You are truly staying in the heart of Florence when you stay here. I cannot rave enough about this place. Marie had her son meet us and open the apartment. Then she stopped by as soon as she could. She is so delightful and an immense help in getting your bearings of the city and recommending places to visit and eat at. She is an interesting person to talk to and genuinely seems to want to help anyone with their thousands of questions. she is multi-talented and her apartment reflects her designer style. I honestly do not feel we will ever stay in another house as nice as this. It is decorated beautifully and has every amenity needed. The pictures don't reflect the true beauty and charming aspects here. We loved eating dinner at the apartment one night and just having the windows opened wide and enjoying the garden view. She is centrally located, within walking distance to everything. We only rate by stars for Air B & B, but this truly deserves 6 stars out of 5. Thank you Marie for a beautiful memory we will have from Florence. P.S. I would recommend this place over anyone choosing to stay at a hotel.