Cristina is a fabulous host! She's a music lover as am I so I was definitely able to connect with her on that level. I was visiting with my parents and she took us to a great cafe on the Arno and then afterwards we met one of her friends who hand makes violins in Florence. Really special to spend an evening with 2 ex-pats that love music! The room and bed are comfy and super clean. The sounds of the market breaking down and then setting up in the morning are pretty loud so if you are a light sleeper I'd suggest earplugs. I didn't need them but I believe Cristina has some to offer. Great location and she obviously gives you tips on awesome places to go! You can even stick you head out the window and see the duomo bell tower past the dome of the Medici Chapel! The bathroom is super clean as well. You have to get a tad creative with the shower as there is no curtain. Her kitty Maxy is so adorable! Also her partner Michael is a nice guy and they both helped me out when I had about 15 mosquito bites with some antihistamine cream Haha! If you are prone to mosquito bites I would suggest asking for the "glade plug in" type mosquito repellant when you first get there. Those bugs get hungry in the summer (for sweet meat like me!). Next time I'm in Florence I'm 100% staying with Cristina. Such a warm and loving person that I'm blessed to have met.