We loved our week's stay in Mauro's apartment in Florence! The location is perfect--walking distance to everything we wanted to see, and right next to what turned out to be my favorite cathedral in Florence--Santa Maria Croce. I'll never forget waking to the church bells every morning. There were excellent restaurants and shopping in the immediate area as well. The apartment is perfect for 2 people and has all the conveniences--especially appreciated the new washer & drier and modern kitchen appliances. After all the museums and shopping, we also learned to love the lift! We would definitely stay there again.