Elisa is a very charming person welcoming you to her very charming apartment with it's drop-dead view. The only way you could sleep closer to the Duomo would be to sleep on the pavement next to it. The cozy apartment is an easy 12 minute walk from the train station and is itself very comfortable, immaculately clean and stylish with a fully function kitchenette, great bathroom and double pane windows. The latter is quite important, not only for the view of the Duomo, but it keeps out most of the noise from below. We had absolutely no problem with sleeping as the apartment was very quiet at night and the bed comfortable. Imagine laying in bed at night with the lit up Duomo filling your window. It's Florence at its best and the location can't be beat for quick access to the various attractions and museums. It's pretty cool to walk out the building's front door and you're right there in the beating heart of such an amazing city. There's no shortage of restaurants, mini Carrefour markets and a short walk to the Mercarto Centrale food court. We can without hesitation recommend this apartment and will gladly stay here again the next time we are in Florence.