but should you want to cook and use the kitchen you have the option.
The bed was super comfy, there’s lots of wardrobe space, hangers, the bath is quite compact sized but we used the shower anyway, (Only thing I would mention is the shower didn't have a hook, so you have to hold it whilst you shower - but it really wasn't a problem)
There was a iron , TV, sound bar, hairdryer, shampoos, cotton wool's etc so there is literately everything you should need!
To be honest though we weren't spending much time in the apartment apart from sleeping .
Although just to mention the walls were quite thin and you could sometimes hear the neighbours/locals. However we didn't find it a problem at all.
THE LOCATION:
The place albeit not right in central Milan it is a great location!
From outside the apartment you can jump on the bus to the metro station in a couple of minutes ( we actually we preferred to walk and it took approx. 6/ 7 minutes ) and seemed perfectly safe. (we did it at night also)
Once on the Metro we could quickly be in at the Duomo (4 stops away), The Sforzesco Castello (a couple more stops- I can’t remember exactly) and downtown Milan within minutes.
The Metro/bus/trams were cheap and easy to use (It was 1.50 euros for a ticket valid for 90 minutes or 4.50 euros day rate and operated til 12.30 at night - there is also a night bus after this but personally didn't use it)
We tried to fit in a lot during our stay and everything was perfectly manageable from our location.
We were lucky with the weather and did lots of walking and site-seeing.
There is a 24 hours supermarket 5 mins away from the apartment.
Also you can get the train to/from Malpensa - central station in approx. 1 hour for 13 euro which was ideal for us.
THINGS TO DO :
On our first evening we stayed local and found a great little place on the right on the way to the Metro - it was a little local Restaurant.
I can't remember the name but it had like an outside covered area or the option to sit inside. This was a great find as the staff were lovely, the food was delicious and amazing value for money. (We had a starter each, main, side, after dinner Limoncello, a beer, coke and a bottle of wine for under 30 euros!!! )
We also found a great little coffee shop right opposite the metro station.
As I say the Duomo was only 4 stops away on the metro and this is well worth a visit.
For 3 euros you can visit this amazing cathedral and for an extra 10 euros you can get a pass that is valid for 3 days for the museum and rooftop.
Also if you don't speak Italian download the free app which is interactive as you walk around giving info about all areas.
Around the Duomo Piazza you also have the first ever shopping centre and lots of bars and restaurants.
There are plenty of places to try but we especially liked the Hyatt for some great cocktails, Gino's Restaurants and the Aperol rooftop bar/nightclub.
The Sforzesco Castello
This is a great visit and we wandered around and enjoyed the sunshine and gardens.
Stopped for a drink in the park and found some awesome street food !
Naviglio Canals
Go for aperetivo and the sunset!
You'll find lots of quirky music places and vintage shops around this area.
And cool outside bars for Appertivo whilst seeing the beautiful sunset.
We went to the Manhattan bar amongst a few others but this was our favourite and was busy also for with the locals.
Between 6 - 10pm you can get a cocktail/any drink with unlimited buffet for 11 euros!
(you then just pay for drinks after this.)
All in all I had a wonderful few days away in Milan- its a great city and plenty to experience.

I couldn’t fault anything with the apartment and Andrea was honestly a wonderful host :-)