If you are contemplating a trip to Florence, do consider staying at Gaia's apartment in Via S. Ilario a Colombaia. It is only minutes by foot from the Boboli Gardens and an easy walk to many of the attractions in historic Florence. The apartment is spacious, well organized, and very reasonably priced. There are very good restaurants nearby, and of course many more as one walks to the historic part of town. Gaia and her sister Clementina are excellent, responsive hosts. This location will greatly enhance your stay in Florence. I give a strong recommendation for this place.