Casa V is ideally located to enjoy Florence. Karin is an exceptional host and suggesting that we allow her to prearrange airport ground transport was welcome and proved prescient when the public transport workers were "on strike " on our departure day. The apartment's quiet location and being on the top floor allowed us to sleep soundly despite being a stone's throw from Ponte Vecchio. Being across the lane from the Forbes Five-Star hotel, Portrait was an unexpected plus. The concierge staff there graciously called us taxis and gave us directions. Their Caffe dell Oro was exceptional for lunch and dinner with unique menu selections. Our kitchen was well-equipped for breakfast each morning. As recommended by Karin, we found a wonderful "supermarket" just across the Ponte Vecchio to stock k the kitchen larder. A Nespresso and drip coffee maker allowed us to satisfy our varied tastes for morning coffee. Casa Ventura...we give her Five Stars!