My mum and I stayed in Bitte’s apartment for 14 days to explore Firenze and Toscany and what a lovely stay it was! Before our arrival, Bitte sent us a lot of practical information, recommended restaurants close to the apartment and in the city center and gave a selection of her own favourite places to visit. Upon arrival, we were welcomed by her lovely parents (in English and Dutch!!) who showed us around the apartment, explained everything and gave us maps and directions. If needed, we could contact them during our stay. The apartment is spotless, quiet, spacious, and looks exactly like in the pictures. There is a utility room with a washing machine and a toilet and the shower room has a second toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped but as we wanted to enjoy Italian cuisine to the full, we ate out a lot! The pastry shop across the street is beyond delicious and is even open on Sundays and public holidays. We would also like to mention Pizzeria Ristorante Centocanti, (just a sigh away of the apartement, very practical but best book a table). Together with the Mercato Centrale and Edoardo il gelato biologico (at the back of the Duomo) these were our favourites.
Bus 14 will take you to the city center or the railway station in no time but beware of the one way streets! The bus stop to get back to where ever you came from is usually in another street! A map with bus lines is available in the tourist office but you best check the direction with the bus driver! It’s an adventure!
Check out was smoothly as well. Antonio, Bitte’s dad arrived right on time and even called a taxi for us to take us to the airport.
We would definitely stay in Bitte’s apartment again and we are already recommending it to relatives and friends!