I stayed in Andrea's place for 30 days. I couldn't have asked for a better location, and a better host. I fully recommend staying here. It is literally 10-15 mins from everything. You walk directly out the front door and you arrive at the Duomo in 10 mins. Getting the to train station is easy, restaurants are abundant and the local people are friendly, kind and helpful. I do not speak Italian and I got around just fine. If you are arriving via the airport it is a 23 euro taxi ride. Andrea's place is clean, neat and the best part is the garden. Having a garden in the city center of Florence is unheard of which makes this that much more special.
There is a restaurant/bar (Platz) they are friendly, free WiFi and if you go at happy hour then you get drink specials and food comes with the drink. If you go them I said Hi. Coffee and pastries are around the corner, busiest place on the street and if you have a craving for gelato you owe it to yourself to go to Vivoli, you will not regret it. There is a new Ramen restaurant called Koto Ramen, its really good and around the corner.
Again, this Airbnb property is close to everything!
Thanks again for allowing me to stay in your lovely place, see you next time.