Mariam,Doli and their daughter Leila are the best hosts imaginable!
I stayed with them from 18th August with my 15 year old grandson and they could not have been kinder, more helpful, friendlier etc.,etc.,etc. They were more like friends and family than hosts, it was a pleasure to stay in their home,absolutely nothing seemed to be any trouble to them.
The accommodation is very spacious and well appointed with plenty of hanging space for clothes. The king size bed in the main room is very comfy and my grandson loved the mezzanine room! There is air-conditioning which was very welcome too! There's a spacious bathroom with plenty of towels etc and everywhere is very clean. The balcony overlooking the wonderful Firenze roofs, La Salvia church and the distant hills is a welcome haven of peace to sit after a hectic day of sight-seeing.....the whole experience was a delight. The Continental breakfast is served in their own kitchen and was more than adequate ..... we will return!
If you arrive in Firenze on the airport bus to the Santa Maria Novella Station there is a kiosk in front of the station main entrance which sells bus tickets. You can buy 12 tickets for the price of 10 and the cost is very reasonable but you can also buy individual tickets on the bus. Then take the crossing over the road in front of the station and the bus stop is practically on the crossing, just to the right. Take either the 6A or 6B (there is an overhead display at the bus stop giving the next bus arrival time.....very helpful). Alight at Lungo D'Africa ( it's about 8 - 10 stops I think but most of the buses display the next stop overhead so it's easy to follow your journey. You cross over a rail bridge just before the stop). When off the bus you will see the road Via Fratelli Dandolo just to your left......you are there at the start of a very welcoming stay. Mariam's house is on the right hand side of the road near the bottom. You will be welcomed with a glass of wine and a smile! Enjoy your holiday!!