Michele's "Characteristic Artist's Apartment" is quirky, unique and fun. It was spic and span clean, neat and inviting upon my (much later than scheduled) arrival. Michele greeted me at the street level door and kindly carried my heavy suitcase up the four flights of stairs to the apartment. We had a nice chat and he gave me a personalized two page information package that included good advice on things local as well as data about the apartment proper. I settled in to a easy routine after a day or two of learning the oddities of the place, e.g.: movement between any two rooms requires at least a half step up or down. Until that became second nature I tended to stub my toes a bit! Michele's recommendations of nearby spots to eat were gold. I ate almost all my evening meals in the closest one and as a result they began discounting my bill by the amount of the cover charge. I felt very honored to be so well treated, and the food was delicious as well.
Michele provided fresh sheets and nice thick towels every week and the washer was a breeze to use for personal laundry. The nearby bank with its bancomat (ATM) and the handy supermarket made for easy daily living (I was there for three weeks). The apartment is centrally located meaning all the major attractions are within easy walking distance. Many evenings I would walk off a delicious meal by strolling to the Duomo and checking out the sights and sounds of the city center at night.
Price and location make this an excellent choice as a base of operations to experience Florence. I recommend it without reservation.