This listing was even better than described! When we first walked into the apartment we were shocked by the size of the place and the proximity to the Duomo. You could almost touch it out the window.

Alessandra was easy to communicate with (we chatted over email and WhatsApp) and we were able to find the apartment very easily from the train station. Since we had larger luggage, we opted to take a cab. It was approximately 12EUR for a ride from the train station (cash only). When checking out, Alessandra was able to call us a taxi. This was invaluable, as there was a bustle of activity outside and many people waiting for cabs.

This apartment is huge. I was travelling with 1 other person, but 5-6 people could comfortably stay there. The 2 full bathrooms really helped with getting ready in the morning. This place would be great for a family, not only because of the 2nd bathroom, but for the washing machine and dish washer.

Pros:
* You can lie in bed and look at the Duomo
* Everything we wanted to visit was so close and the proximity made it easy to pop in with heavy purchase (think art books from the Uffizi, goodies from the grocery store)
* The bed was very comfortable
* The water pressure in the shower was very good
* The organic gelato store directly underneath the apartment hand-makes their cones, so the apartment smelled delicious

Do note that this apartment is the equivalent of a 3rd floor walk up in the USA. The stairs are well lit with a sturdy handrail, and the climb is well worth it for this beautiful apartment.