After a month in Florence at our rental on Costa dei Magnoli we wondered: are there better views in this glorious city? We had spectacular views not only from our balcony but from our bedroom, living room and bathroom as well. Every day we were amazed by the light and vistas, which changed daily. The apartment is not elegant, as our host Lorenzo has had to accommodate to the quirks of being on the top floor (renter beware: this is not only up a steep climb in the Oltrarno neighborhood but another 5 steep flights to the apartment). For example, to get into bed you have to "duck" so as not to bump your head. But any accommodations needed are so worth it. The kitchen is small, but there is an easy-to-use washer with a rack for drying on the lovely balcony. Another wonderful advantage of the location is that in a short walk you are at the Villa Bardini with its exceptional gardens, as well an easy walk to the Fortezza Belvedere, with vistas over the city even better than from the most popular Piazzale Michelangelo. We would find it hard to imagine a better-located apartment in Florence for vistas over the gorgeous city and access to the city's many attractions. Our host Lorenzo could not have been more accommodating. Whenever we needed advise on an historic sight, or for phoning a taxi, Lorenzo was there. Within what seemed like seconds, he always responded to our queries. He is the perfect host you'd want for a rental! For a true "Room with a View" you can't do better than #4 Costa dei Magnoli. Thank you, Lorenzo for a wonderful month.