Far Exceeded Expectations
Rita's apartment was absolutely perfect for us! I couldn't believe how much space there was and how all our needs were met. We were two couples and had been traveling for a week in shared hotel rooms or tiny separate rooms. Having a washer for our clothes, a fully equipped gorgeous, modern kitchen, a dining room, and two living rooms with 3 couches to spread out was just what we needed. We were also within walking distance of the local bus line; and a bakery, convenience store/bar, and full grocery store were all on the same block. Since eggs and bacon are more of a traditional American breakfast, and hard to come by in most European countries, being able to go grocery shopping and make our own breakfast was a welcome respite from all the bread offered at restaurants for "breakfast".
If you're lucky enough to have Richard around to check you in, you're in for a TREAT!! He was so gracious and helpful from the moment we arrived (showed us where the bus and stores were and took us to get amazing pizza and brought us back to the apartment), to being available for any little question we had about how to get around, where to eat, how to say something in Italian, or what the customs are, like tipping. Both him and Rita were ALWAYS available if we needed anything or had a question. I would HIGHLY recommend her place to any of my friends and family traveling to Florence and hope to one day go back myself. I promise you will not regret it!