I cannot say enough positive things about our stay. First, Giuseppe is an outstanding communicator. Not only does he respond quickly, but he was pleasant, friendly, and willing to answer our questions at all times. We got into Florence before check-in and he arranged for us to drop our luggage off at the apartment as soon as we got in. By the time we left the train station he messaged and told us we could go ahead and check in early! On top of that, they allowed us to check out a little later the next day to allow us time to pick up our rental car.
We found the apartment to be beyond our expectations. It was stylish, modern, yet had a classic Tuscan “feel”. The entire place is set up in a way that invites you to relax and feel at home. As an artist I highly appreciate Paloma’s design aesthetic.
The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom was pristinely clean, had plenty of hot water, and all of the amenities you could want, including a hair dryer and nice, fluffy towels. When you first enter the building, make sure you turn the light on so you can see to get to the first floor! There are two very short flights of stairs to get to the apartment. There’s a light switch at the landing to go down.
We stay in Air BnBs when we can because we want to get a taste of how the locals live, and this apartment hits the spot. The location is excellent—just a few hundred yards from the basilica of Santa Croce, restaurants, and coffee shops. It’s a short, pleasant walk to the Duomo, and about a 20 minute walk to the train station. You can be across the Arno in about 20 minutes as well. If you make that trek be sure to get gelato at the Gelateria of Santa Trinita! Also check out the restaurant, Bordino, on the other side of the Ponte Vecchio.
I’m thinking about spending the summer studying in Florence next year and I would stay in Giuseppe and Paloma’s apartment again if it’s available. Thanks for such a welcoming and wonderful stay!