Although we didn't meet Luca, he arranged everything to tiptop perfection for our arrival. Nico showed us in and immediately oriented us to Florence with a map with all the important sights highlighted, tips of the best views, supermarkets, restaurants etc.
This really is the perfect location, away from the maddening crowd and yet just across the bridge into the heart of action. It is also the better shopping area than the old town which is too touristy. Oltrano area on the other hand, is packed with true Florentine retailers whose merchandise are classy, well made and tasteful.
Stop looking further. This is the place to stay for the perfect Florentine holiday!