I have been to Florence four times in the 2017 and 2018. Michelle Jean’s place is absolutely my Favorite! It is exactly as it is in the photos, but even better to stay in. It is contemporary and timeless, elegant and comfortable. It has lots of natural light during the day. It has great texture on the walls with very well-designed, subtle lighting that is really peaceful at night. One of the features I really liked are the brick archways on the bottom floor (and the shower downstairs!!) … The host, Massimiliano is great, very professional, and very knowledgeable. The place is very clean and very easy to get to from the airport, but also very close to the train station. Michelle’s place is also very close to the market (definitely not to be missed – I have gone there for lunch and groceries (and gifts) every time I’ve been to Florence – There’s a little pasta place on the ground floor in the southwest corner that makes fresh pasta and sauce while you wait). Just beyond the market is all of old Florence – it is magical and breathtaking – So much to see and do, and such a friendly city. I could write about the restaurants and shopping, but you just have to go (that’s what I tell my friends). Enjoy!! N.C.