The location was perfect--2 minutes from the Uffizi, 4 from Santa Croce, great food and shopping within steps. Don't miss out on the famous 5 euro focaccia sandwich shop All'Antico Vinaio which is just at the corner: Tell them you want the best sandwich, let them choose the ingredients, you'll be happy, I promise.

The pictures are completely accurate, and the two bedrooms and the living room are all quite large. Comfortable beds, about as firm as at a typical U.S. hotel. Sizable shower in the bathroom as well, a pleasant surprise since I'm 6'2".

Personally I loved the updated, well-appointed kitchen, and I got OK at making Italian-style espresso on the stovetop with the Bialetti that was in the kitchen. The host met us right on time and even called a cab for us at our request when we left.

Everything was easy and pleasant, strongly recommended as long as (like us) you don't mind walking up a couple of flights of somewhat steep stairs.