Alessia's place is in a PERFECT location - not far from the train, steps from the ponte vecchio, and centered in the middle of two of my favorite Florence eating experiences -- 4 leoni (get the pear finocchetti) and ditta artiginale (great for a large cappuccino before you start your day). alessia is super nice, helpful, and especially accommodating during check-in ( i was later than expected because of a flight delay, but it was no problem). i had trouble finding the trash bins outside the apartment (you have to take out your trash before you leave) but in florence, there are rubbish bins close by every corner so it wasn't hard to find a different one. i will be back !