This is a lovely property, even lovelier in person than in the photos. The apartment is half of a villa, and although Lucia and her family are in the other half, you definitely feel like you have your own home. I use the work "home" intentionally. The bedrooms are upstairs but divided by the laundry room, meaning that both have privacy. The gardens are beautiful and well-maintained. Indeed, this property is located outside of the city center. However, this is not a problem if you have a car and are willing to drive to the nearest tram. We did not find this to be a major inconvenience at all, as the experience of being in the Tuscan hills was completely worth it. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. We woke up to birds singing. It was a welcome retreat to the bustle in Florence. Lucia and her family were wonderful hosts, very helpful, and a pleasure to meet.