Having spent around a week in Florence, my girlfriend and I absolutely recommend a stay at Lorenzo's apartment and we can boil down our review to three key factors:
1. Cleanliness
2. Comfort
3. Proximity to landmarks, shops and eateries
To elaborate on the above, in terms of cleanliness: not only was the apartment spotless and pleasantly fragrant when we arrived, but it was well stocked with cleaning equipment, towels and everything else a guest can expect. The only thing lacking was a kettle, but water could be boiled on the stove and there was a moka pot at the ready which could be used to brew coffee with ease.
Once we were settled in and had enjoyed a shower after our trip from the airport we decided to relax in the apartment. There was excellent air conditioning in the apartment meaning that the temperature in the room could be kept at a comfortable level throughout and we were able to simply kick back and enjoy our mornings and evenings, before and after exploring the city. The kitchen and bathroom were also well-equipped. The cosy flat also has a wide window which allows for a fresh airflow into the room and a number of small, homely touches such as a little plant on the kitchen table, tidy bookshelves occupied by a few important historical works and a lovely red-tiled flooring which was easy to clean and added to the Italian-vibe.
The comfort of our stay was amplified by the apartment's proximity to almost everything which we had planned to visit. The Giardino di Boboli and Palazzo Pitti were just a few minutes down the road, while the Uffizi Gallery was a short trip across the Ponte Vecchio. Brunelleschi's Dome and Giotto's Bell Tower, meanwhile, were roughly 15-20 minutes away on foot. Putting the landmarks aside, the place is also surrounded with excellent restaurants, convenience stores and gelato vendors. We particularly enjoyed the pasta at Tamero and the pizza at Gusta's Pizza.
To bring this review to a close, we loved our stay and were sad to say goodbye after a week spent roaming around Florence. However, we certainly anticipate coming back again at some point in the future.