We just stayed at Elisa's apartment in the Oltrarno neighbourhood and can't recommend it highly enough! The location is SUPERB - right across the Arno from Florence's many art galleries and famous sites, yet in a neighbourhood filled with modern, cool restaurants and boutiques. The cafes and gardens are also wonderful in this part of town. Elisa was a wonderful host - we arrived 15 minutes ahead of schedule and she was already there, welcoming us warmly. The apartment was clean and in lovely condition, and was a wonderful place to call home during our five days in Florence. We can't say enough good things.