Amazing apartment in one of the best locations in Florence! Just perfect!
Andrea's place is a gem nestled close to Ponte Vecchio on the "right side" of the bridge (not too busy side). The apartment itself is a walk up on the 1st floor of a quiet residential building (there is an elevator too) and is even better looking than the pictures. With a large living room, a fully stocked kitchen, 2 very comfortable beds and bathrooms, we felt like we were in a home away from home in Florence. We slept like babies! :)
Our check in was super smooth too! We arrived by train to Florence and communicated with our greeter with ease. When we arrived just before 7pm, he helped us with our luggage and then proceeded to show us the apartment. He even helped us set up the baby crib! Since we'd arrived just before 7pm, we weren't asked to pay an additional 25 euro charge either - I felt like this could've become a topic since it was so close to 7pm but it didn't. Kudos to the chap for that!
The location of the apartment is really special. Quick 2 min walk down to Ponte Vecchio and to the busier side when needed. There's a neat lil cafe just downstairs for those early afternoon espresso needs or quick fixes for breakfast too! A bunch of cafes and restaurants are tidied around the apartment too - We tried the Gelato place just down the alley, the Osteria Pavone (great wine selection and beef tartare) and the pizzeria a few steps away too - they were all really good! There's even a super market on the main street about 5 mins away that's very well stocked - this was a real life saver since we had a baby with us and we did end up spending a lot time indoors.
I don't think we'll need a debate over the choice of stay if we ever come back to Florence cos this is gonna be it. Every single time, no doubt about it! Thanks Andrea!