Due to a very unfortunate incident - most of our luggage was stolen from a car in Rome - we were not able to get to Florence to check out the Dante and Beatrice apartment. However, Barbara was an excellent hostess throughout our ordeal and made us feel exceptionally welcome from a distance as we corresponded. She was exceptionally flexible and accommodating. I am just sorry we did not have a chance to meet and enjoy her hospitality in person. I look forward to returning and hopefully staying at the apartment in the future.