I have been going to Florence for a month or two for over 20 years, staying in apartments on both sides of the river and in various areas of the town. This apartment is not only one of the prettiest, quietest, and most convenient, but had the luxury of a lift!! The linens were all white and freshly laundered and folded; the dishes matched, the paintings were delightful and everywhere--even in the mechanical room! No electrical idiosyncrasies, plenty of hot water, comfortable bed . . . difficult to fault. Perfect for a solo traveler or a couple.