We had an amazing 2 months in Florence at Paolo's apartment. We were collected from the airport by a friend of Paolo who helped with our luggage up to the apartment. The apartment was as described, comfortable, well appointed, clean with some decorations for Christmas. The kitchen is well equipped and was stocked with some food. Paolo was always available by phone or email and gave us advice on where to visit, places to eat and train tickets, he took us in person to get tickets for a football game which was much appreciated. Paolo made us feel very welcome. The apartment is in a fantastic location within walking distance to the main attractions, shops, bus and train stations (20 mins walk to both Stations) but far enough away to be away from the heavy tourist areas. With a local outdoor fruit and vegetable market, loads of coffee shops/pasticcerias, shops right on the doorstep. There is a well stocked supermarket nearby and plenty of places to eat and drink. The apartment is on the third floor and because the building is very old it is a very narrow steep staircase, which wasn't a problem for us. The apartment is on a busy street but traffic noise and people noise was not a problem. Cannot recommend enough, a home away from home!