Mariangela’s apt at Villa Spada 3 is perfectly located and is absolutely in the center of everything with no street noise. Air conditioning and heating make it very comfortable for any season. It’s within short walking distance to all major sites, including Duomo, San Lorenzo Market, Plaza della Republica, and Sta Maria Novella, with plenty of good restaurants and shops, including grocery, hardware, luxury goods, and staples for a stay of more than a few nights. The apt is very comfortable and the king bed is wonderfully soft and inviting— you might sleep away your vacation. Mariangela, herself, is a kind and generous person and a very helpful host who was available to me at all times and helped me with many things. The apt is in a building built in the 1400’s but is new and very comfortable, and met all my needs. There is an elevator, which was very important to me. Get a map and hit the streets— you’ll find plenty of interest outside the apt and a wonderful refuge to return to after a full day.