This was our first AirBnB stay which came about as the reviews we read for hotels did not make us feel at ease. It was about time we tried AirBnB anyway and what a better way to experience life as a local than to stay at Alessandra's cosy apartment! It is located 10-15 minutes walk to the SMN train station and the major tourist sites in Florence. Near the apartment, there are restaurants and Carrefour Express minimarts where we bought groceries to cook simple warm meals during the winter. Alessandra was very kind to offer us tips on what to do, where to go - she wrote up a mini hand book 👍- her welcome was warm and sincere. Thank you Alessandra!