Our 5 night stay in Florence was truly an idyllic experience. The apartment is small but beautifully decorated with prints from many prominent artists and antique furniture. The apartment is excellently situated, very close to all the attractions and conveniences such as a supermarket and various laundromats. We walked everywhere and did not take public transport once, since everything was so close.

As described by other reviewers, Fernando and his wife are consumate hosts, welcoming us into their home with a bottle of organic wine made by Fernando himself. Upstairs in our flat, they had left us water, fruits and cheeses to get us settled.

The only thing to note is that it is located in a building built in the 1700s so there is no lift, so pack light! And as it is a heritage building, airconditioning is not available so it can get muggy during the warmer months. Fernando provided us with an extra fan which helped greatly with this. Also, if you are a larger than average person, you may find the shower on the small side. My husband is 6ft and the ceiling was just above his head.

However, if you are prepared for these things, please don't let them detract you from staying here. It is a beautiful city and the apartment is perfect for a short stay for up to 2 people.