In 30 or 40 different stays with various hosts around Europe, the U.S., and Asia, the experience at Silvia's is probably the best of any of them. I can't think of a single negative -- the communication was perfect, the room was immaculate, the value is incredible, and the location is stellar. This place had all the little things that make good stays great and great stays even greater -- a beautiful private patio for early morning coffee and late-night drinks, a wonderfully stocked kitchen with juice, milk, bottled water, yogurt, Nutella, bread, etc. etc. etc. I can't say enough good things. We were definitely sad to be leaving her place, and now, sitting in our next one, we miss it even more. If you're going to Florence, stay with Silvia!!