Michelle’s flat is absolutely gorgeous—warm and artsy, just as described. I felt immediately at home. Michelle was a very accommodating host and very helpful when needed. Check in was easy and he offered to let me store my bags while waiting for the cleaner to prepare the flat.
The area is interesting and close to everything. There is an excellent cafe around the corner as well as a local market that is much more interesting than the touristy one near the Duomo. There is a school of fashion design nearby and I discovered a lot of little shops selling clothes and jewelry made by the students. The farthest I walked to anything was 10 minutes. Perfect location.
I recommend this airbnb to anyone with 1) good knees and 2) anyone who doesn’t not have to work online. I am in pretty good shape but I found the 3 flights of stairs followed by four levels within the flat too hard on my knees! I was surprised how much pain I was in after two days of walking up and down, especially from the bedroom to the bathroom. Also, the WiFi is intermittent in the area due to the 16th century architecture, so this is not a place to stay if you have urgent business to do while in Florence. This is, however, a very romantic and cozy apartment with a very comfortable bed and couch. I slept like a baby. The view from the balcony is beautiful and a quiet place to have your coffee in the morning. It is the perfect place for most visitors to this city.
I will be recommending this place to my friends!