We stayed in Katia's apartment in Florence in late August. When we arrived at the apartment Katia's colleague Cristina was waiting for us. She was very friendly and helpful and showed us through the apartment. The view from the balcony is absolutely ridiculous - way better than I expected. The apartment itself is nicely furnished, very comfortable and surprisingly quiet considering it's location. At night we would sit and have a drink on the balcony at the end of a long day and it was very peaceful. In the apartment when you are sleeping you wont hear a thing. The apartment is positioned very well close to everything. I absolutely loved Florence and Katia's apartment made it even better. Five stars.