For our second summer in Florence, we wanted a neighborhood to try out living Italian. We plan to retire in Florence so this was our year for a trial run. Elena’s lovely flat certainly gave us the opportunity.
Elena met us and helped carry our bags to the top of the building, with a spectacular view of more than 180 degrees of Florence. We found juice, fruit, coffee, milk, an impressive tea selection, household items, anything we could need making a short term home. The air conditioners kept us comfortable on hot days. Even the shower was luxurious.
Meticulously clean, the apartment is well cared for and has everything. We prepared meals fairly regularly and the kitchen has the equipment and supplies that made this easy. Truly a bonus, Elena had spices and other items that would be expensive to buy to use just a bit. That added to it feeling like home!
A couple of technical issues that required Elena’s attention were handled quickly and resolved easily. She was always available when we contacted her.
Our view of the duomo was truly spectacular. Every night as we dozed off, we had the beautifully lit architecture lighting up the window. We will remember it forever !!