Michela’s place was cozy, clean and in a great location! She is living on property and available to help with tips for ways to see different parts of Florence that you would miss otherwise. She is lively and helpful. The room is in the front of her flat not in the garden cottage but you can relax in garden if you choose.
Staying in this neighborhood is the BEST place as you can enjoy Florence by walking over bridge but when you are done with the crowds( and it is CROWDED) you can explore the more authentic part of Florence... which is still bustling and interesting. We loved our time over the bridge!