A place to stay is more than just a place to stay, it is a warm and welcoming space with a host who is more than gracious and also generous. There was a big bowel of fruit on the table and a few grocery supplies as well. Gianpaolo was helpful with many things including letting me print tickets for a concert i attended on his computer. The garden was restful and the bed was very comfortable, when I next go to Florence I will choose this place to stay.