Where to begin about this room, this apartment, and these hosts! Manuela and her husband were so friendly, warm, and welcoming. They will accomodate anything you need - if you are an outgoing traveler you will be welcomed for an afternoon coffee, or even breakfast with Manuela to chat about your trip and life, if you are more independant Manuela is more than happy to leave you to do whatever you need. Either way you can come and go as you please.

This apartment is as central as you can get. a 15 minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, 10 minutes to the statue of David, 10 minutes to Ponte Vecchio, and 30 seconds to the Duomo (and those times are being generous). The terrace is a MUST see with views of all the major sites. It is magical! The room itself has vaulted ceilings with paint designs from the 14th century, lots of space for 2, and bonus - private bathroom down the hall. It is on the top floor but second bonus - there is a lift! With a laundromat less than 2 blocks away, restaurants and stores at your doorstep, there is nothing else you could need here.

To make a long review short...if you are coming to Florence and Manuela's place is available, count yourself lucky. Do not hesistate to stay here!