The perfect place to call home with the absolute best host! I researched air bnbs for weeks and was so grateful when I found Gherardo’s. I’ve stayed in other apartments in Florence and so many of them feel old and dirty, often with very tiny kitchens and bathrooms, but not Gherardo’s. The whole apartment was stunning! Everything feels new and updated, but manages to still feel warm and cozy. Every room is very spacious especially the bedroom, which has beautiful high ceilings and gorgeous windows. Open them up and look outside and you’ll see the gorgeous duomo. I especially loved the blackout curtains, which helped us sleep and adjust to the time change.
The kitchen and bathroom were also large and fully stocked with amenities, such as a washing machine, dishwasher, and hairdryer. There are also plenty of outlets, which might sound silly, but I always appreciate enough outlets to plug in chargers, phones, tablets, etc.
This air bnb is truly in the perfect location. It is right next to one of the most beautiful piazzas in Florence, which hosts a wonderful museum that has a rooftop cafe overlooking the city. It’s one of the lesser known piazzas meaning less tourists, less noise, and more locals so you get a more authentic experience, but you’re also minutes from the duomo and the hustle and bustle of the city. One of the great things about its location is that it’s walking distance to all the major sights in Florence.
This air bnb was absolutely amazing, but even more amazing was having Gherardo as a host. The moment I booked it he reached out to thank us for booking and to ask if we needed anything since we were traveling with our 5 month old baby. He continued to touch base as our trip approached and provided us with helpful information like taxi numbers and directions to the apartment. Once we arrived he even came to pick us up at the airport which was a huge help! Once we were all checked in he took the time to come back when we couldn’t figure out the thermostat. He also filled the apartment will friendly and thoughtful touches like folded bathrobes on the bed, a bottle of red wine on the dining room table, and recommendations for local places to eat.
We stayed for almost two weeks and I wish it could have been longer. The entire trip Gherardo was easy to get a hold of if we had any questions and was always quick to respond. He would also just check in to see if we needed anything. He was a wonderful host who truly cares about his guests and I hope we can stay at his place again one day. You will not regret staying here!