We were met by Alda's daughter, Priscilla, exactly at the agreed time of our arrival. Priscilla was great - she showed us all aspects of the apartment and it was very well presented - exactly as in the photos. There was a very generous range of items in the kitchen, including a bottle of chianti, pasta, tomato sauce, garlic, oil, biscuits, milk and general groceries in the cupboard. In fact we decided to eat in one night - delicious pasta! There was also a good supply of toiletries, towels and washing liquid for the washing machine.
Priscilla, at our request, also advised two restaurants in Florence: one just down the street and the other about 1 km away. We ate at both (one of them twice) - much appreciated the recommendations.
Everything we needed was provided. It was a very comfortable apartment, very close to the station.
We do understand that this is a historic building and there are limitations on what can be done, however the noise from the street during the night was very loud. So our sleep was disrupted evry night, especially on Saturday night with people out and about, and Monday night, when the street sweepers are out (several times). We are particularly affected as we live in the country and are used to little outside noise at night. Perhaps some thick curtains would assist?