Paolo's place was more than anything we could want. Very tastefully furbished and decorated, clean to perfection, everything you could ever need in the kitchen including very good coffee and coffee maker to match, nice cozy terrace where you can enjoy your coffee in silence.
The location is just right. Not surrounded by tourists but I never needed a taxi or bus to get to the center or any major landmarks. And the time I did want to take a bus to get outside of town, it was very close by. The train station is about 20-30 minutes away on foot, depending on your speed.
Paolo himself was very kind and helpful and flexible with our check-in even though we were almost an hour late and the suggestions he left us for places to eat and drink showed that he really does know his city.
I would recommend the place to anyone wishing to spend a very nice holiday or city break in florence and will for sure look for it the next time I go there.