This was our first visit to Italy and it began with a wonderful experience in Florence at Massimo and his wife’s apartment. It is a spacious 1st floor apartment with a lovely shared courtyard where you can hang laundry.
We were traveling from another country in Europe and had difficulty getting a phone card and on WiFi to connect with Massimo about check in. But when we got to Florence and were able to find a phone card he was already waiting at the home because they didn’t want to miss us. Such great service! It was a short walk (maybe 10 minutes...and we had three kids and luggage with us) from train station. Massimo met us on the street and they got us settled.
Although it’s not right in the center if things it is so close and easy to walk anywhere. There is a lovely park with a small playground just a block away. Also there are two cafes in the same building, literally 30 seconds from the apartment, that were wonderful! Cappuccinos, fresh pastries, focaccia etc right at your fingertips! I think they may be closed on the weekend though so keep that in mind.
The apartment decor is a little dated but it has everything you need plus more. Very easy to feel settled and at home!