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The place is absolutely dreamy, on a quiet street with breathtaking views over the city but still within comfortable walking distance from all main attractions. The apartment itself is packed with beautiful furniture, books, family photos and souvenirs from around the world - I constantly wanted to touch every object and ask about its story. Your room will be so cosy and inviting that you will have a hard time leaving it, the bathroom has everything you need and more, and did I even mention the kitchen...
At the heart of all this, of course, is Gabriele and his enveloping warmth and positive energy.
Not only he knows Florence like the back of his hand, but he will share with you places and stories nowhere to be found in any travel guides. Whatever he offers when he has the time, just take it and enjoy it wholeheartedly - whether it is morning coffee, a home-cooked meal, a ride to the market on the back of his bike, a book, a walk along the river or simply some time on the terrace chatting about plants and birds, friends and children, food and health, passion for work and life, knowing when to fight and when to let go.
In short, I went to spend a week in a stranger’s house and hope to be soon returning to see a dear friend.