We had a wonderful time in this apartment and Mauro's parents were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location is perfect right near Piazza Santa Croce and easy walking distance to most other sights in Florence. We were seven people (4 adults and 3 kids) and we all managed to find some place comfortable to sleep. The kitchen, living and dining area were great places to hang our and quite spacious as far as apartments go! We weren't tripping over our gear like many other places we stayed. The decor in the apartment was quite interesting and fun and you felt like you were staying in a homey Firenze flat (not a hotel room). We were able to store our bags for a while on our last day, which was a big help. I will be passing on Mauro's contact information to anyone I know looking for a place to stay in this exciting city.