Very hospitable, tranquil, and well-appointed spot, adjacent to the Piazza del Carmine, which makes navigating extremely easy because there are tons of signs directing pedestrians there! But despite this prime location, the apartment does not feel like it's in an overwhelmingly touristy neighborhood, thanks to its location on the "other" side of the Arno. I found many adorable bakeries, shops, aperitivi places, and piazza just within a few minutes' walking.
The array of amenities Michela and her husband Andrew provided me with was really welcome and clearly chosen with attention to detail-- not just basics like cold water in the fridge, towels, etc., but also an assortment of snacks and yogurt, lots of toiletries, and a selection of teas. Moreover the room itself, which is very private and comfortable, is stocked with lots of guidebooks on Florence if you need any ideas. The garden space is truly an oasis, very calming after a long day out. Michela even let me do laundry, which I really appreciated because I am in Europe for the summer and free laundry service is near impossible to come by!
Highly recommended. I'll definitely be back here when my studies bring me to Florence again!