Our family of four (2 adults, 2 teens) stayed in Alberto's apartment for 5 nights. We found the apartment to be very comfortable, clean, and safe, and Alberto & his wife Santina were very nice. Communication was responsive and helpful. We arrived before check-in, but Alberto met us a the apartment, and offered to let us drop our belongings off early. The air-conditioning worked great which we appreciated in the summer heat, and we enjoyed watching DVD's in English at the end of the day. There are many restaurants and two of the BEST gelaterias in very close walking distance, Vivoli & Gelateria Dei Neri. Do not miss out on visiting them! For a quick panini, skip the massive line at All'Antico Vinaio and head straight for Lo Schiacciavino - just a two minute walk from the apartment (and delicious!). We also had great meals at Cucina Torcicoda & Caffè Italiano, both in very close walking distance. On the corner just outside the apartment is a restaurant with a caffe with friendly owners - we ordered pizza & pasta 'Take Away' and brought them back to dine in. For breakfast we head straight to Ditta Artigianale for Gran Cappuccinos and Cornetti before heading out on our adventures. The apartment is in walking distance to all the main attractions, museums, and experiences in Florence. We enjoyed staying here very much.