This is a beautiful apartment in a wonderful location on the left bank of the Arno (Oltrarno). It's a 15 minute walk across the river to the main tourist district of Florence, but we quickly realized that we were much better off on this quiet and attractive street, away from the crowds on the other side. Our block had three or four charming little restaurants, and a few minutes walk east towards the Pitti Palace there are countless cafes, wine bars, restaurants and shops. The apartment itself is very comfortable and stays remarkably cool even on a hot Florentine summer day (there is also air conditioning). An unexpected bonus was the private garden courtyard shared by the building's inhabitants, where we enjoyed dining on several evenings (we bought our own bistecca alla fiorentina from the local butcher down the street). Dario and Eleonora were perfect hosts, and we highly recommend that you stay here when you visit Florence.