Paola is a fantastic host - she gave prompt answers to all the emails, and she has great advice and tips about Florence. We had a great chat when we arrived - it's someone you can invite to dinner and have a great time chatting. The place is perfect (we looooved the kitchen!) and walking distance from the historic center. The house could have a bit more privacy between rooms (no doors) and blackout curtains on windows. But the house is so perfect this way that could be a pity to have curtains or doors. If we would recommend it to friends? yes, for sure. If you like architecture and decoration, this is the place to stay.