We were so pleased to be able to stay at Jacopo's lovely, stylish apartment in Florence this spring. The apartment had been recently renovated (beautiful kitchen and bathrooms) and we loved having two separate bedrooms and bathrooms - perfect for my husband and I to share with my mother-in-law. Having Jacopo - a gracious host - live downstairs was very reassuring in case we had questions.

The location is terrific - about a five minute walk across the Arno from the city centre into a quiet, regular Florentine neighbourhood that feels miles away from the tourists. There's a bar right on the corner (with a very helpful proprietor when you're looking to call a taxi), restaurants, a pharmacy and grocery store nearby, and you are only a couple of blocks away from Palazzo Pitti and Piazza Santo Spirito, with its own daily market. All in all, a great spot for exploring one of the most beautiful cities in the world.