If you are looking to get away from the crowds and to have a true, local experience in Florence, then Grazia’s home is the place for you! My boyfriend and I are in our mid-twenties and we stayed for 5 days at Grazia’s place—we found the 15 minute walk from the city center rather easy (and beautiful) and we LOVED the Santo Spirito area in which Grazia’s home is located, just next to the Boboli Gardens. The home, in and of itself, is so unique—the perfect blend of modern and cozy, also the perfect size for us! Grazia left us some helpful tips for the area and she (or her son) were available each time we had questions! We felt so much at home that we decided to just stay in and make a home-cooked meal one night! We felt so comfortable in the area (thanks to Grazia’s tips), you can find everything you need and more within a few blocks! We loved exploring the market on Sunday in Santo Spirito, eating at the incredible restaurants right down the street, and trying all the gelato along the way. Honestly, we can’t wait to come back! There’s no where else we’d rather stay in Florence than with Grazia!