Raul’s flat is a little gem. It has a comfortable living room and the kitchen has all the necessities one needs. The bedroom is great. Being downstairs, it blocks out almost all light and it stays nice and cool when the days are hot. It has a good sized bathroom with great water pressure in the shower. It was about a fifteen minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station, and about the same to Ponte Vecchio - Florence is so easy and enjoyable to walk around, we didn’t feel the need to take public transport while there. There’s a little grocery store around the corner and a larger one not too far away. There are also plenty of places to eat and drink in the area, especially in and around Piazza Santo Spirito, which is close by. As for Raul, he’s friendly, his communication is great and he was extremely helpful throughout our stay. We would very happily recommend this flat.