Location, location, location. This has it and a broad view across the Arno and of the east side of the Ponte Vecchio. You can see the cross of the Duomo and the top of Palazzo Vecchio. Florence is very walkable and this location makes it especially easy. Besides everything to see & experience, it only took me a max of 15 minutes to get to the train station. If you have time, take day trips to Lucca, Pisa, and Siena.
I found a # of favorite places for coffee, eating, and drinking in the Santo Spirito area that I would be a regular at if I lived in Florence. All take less than 5 minutes via a scenic walk through narrow streets.
Alberto is quick to respond and although we never met (his nice daughter checked me in), he seems like someone I would like to meet.
Two things I will miss about the space. First, the bed. Very comfortable with quality linens and I enjoyed opening the drapes in the morning and then getting back in bed for a view of Florence. Second, for one of the best places for an evening glass of wine, etc., Open the huge windows and pull up one of the bar height chairs from the kitchen. Nice.
Also, if strong water pressure is important to you, this shower has great water pressure and hot water is close to instant.