A magical hideaway in the most wonderful neighborhood, with a fantastic host.
Michele gave us a warm welcome and showed us the amenities around his apartment. He also provided mosquito repellers upon finding out my traveling companion is allergic. Very kind! We didn't do battle with mosquitoes at all in that apartment, even when we left the windows open in the evening.
The space itself is lovely, with jasmine-scented breezes wafting through and neighborhood cats relaxing on the rooftops near our terrace. Santo Spirito is a magical neighborhood, close to all the sights but not overrun with tourists. And so many truly great restaurants within a few blocks!
We booked a tour of the Uffizzi Gallery with Michele, which I highly recommend. He's passionate about Florentine history and it shows- he also has a great sense of humor, which is a plus on any tour.
If you're looking for home in Florence as enchanting as the surrounding city, look no further.
Grazie, Michele! A presto!