We stayed at Francesca's apartment while visiting our son. We loved the location, and only needed to rent a car while traveling outside of Florence. We found the area very walk-able or an easy taxi ride if needed. Apartment was very clean & comfortable, with an updated bathroom & kitchen, and well stocked with everything you need to start with (even lists of restaurant recommendations, maps & area info). If you'll be there for a bit like us (10 nights), you'll want to bring your own shampoo & soap, and will need to replenish some paper goods, which you can easily pickup while there. The only negative was some construction noise happening in the building while we were there, which Francesca told us of upon arrival. Francesca was a great hostess, even contacted me after our stay to see if we had left a few items behind (which we did) and offered to mail to us if needed. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay, LOVED Florence, and highly recommend this apartment if you wish to stay near the city center, but not right in it!! Thank you Francesca!!