We enjoyed our stay in Florence. Barbara's apartment was very convenient and well set up. The bathroom is particularly good. The host provides two sets of keys which is rare but useful if you intend to explore the city separately from your fellow traveler. On both evenings of our stay put sleep was disturbed by loud neighbours / the neighbourhood although it was not a huge issue for us because we were so tired each night from exploring the city! The noise was in the form of yelling and slamming doors. This may concern some travelers.