All that we had hoped for and more, clean and tidy, authentic Italian apartment. Horia's communication was great both before our trip and during our stay. We had a small problem with the shower, and he came and fixed quickly - much appreciated. Fantastic location less than 5 minutes to Santa Croce, just over 5 minutes to Palazza Vecchio. The apartment is in a small quiet piazza, the apartment block a mixture of private apartments and some offices. We were able to drop our bags off early, we met the lady cleaning the apartment and she was very helpful too. Lots of great restaurants close by and especially recommend an Aperol Spritz at Bocadama (Santa Croce) and supper at Il Vivandiere (Via Torta) - relaxed, stylish, lovely local food such as deer stew, wild boar spaghetti, pork in honey and walnuts and torta di nonna. Would suggest booking if you want to eat later - we just got in at 7.00 pm on first night, so booked for our second. Try Il Proscuitteria (Via dei Neri) for a fantastic tagliere (20 euros for a large sharing board - plenty for two for an evening meal). Very good value house red - managed to get a table turning up at 7.00 p.m. both nights. For lunch with a view can recommend Osteria Ponte Vecchio (Oltrano side) - looks like an unassuming cafe from the outside, but has a terrace overlooking the Arno, and right next to the Ponte Vecchio - great value for a panini and beer considering location. Our third trip to Florence over the years and we would definitely stay at Horia's apartment again - Santa Croce has its own personality whilst still being so close to all the sights of Florence.