Giulia was a great host. She was at the apartment when we arrived to greet us and showed us around the apartment and explained where everything was and how to use the clothes washer. Giulia was also a great help in coordinating a taxi from the apartment to the train station. It's not a very far walk to the station, but not something we wanted to do with our luggage.
The location of Giulia's apartment is very convenient. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go visit - Uffizi museum, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Chapel etc. The neighborhoods and shoppes along the walk were interesting and local culture was nice to experience fully immersed. The apartment is located a block from the local Piazza where you'll find several local restaurants, not packed with tourists. We at ate the one on the left corner near the soccer court twice and loved it. The owner/head waiter was fun and helpful. Great visit and staying at Giulia's place made it all very easy and fun. Highly recommend.