It was my first time staying with a host and also staying outside of the main centre of Florence so I was a little skeptical of not knowing what to expect. However, my experience was totally unexpected and I did not feel like a guest but more like I was staying with a friend….Maria is a blessing and she made me feel so welcome and at home, I had no regrets in staying here and would recommend it to everyone. The apartment is beautiful, full of character and very close to the station and only one stop away from Santa Maria Novella station. The apartment is situated in a quiet place away from the busy center.…Thank you Maria for all your kind hospitality, friendship, laughter and relaxing times I am very grateful to meet you xxxx