Federico was super, and is the best host (by a long shot) that I have had. He met us at the door, allowing for our tourist-like inability to find the place on time. He showed us to the apartment, and gave us maps, and suggestions. He even booked a table for us at a friend's restaurant (super bisteca alla fiorentina and service wonderful) when I asked for his recommendations. The apartment is perfect, and was far better than I imagined it could be. The views are as pictured. The location is a hop skip and a jump from the river, between the Ponte di Santa Trinita and the Ponte Vecchio.
Federico and his apartment are the best of Italian hospitality. Thank you Federico.