This apartment is perfectly situated in the centre of Florence, all the sights are on your doorstep, especially the Duomo!

The apartment was clean and well kept, and had everything we needed (including a washing machine, hairdryer and straighteners, all unexpected). The bed is very comfortable.

You're on the top floor of the building (with the great view). When you have the windows open, the noise from the street does travel up to the apartment. This may be difficult in summer when you're much more likely to need the windows open. The building has an elevator, which was thankfully working on arrival (so I didn't have to carry my bag up 105 steps!) but it was being serviced when we checked out. If an elevator is important to you - best to check it's OK.

There is a little supermarket in the same street and is a bakery further near the top of the street, near the square, where you can buy delicious pastries.

Christina met us at the door of the apartment, we had messaged to say our train was late and to delay our meeting. We ended up arriving close to our original time and she was there waiting anyway. She helpfully showed us the apartment and left us with some local tips. She also enthusiastically explained how to use the central heating.

I would really recommend this apartment - the view was breathtaking, brilliant location, and it had everything we needed. I would book again.