if you’re thinking about staying here: DO IT.
pros about the area:
•we were close to EVERYTHING:
-our favorite ristorante was literally a minute walk from the apartment: Chicco Di Cafè! And there’s another cafe right next to it that serves American style breakfast but we didn’t eat there.
-the main train station (S.M.N) was a 20 min walk away
-so many shopping areas were about 15 min away including the infamous Ponte Vecchio bridge
cons: none🚫
pros about the apartment & it’s amenities:
•the most A M A Z I N G view that I’ve ever had. It’s in a local area so you have a view of what real Florence is, not just what’s hyped about it. & some hidden views from small windows upstairs show more of the “city” skyline.
•the decor is minimal & practical but so cute. I loved it because it didn’t feel cramped & was super comfortable & homey.
•the hot tub was to die for, & the jets work! There’s also a window above your head so it was so relaxing.
Cons:
(Every con except for the final one are due to our own preferences)
•there are FOUR flights of steep stairs to climb to reach the apartment. My boyfriend & I are both 19 y/o & pretty in shape so it wasn’t much of a problem, but it definitely would be for the elderly/disabled. There is NO elevator. The floors also are completely dark at night so you’ll need a flashlight to see! (But the view is so worth it IMO)
•the ceilings are super low in the upstairs bedroom, tub area & living room. I’m 5’1 so it was perfect for me, but I’m shorter than the average bear; my boyfriend is 6’0 and had to constantly duck & bend over to get around.
•the water pressure sucks, but it’s due to the age of the building!
•It is COLD in the winter, we tried to adjust the thermostat but it just wouldn’t warm up. It could’ve been a deeper mechanical issue, but we were only there for 3 days & thick socks & sweaters solved our problem.
•2 sets of towels were left & they were thin, so if you need more either ask the hosts or bring your own! They were fine for the time we were there.
•finally, it was a bit dusty. The plates, cups, utensils, pots & pans. I recommend rinsing anything you’re gonna use before using it.
OVERALL: the cons DO NOT outweigh the pros, and we’d absolutely stay here every time we’re in Florence. I only mentioned the cons bc those are the things I look for in reviews to make sure the apartment will fit my needs & this one definitely did. The hosts are wonderful people who will take care of you & I’m so glad I chose to stay here.