Run, don't walk to rent this apartment if you're planning to stay in Florence! I did a lot of research on places and locations to stay, and read all the positive reviews for Cecilia's apartment, but nothing could have prepared me for the amazing stay we had! First of all, the location of the apartment is so convenient - we walked 12 minutes from the train station and all the major sites, museums and places to visit in the center of Florence are within easy walking distance. But what's the major benefit of this location is that it's on Oltrarno, across the Carraia bridge from the central Florence, but immediately after the bridge. The area around the apartment is full of amazing restaurants and caffes and was just pleasure to walk around and relax after a full day of sightseeing all the touristy attractions. The restaurants are where the locals eat and we had some amazing meals.
Cecilia's mother, Laura, met us at the apartment and allowed us to check in early since the apartment was ready. The apartment is spotless, super clean, beautifully decorated. It is thoughtfully decorated with many beautiful touches and artwork - the frescos on the wall of the kitchen and living room make you feel that you're leaving in a museum. There are many books, brochures, tourists guides in different languages provided to plan your stay in Florence. The kitchen is fully equipped, whether you want to make a full mean or just make coffee for breakfast with amazing pastries from the bakery right across the street. Cecilia left a fridge stocked with milk, juice, water, yogurt and other essentials for us, as well as a basket of sweet treats. Our family of 5 had plenty of room to spread out, and we loved having bedrooms on a different floor than the kitchen/living room. Both bathrooms are spotless and spacious, fully equipped with many towels and toiletries, hair dryers, etc.
Bedding is very clean, plush and comfortable and there are extra pillows and blankets if you need.
The best part of the stay for the wam hospitality of Cecilia's mother Laura - she made sure we were comfortable, well-taken care of and had anything we needed. This is the only place I'd stay when we come back to Florence again!
Thank you!