We loved the location of Daniele's apartment far from the madding crowds of the center of Florence. The bakery downstairs was quite a plus in ease of a quick bite and cappuccino to start your day. The noise in the courtyard varied but was never anything too annoying. Just the sounds of life in a typical Italian neighborhood, so who can complain about that? Daniele's apartment was easy to find and access. There is a steep set of steps leading up to it, but there are sturdy handrails on each side to assist you. The bathroom is spacious and well equipped. The kitchen was clean and there is an italian coffee pod machine with 2 types of pods (we think one may have been decaf but the other was definitely espresso ;-). There is an ATM machine directly across the street and some terrific spots for dining in this area. There are also tons of little markets where you can buy water, wine etc..... I would definitely stay here again. Also, Daniele provides the taxi telephone numbers and we called the day before for a 7:30am pick up and they told us to be outside 2 minutes before. The trains may run late, but prearranged taxis are quite prompt as he arrived at 7:28. It was a quick 20 minutes to the airport at that time of day. Book Daniele's place, you will thank yourself over and over again for staying across the bridge! Ciao