We stayed at Riccardo's apartment near Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio on our April vacation to Florence. The location of this apartment is just very convenient. You are 4-5 minutes walk away from Piazza della Signoria. Some of the highlights for us were location and cleanliness. Riccardo is very prompt, helpful and thoughtful host and was always quick to reply to any communication. We did not have mobile coverage in Italy and depended on WhatsApp communication when we could get on Wi-Fi and his prompt communication made this all work. The only few things I would like to mention, there are 3 flights of stairs, so it might not be a location for someone with mobility concerns. Also, the apartment is in a typical busy city location, so the street noise and noise from adjacent apartments are significant.