Leonard’s place is super stylish and clean. The Location was great - literally right by the mercato Centrale which we visited twice, great for late night simple & inexpensive dinner. Also the apartment was right above the famous restaurant Zaza. Around the corner there is trattoria di Mario, both restaurants were on our must eat list, so we got lucky that Leonardo ‘s place was so close to both. Also very close to Santa Maria novella station as well as the Duomo & uffizi gallery . We walked everywhere and it was very convenient for us. Leonardo had a cute binder with recommendations on restaurants which was helpful.
Apartment seemed to be recently renovated. Clean & charming. Leonardo has few apartments in the same building and I believe we stayed at their smallest flat. When we were booking , I actually fell in love with one of their bigger rooms but everything was already booked except the smallest one. Their apartment were so charming in the pics so regardless the size I wanted to stay here. So, we were already aware of the space being tiny from other reviews, especially the low ceiling in the bedroom, staircase, and toilet. We never got hurt or anything because we were so aware and were being extra careful, but I have to say it was a bit stressful from having to constantly bending over... ( I have a bad back with low back pain so if you are like me.. be aware) also the bedroom is right above the bathroom - we were aware of this as well - but just want to point out that it could be unpleasant if you are a sensitive person. (Smell.sound..etc)
The whole space is pretty tiny, even a no room to place your luggage. if you are a disorganized type, it’d become a mess very quickly with no breathing room. We had to constantly tidy up to avoid that. I would say the apartment is comfortable for one person.
Other than that everything was great. Check in was really smooth, Leonardo met us on time and explained everything thoroughly. Location is more than perfect! Room was same as shown in pictures -super charming with stylish little touches. Great view overlooking the mercato Centrale.
We only have a regret not being able to book their bigger rooms. when we come back next time we will definitely stay at Leonardo’s place again! Thank you Leonardo!