Gabriele is an educated man and a gentleman man as well as a gracious host. He offered interesting information about the places we visited and Florence in general. The guestroom has a beautiful view of Florence, and the patio where he grows vegetables and herbs was a lovely place for morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. The location is practically adjacent to the grand Boboli Garden and the Pitti Palace, but unlike the touristy center of Florence it is a safe, quiet neighborhood with lovely little shops and little traffic. The Duomo is a twenty minute walk, the Ufizzi and Piazza Vecchio are 15 minutes on foot across the Ponta Veccio. On the walk from Gabrielle's to the city center you pass some of the best shops with a range of prices from bargains to high end. Should note that bathroom is not directly adjacent to bedroom, just across hall, but this was no problem for Gabriele was absolutely respectful of our privacy. This was a perfect place to stay in Florence.