Staying in Paola’s place was wonderful! Bus stop is one block away and I was one block from the Florence Academy of Art where I took a workshop. Paola and her daughter shared information about a market near by, the buses to town center, and answered any questions I had. They were available for me to contact during the week, too. The apartment was furnished with all that I needed: cleanliness, a washer, iron, hair dryer, kitchen supplies. There was a market nearby for any food items needed. This is a great apartment for an extended stay. They even had a bottle of wine as a gift for me at arrival! Thank you, Paola!!