The location of this place in unparralleled! Practically everything is within walking distance. Amazingly, steps away from the hustle & bustle of the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi but on a very quiet street.
We had some issues that you should be aware of:
Electrical - there are limitaitons in Italy on electrical consumption so be aware of the external breaker tripping. Claudia responded immediately to us when we first encountered this late one night so problem was resolved immediately.
Lock - this was a challenge at times as there was too much play in the keyhole and the door had friction at the bottom to fight against it. We lost about an hour of one day trying to get in the door. Claudia has advised that the locks will be changed soon.
Mosquitos - first thing to do when you arrive is get some mosquito repellent (spray, plug-in, etc.). There were lots but we hit a few days of rain in Florence. Bring your own if you can spare the weight and space in your luggage. The grocery store prices are quite hefty for this essential item. Again, Claudia suggested what to get at the store .
Washer/Dryer - for the North Americans that are use to seperate washers & dryers....the unit in the apartment is a combination unit so be careful with the settings for your hang-dry clothes
5th Floor - be aware that you will be climbing stairs to get to the apartment. This can be a challange with a full load of luggage or someone with cardio vascular or mobility issues.
Exposed Beams - watch your head while you're walking around the apartment. The open concept is a beautiful design feature but there are lots of spots to bump your head!
Overall, an excellent modern apartment in a location you cannot beat! Would defintely stay here again.