The apartment was amazing and Isabella was an exceptional host. Our arrival was delayed by traffic, but Isabella was extremely flexible and kind enough to wait for us and help us getting settled in. The apartment itself is beautiful, reminded me a lot of a Manhattan apartment, though probably more spacious. There was plenty of room for the three of us, and the view really cannot be beat.

Obviously, you're right above/next to a major tourist attraction that comes with bells at unusual times, so if you need a very quiet place to sleep, this probably isn't it. Also, the stairs: they are definitely doable, but not insignificant. If you have mobility issues or are going to have lots of bags or suitcases, it is something to think about. Ultimately, the noise and the steps weren't much of an issue for us, and we loved having such a central location to explore Florence. Plus, you'll get some *great* photos of the Duomo.

We loved this apartment, but if it's not for you, I'd highly recommend renting another one of Isabella's places in Florence—she was the most helpful host we had during our two weeks in Italy!