My cousin and I spent a week in early October 2018 in this very conveniently located apartment situated just a short walk from the Duomo. One can easily walk from this apartment to many other attractions in Florence. Also walkable to Santa Maria Novella train station. There is a produce market and butcher shop nearby, and a small supermarket just steps from the front door of the apartment building. There is a larger supermarket (that also sells wine and gluten-free products) on a nearby street leading from the Baptistery. The windows of this apartment face inner courtyards; therefore, it is very quiet. The windows have screens and shutters. Wi-fi service excellent. The well-equipped kitchen allowed us to eat breakfast and pack a lunch to go most days, and cook some dinners as well. We also returned to the apartment one day for lunch before heading out for our afternoon activity – the central location of the apartment allowed us to do that. The washing machine (easy to use) and clean, modern bathroom were appreciated. Host Pamela provided a manual with helpful information about the apartment, nearby restaurants, etc.; there are also several sightseeing books, maps etc. in the apartment. This spacious apartment is exactly as shown in photos. One person can sleep on a sofa in the living room that doubles as a comfortable single bed. Ample linen is provided. The neighbourhood felt safe when walking during the day and in the evening. Shops in the same block as the apartment include one authentic Italian leather goods shop owned and operated by a Florentine family; this company was established by the Italian grandfather of the current operator. Beware of inauthentic goods at other locations! Host Pamela is very pleasant and welcoming; she responded very quickly to one question we had about where to leave the keys on our departure day. I would recommend this apartment to others, and I would definitely stay here again should I return to Florence.