Monica is a lovely person and deserves the title of super-host! She gave us the full insider scoop of Florence on our arrival and is obviously very passionate about the city, deservedly so.
The Petite Studio offers the perfect accommodations at which to stay while you enjoy the sites of Florence. There is quiet A/C, the bathroom is decent sized, and the bed is comfortable. The whole place has a modern clean aesthetic and has all you need, but nothing more which keeps the cost reasonable. The location is fabulous as you are very close to the Duomo and just a quick walk to endless shops, restaurants, and cafes. We went in July so it was very touristy in this part of town, but that just made us feel all the safer walking back to our place late at night. Plus, there was lots of good people watching!
Things like the Michaelangelo Piazza and some of the museums across the river are also accessible by foot, but be prepared to walk about 30 minutes to get there. I still think the side of town with the Petite Studio is the best place to stay.
5/5 I would highly recommend staying here and letting Monica teach you a little about this most historic city! Ciao!
Note: If you decide you want to rent a scooter, you must use MelaVespo! An incredible daily rate for a quality Vespa model, and some of the best customer service I have received anywhere in the world! Get the 125cc model if you want more freedom and faster speeds uphill! Visit the little shop at Mulino hilltop outside the city for some of the best wine, cheese, and meat you will have ever had!