Matilde's apartment was excellent, and just as advertised. Its a quiet, lovely area near the Piazza Santo Spirito, Palazo Pitti, and Boboli Gardens. Madtilde was a great host, helping me get settled and oriented in Florence. The apartment was very clean and appointed with everything I needed. As other reviewers have noted, there are lots of stairs to climb so it wouldn't be ideal for someone elderly, but as long as you don't mind the stairs its fantastic.