Michele's place was perfect and more than big enough for our group of 8! The open courtyard in the middle of the penthouse was so unique and a delight for the great April weather. Communication was top notch and the location was walkable to the Duomo, Pitti Palace, and the Accademia. The apartment is very central and Florence is a popular city, so there's a bit of noise at night (to be expected) but not too much that it can't be drowned out with a white noise app on your phone. Even with 4 flights of stairs, the 60+ year olds in our group had no problem. The stairs are wide and short enough where it's not hard on your knees like other steeper staircases in Europe. We HIGHLY recommend the cooking class with Chef Michele. Chef Michele cooking for us was one of the big highlights of our trip and really made everything so special. For a large group like us, Michele's place was perfect, unique, and unforgettable.