There are several outstanding reasons why you should rent this apartment. Its location on the end of the famous Ponte Vecchio truly can't be beat. You are literally within steps/minutes of everything Firenze has to offer on both sides of the Arno River. The view out of the living room and bedroom windows is astounding: a real photo opportunity, with the Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio looking close enough to touch. The water pressure in the shower is the best I've experienced in any apartment I've rented over the years in this city, and the hot water lasts the length of your shower. The building has an elevator that is always working, and a doorman/concierge who is very friendly and helpful. I never experienced any problem with outside noise, which was a surprise, because this city can be very noisy late at night and in the early morning, when the vendors pull their carts along the cobblestones. The apartment itself is owned by an old historic Florentine family whose members include former Popes. If you're into history as I am, this is a huge plus.

Unfortunately, the apartment is showing its age, and is in dire need of renovation. Luca and his property management colleagues are friendly gentlemen who respond quickly to requests. For example, I cooked a full Thanksgiving feast, and when I didn't have a roaster large enough to fit the turkey, Luca bought a new casserole dish for me. The partners acknowledge that the apartment needs to be closed up for a month and completely renovated. When the work is complete, they will have an incredible apartment in a prime location, and then you should definitely rent it.