Sharika's flat is so centrally located in Florence that we were a five minute walk away from the train station and everywhere we visited. Communication was fast upon booking and her sister Sandy welcomed us. the apartment is in a beautiful old building, huge, with very high ceilings, and well stocked. plenty of hot water for showers, fast internet, and a good heating/cooling system. we were very comfortable, but if you are a light sleeper, this apartment may not be the best choice as there is a lot of street noise: late at night from all the young revellers, and early in the morning from the laundry workers from the hotel across the street.