Maddalena's place is located very conveniently and close to Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway station. There are many restaurants and cafes and stores nearby. It is also close to many historical sites and scenic spots. Maddalena's friend, Pam, has been very kind and helpful and friendly and offered many tips and suggestions for us to go around Firenze. However, two points need to be considered if you want to stay here. First, there is no AC in the room. Fans are provided in the room and the temperature cools down at night but if the heat in summer is a concern for you, it could be a problem. Secondly, since it is located in the area where bars, cafes, shops are condensed. It means that you might need to consider the noise when you sleep, such as the cars and tourists passing by or the cafes and restaurants closing their shops.
Overall, I think this is a very convenient place and if the above two points are ok with you, definitely it is a good choice.