From the moment my husband and I arrived, Ascanio was the most fabulous host, helping us navigate how to unload into the apartment, deal with car restrictions and orient us with dining suggestions. I cannot underscore how much Ascanio made us feel welcome which set a positive tone for our 4 nights in Florence. I will add that prior to arrival, Ascanio was also very responsive to text and provided clear instructions on how to connect. The apartment was just as pictured, bright, clean, updated, tasteful. It has the most AMAZING views of the Arno and surrounding city, towers and domes. The climb up the flights of stairs are well worth being able to live with such a stunning view and we wished we had been able to stay much longer. Between the views from the window in the shower, the bedroom, the sunrises, the prime location and Ascanio we could not have asked for anything more! Fabulous!