What a wonderful apartment and a thoughtful hostess! We loved the accommodations. Although the apartment was much more spacious and could sleep several more people than the two of us, we enjoyed it so much that we hated to leave when the time came to leave. The beds were comfortable, the bathrooms nicely appointed, and the kitchen well equipped. Claudia had left us several items so that we didn’t have to go hunting for a grocery right away—coffee, milk, sugar, even a bottle of fabulous wine from her vineyards. Plus several more surprises.
Claudia was so helpful with responding to questions as to where I could find things like a good grocery and a delightful market, both very near. The location is great—in the heart of Florence with numerous good restaurants nearby. We enjoyed a piazza just down the street with several good restaurants, including two excellent choices for breakfast, whether one prefers coffee and pastries or an “American Breakfast”. Oh, and also the best gelato in Florence, according to our taste tests. Location, location, location.
If like us, you are a little hesitant because the apartment is upstairs without a lift, simply do yourself a favor and leave the large luggage behind. Travel light with bags no larger than 21”. You will see the wisdom once you board a train in Italy. Laundry was simple with a good washer and helpful drying rack which I set on the little balcony overlooking one of the two courtyards.
We want to stay here the next time we are lucky enough to be in Florence. Claudia made us feel so welcome; we wanted for nothing. The apartment is quiet, convenient, comfortable, and simply made us feel like we were truly in Italy. Lovely!