Look no further for the perfect place to stay during your Florence visit! The location could not be better as it is very very close to everything you will want to see - but on a side street so you are not directly in the middle of all the people. There is grocery, pharmacy, restaurants, and shopping nearby - as well as an English speaking doctor should you need! Gianfranco and his wife were incredible hosts who not only provided complete information about everything in the area - but are willing to help with anything you may need. In our case - I needed a doctor and we needed assistance securing a taxi to the train station when we left. We arrived after a fulfilling, but exhausting, stay in Rome to find a bottle of wine, a washing machine (both appreciated!), and a heartfelt kind welcome. Gianfranco speaks English which was also appreciated. This home was so comfortable and includes a lovely kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and sleeping arrangements for a family of 4 - as well as a very comfortable living room which the two 18-19 year old "kids" enjoyed. It is a complete family home on a residential street and then incredibly - after a 7 minute walk - you find yourself surrounded by the fairytale beauty of Florence. This is a must see location and destination - with the most kind hosts- who live upstairs should you need anything. We utilized a taxi to and from the train station for approximately 15 Euro. This is a great home!