Paola is a fantastic, responsive host. Her apartment is modern, super clean, comfortable and well maintained. It is on a street full of shops and restaurants in a neighborhood very close to the city center. The walk or bike ride to the center is easy, either along the Arno or on a pedestrian friendly street of even more shops and cafes. Her location provides a more authentic experience because it is slightly away from the craziness of the center. This neighborhood is where actual Florentine lives are lived. I hope to stay here every time I visit Florence.