Don't fear the stairs. It's good for you. The flat itself is wonderful, but the roof top is just truly amazing. If there was an elevator, this flat would rent for 10 times the amount you can get it for now. Older flat that's a little quirky, high ceilings and lots of cooking supplies. When you first arrive ( after catching your breath from the stairs) make sure you know where the fuse box is and the mail power switch is. Power will got out if you use microwave and washer at the same time. Been that, done that. I know this is going to sound a little weird, the toilet is a little odd for us yanks, so get a lesson from Sid. Let's call it Flushing Skills 101. After Sid leaves, get a bottle of wine and some cheese and go to the roof top. You jaw will drop due to the beauty of Florence. Night is quiet, as long as you close the windows. But there is always going to be some noise in a downtown flat. Enjoy it and people watch.