Next time in Florence : I won’t look any further.
Location: Walk straight 500m from the Rail or bus station, turn to the left, total 600m and you are there. With wheeled luggage, one need not bother about a cab. Next to the river; may always take the route along the river bank while going to the attractions or walking back in the evening. All attractions, on either side of the river, are within walking distance. Bus connections are all in immediate vicinity, but you don’t go to Florence to ride the buses; in that small beautiful city, you always walk anyway!
Property itself: On the main street. In the first floor. May take the stairs or the elevator. Completely noiseless property, inside the building as well as the street. VERY spacious. Sleek selection of wall decorations. One big bedroom and one large living room with a sofa cum bed; perfect bedding material in both with perfect sleep quality. Spotlessly clean. Superb temperature control. Wall to wall wardrobes and ample storing space; more than adequate furniture. Ceiling and telephone showers with very strong water pressure and as much hot water as one may need. Kitchen fully equipped. Big fridge. Gas cooking range, dishwasher.
Convenience: Two adequate Superstores between the station and the apartment, the near one practically opposite your gate. Eateries and fancy shopping, “validating Florence Card”, all within walking distance.
The Host: Laura has been the most amazing host. She has been in touch with us through SMS, WhatsApp and e mail (all three simultaneously and continuously) right from the moment of booking till we actually reached back home. Was ALWAYS available over phone. She made us feel like family.
My comments: The property comfortably accommodates 4 adults. Even though we were two (I stayed with my daughter), it was excellent value for money. The comfort of having a fully equipped, completely quiet apartment at the rental price of a small room (as in nearly all mid range European hotels) adds a different dimension to your hard earned holiday. Pack the big fridge with food and drinks from the superstore across the street, warm them up for a heavy breakfast and the rest of the day is yours, with Florence waiting for you with all its glory and charm!!