I had always rented entire properties on AirBnB. This was my first time renting a private room in a shared home. I was really pleased to know that all the positive reviews were true, when I arrived to Alice's home. She was kind enough to give me a late-night welcome when my flight to Florence arrived at almost midnight. That same night, she gave me local recommendations of the best places to eat and visit.
Alice put my name on the bedroom door, which was a nice touch to make me feel part of her home. The room was very clean, and the bed was comfortable. The room has a big window that faces the street, which can at times be a bit noisy (but nothing to worry about). The shared bathrooms were also very clean all the time.
Alice provided me with a set of keys to my room and to the house, which gave me the freedom to walk in and out of the house to my liking. The house is located in a nice, safe neighborhood, and has a great location: walking distance from Florence city center, cafés, SMN train station and all major attractions. I really loved staying there because it made me feel like a local.
I would recommend this 100% to everyone, and especially to females traveling solo and to people who are a bit scared to rent a private bedroom. Alice's place has 3 other bedrooms which she also rents, which I think will help to make you feel like you're not the only "stranger" in the owner's home.