Pros:
LOCATION - this apt is in an ideal spot; you can walk to virtually anywhere you’d like to go in Florence
SECURITY - we felt incredibly safe and secure even in the middle of a bustling city
VIEW - this apt is on an upper floor so the views of the churches and other buildings were incredible
HOST - Alessandra was very kind and attentive, and all her instructions were very clear despite a slight language barrier. You could tell she cares about providing a great experience for guests.
Cons:
(Most of these are admittedly beyond the host’s personal control, but something for guests to be aware of)
NOISE - the downside of being in the heart of the city; lots of young people partying till all hours of the night, even with the windows closed it felt very loud and close at hand.
MINOR IRRITANTS - if you leave the windows open at night there’s a bit of an insect problem; we had some difficulty regulating the shower temperature, etc. Nothing dire, but if you’re mid-trip and getting exhausted they may bother you.
Overall I would definitely recommend this place for the location and great host, which make up for some of the quirks of the apartment.