First of all, Francesca is a super, super host! She was an excellent communicator from the moment we booked the apartment to the moment we left. The directions to the apartment were easy and she met us there right on time. Once in the apartment, Francesca spent time with us showing us various locations for food, sites to visit, and shopping in Florence on a map that she provided to us. She provides guests with a binder full of suggestions for restaurants in various locations throughout the city. We tried several of the suggested restaurants. All of them were very good. We went to a few of them more than once because the food and service were so good. Also, she answered my messages during our stay very promptly. She booked us a taxi to take us to the airport (we had an early flight and had to leave at 4:00 am). The taxi was there and waiting for us right on time. She dropped of a bottle of wine from her husband's family's vineyard for us. She really goes above and beyond, making her guests feel very comfortable and welcome in Florence. Francesca is so wonderful!
The apartment was immaculate and well- appointed. It was the best place we stayed while in Europe. Plus, the bathroom is the nicest one of all of the Airbnb's we stayed in while in Europe. The location is excellent - close to the Duomo, making it easy to navigate the city. Michaelanglo's David is located right around the corner from the apartment. The apartment is right next to a busy street with buses and cars going by. We turned on the fan for white noise and slept with my earplugs in. It was not an issue at all. We had a wonderful time at Francesca's apartment. We highly recommend staying in her place.