We have stayed in Florence many times but never so near the Mercato Centrale (in 15 seconds you can reach). We took about 12-13 mins walk from the train station and upon arrival at the apt did not know which intercomm button to press because Paolo did not mention before hand to look for his surname instead, ha ha.

Apt was on the 2nd floor (no lift) and Paolo explained things to us. He was ultra responsive before and during our stay. Very easy going guy! Apt size was great even for 3 or 4 persons. Sofa bed was huge and comfy. Washing powder, coffee/tea, salt and cooking oil are provided. Bring your own soap/bath lotion for bathing though.

Aircon was strong, too, but only available in the hall/kitchen area. Bedroom has an old ceiling fan so you cannot close the bedroom door in summer as the aircon needed to flow in from the hall. Bed sheets and pillow cases were fresh and clean - great!

Small problems encountered were minor -
1. Window do not have black out curtains
2. Wooden window shutters hard to close to block out noise (common in Central Florence). Rubbush collectors come 4.30-5am and it was quite noisy.
3. Bathroom is way too tiny but its an older building ... So, its quite Understandable.

Grazie di tutto, Paolo, for a great stay!