Franceso's home was lovely. It is beautifully decorated and well-appointed for a week's visit. We loved being so close to all the sites but in a quieter section across the Arno. There are excellent restaurants in the blocks around the flat and near Santo Spirito. You should be prepared to hear noise from the local places until midnight, but things quiet down quickly after that. The air conditioner does a nice job cooling the space, which is important given the very, very hot summer Florence is having, but it cannot handle the humidity so be prepared for a little dampness. Francesco was always quick to communicate when we had a problem or to offer suggestions. As other reviewers suggest the bed on the first floor is a bit hard, but the second-floor bed was not. The apartment is very spacious!