Leaving the train station, we walked through one intersection and found ourselves in a wonderful plaza in front of the Santa Maria Nouvella. Children & adolescents are playing outdoor games, a small musical band is playing, people are dining and relaxing in the outdoor restaurants lining the plaza on one side and small hotels surround the plaza. Two obelisks are position at each end of the plaza and served as the marking posts, for chariot races! After our travel, we feel transported simply by our walk through this area. Down a little side street, we find our apartment and we are promtly met by a friend of Elly's, who gives us a quick tour. Elly comes by that night. She's warm, welcoming, candid, humorous and helpful. As the week progresses, we find her recommendations to be perfect! The picture doesn't do the place justice. It is very comfortable and complete. The ceilings are high and the rooms are very generously sized. We adored the location. Just a bit away from the river and 2 bridges up from the Ponte Vecchio, we were able to reach all the sites that were important to us in no time at all. Loved the apartment! Loved our visit in Florence!
Gloria & Phillip Villari