A true gem of a place and hard to do justice in a review. A very roomy attic apartment with plenty of space. Windows look out over the rooftops towards the hills. The morning light and the sunsets are magnificent. But you really appreciate the outlook when you step out onto the generous balcony. Look over your left shoulder and see the cupola of the Duomo and Giotto’s Tower, look ahead and see the intricate rooftop landscape leading out to the hills, and look slightly to your right across the skylight above the Statue of David at the Accademia (a literal stone’s throw away) and to the facade of the Basilica Di San Marco. I can’t do it justice. The apartment is almost in the middle of old Florence and we walked everywhere through amazing streets. You do need to be able to manage a lot of stairs, but it is really worth it.
Jacqueline and her team were so helpful in providing us with an extra set of keys when we requested them, and offering to call a taxi for our departure. The washing machine was also much appreciated for a week-long stay. Cafes, shops, restaurants are on the doorstep, and history is everywhere.