Alda gave us a very warm welcome, inviting us into her home to sit while the apartment was being cleaned, (we were a bit early). She gave us maps, suggested where to shop and where to eat, and told us the places we should really try and see in our three day stay. The apartment was very clean with a great view and we could hear the bells of Florence throughout the day. We walked to all of the major sites and the station was just around the corner when it was time for us to leave Florence. It was very warm upstairs in the bedroom but Alda was having an air conditioner installed in the bedroom the day that we left. Alda's apartment is on the third floor but there is a lift so that is not a problem. I would recommend Alda's apartment for your stay in Florence.