We had a wonderful stay at Davide's studio apartment near Ponte Vecchio. Davide was very accommodating despite our communication snafus and late arrival - he went above and beyond by making a second trip into the city for our check-in. We got a tour of all the appliances, a map with expert 'must-see' recommendations (Davide is a native Florentine), and even fresh moka from the Bialetti pot.

The location is primo, mere footsteps from Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi, and a Conad (supermarket). Couldn't be better. We walked there from the train station, about 20 minutes or so. Consider a taxi if you have luggage or if the weather is hot or rainy. The piazza is bustling at daytime, but surprisingly quiet during sleeping hours. The bed is a fold-out sofa, which we found comfortable.

You will have to climb several flights of stairs, so don't pack too heavily. The decor is warm and inviting. There is a small fridge for groceries and a microwave for heating restaurant take-away. The showers are nice and hot, but due to its size I inadvertently turned off the water a few times when moving around. The snacks are a great pick-me-up, and the bookshelf is stocked with tour guides. Terrific stay, would totally do again and highly recommend.