Ilaria's place was absolutely perfect for our family vacation in Florence. Absolute perfection! If I could give it 10 stars I would.
Ilaria is a great host! Responsive, attentive, helpful and very thoughtful. Constanza, who checked us in, was delightful and incredibly helpful with familiarizing us with the apartment and suggesting great sights and local restaurants. Both responded to all our questions in a very timely manner. Constanza checked in on us regularly and even arranged for a pickup from the home for us to the train station.
Absolutely a great location! You are literally in the middle of everything! A few steps from the entrance to the home there are great restaurants and shops. Only a two minute walk to the Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza Republica, a five minute walk to the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi and within walking distance to many other Florence sights. There are steps to the home but not horrible and the views you get are great! You can see the Palazzo Vecchio and Duomo from the windows! Spectacular!
The home is in great condition and very spacious. With all the described amenities and very clean. We visited in December and we were afraid that it would be very cold for some California natives, but the heaters worked great and there were plenty of blankets. Towels and bedding were in good condition and or even new. We used the washing machine and it worked great. The home had all the essentials you will need. Wifi was great with no issues. Which is not the case everywhere in Italy.
Note: we visited during the New Years holiday and even thought we were told that fireworks are illegal in Florence. We saw the most amazing fireworks right from our window! It was spectacular! You will be in the middle of all the festivities, which is a great way to celebrate the new years eve.
I would give this rental the highest possible rating! We will definitely be returning!