I have stayed at Francesca's place for 3 weeks in September-October. Francesca was very welcoming and accommodating; it was easy to keep in touch with her. I loved the apartment - beautiful (I loved the art on the walls!), comfortable, with the smallest details taken into consideration. Francesca was even kind to provide a scale to weigh my luggage (wine can be heavy!). As a female traveling alone, I felt safe in the neighbourhood and the apartment. I liked that the area was not overly touristic, yet quite lively, so was not afraid coming back in the evening. Bus #23 is easy to catch, and on the way back from the centre, it stops right at the entrance to the apartment building, so if you are returning after dark, there is no need to walk.