Alessio's apartment is a special place to stay, perfectly located for visiting all Firenze has to offer. We found it very clean and comfortable, we cooked in and ate out, and really enjoyed the penthouse view, high ceilings with exposed beams, and oodles of room for the two of us (it caters for at least 4 people). Of importance, choosing to stay involves accepting a few particular aspects. There are 4 flights of stairs, and the apartment has some idiosyncrasies - we found broken coffee pot and knives, no T-towel (kitchen), no soap in the kitchen or bathroom, no pepper, etc. We found solutions for all these things, but to enjoy the place you need to be happy to do so. The other aspect to be prepared for is Alessio's communication. He did not respond to questions other than on the day we arrived, and getting keys for the apartment was quite convoluted. We learned Alessio has a young family and looks after his parents and runs two nearby restaurants. When we did, by chance, meet on the street, we couldn't help but feel warmth for him and staying in the apartment he previously lived in. The apartment is amazing value for being right in the heart of Florence, and if you can accept the quirks, then probably like us you'll love being here.