Paolo and his apartment were the highlights of our trip to Florence! From the moment we requested the reservation, to the follow up call to make sure we had arrived safely at our next destination, Paolo went above and beyond to take care of us and to ensure that our stay and our travels went as smoothly as possible.

On the day we were scheduled to arrive in Florence, a train strike was in progress, and cost us a delay of several hours. Paolo was patient and helped us figure out what to do and how best to navigate the strike. When we arrived late that night, Paolo came to the train station to pick us up and take us to the apartment himself. The most elegantly appointed apartment we have ever seen on AirBnB - the pictures do not do it justice!

Paolo took his time to show us around the apartment and explain how everything works - from the washing machine to the espresso machine and all the fans and everything. He clearly takes pride in his house and was very pleased to show us around. We were blown away at the size and comfort of this listing, and we are so glad that we were able to spend our time in Florence in this luxurious, safe apartment.

Paolo also gave us directions to several places to eat and had also stocked the kitchen with food for us to snack on. Paolo and his wife had thought of everything!

During our stay, Paolo kept in touch to make sure we were doing alright. Before our last day, he sent us train and bus times to our next destination - a HUGE help that saved us money and time.

We were fortunate enough to meet Paolo's wife on our last day at check out. She came to help ready the space for the next guest. She is warm and so kind and was also very concerned with our comfort in her house. Both of these people are absolutely gifted with hospitality, and their generosity and kindness pours out of them.

With an offer to take us back to the train station and a gift to send us on our way, we packed our bags and bid farewell to these wonderful people. We hope to return and would highly, highly recommend this lovely apartment to anyone considering a trip to Florence.

Worth mentioning:

Located in the City center - easy walk to everything, very close to Duomo.
20 minute walk to train station.
Surrounded by delicious eateries.
2 bathrooms!
Washing machine and full kitchen.
Extremely safe building with heavy, secure entry door and lighted hallway.