Caterina's Pietrapiana apartment was perfect! Just off of a pedestrian street in a charming neighborhood. We were traveling with a 1.5-year-old, so we lived like locals, eating, finding parks and playgrounds, etc., and this neighborhood and apartment (complete with gorgeous garden out back) were perfectly suited for this sort of trip.

She also recommended a handful of restaurants and gelaterias that were all wonderful - and even helped us find a babysitter one night when we went out.

Caterina is a superlative host - friendly and available on-demand during a visit but not intrusive. And her apartment was lovely. Thanks so much Caterina! Your place made for out perfect weeklong Florentine escape. :)