Melania is an outstanding host! She is a great communicator and a very attentive host. She made our extended stay in Firenze a dream come true! Melania gave us great tips about places to eat, especially Cesarino's--we ate there four times!
Melania's apartment is located in the perfect area, just a few blocks away from the extreme tourist hustle and bustle. Walking from the apartment is easy and close to everything. Two bus stops nearby make it easy to go anywhere you would ever want to go in and around Florence. The apartment is a gem with one hell of a view of the Duomo 24 hours a day. From the terrace, you can watch the colors of the evening sky change from blue and yellow to the browns, oranges, and purples of sunset--truly miraculous! The kitchen is well equipped for cooking on your own. There are plenty of dishes to hold a family and friends dinner. The bathroom is a perfectly normal Italian bathroom providing everything necessary for extended or short stays. The bedroom has ample room for whatever excess clothing you might bring. The bed is so comfy...I slept like a baby every night. I don't know what more to say, we stayed for 46 days, from the swelteringly hot end of summer days to rainy and cold early winter, and loved every minute.
The elevator is an absolute riot. At first, you might be skeptical, but after getting the hang of it, this is the cutest little lift you'll probably ever see.
I would stay with Melania again and again because I trust her to take care of me if I need anything. She is so very informative about her apartment, all information is upfront and honest. When we had a need, Melania was there in a hurry. I could not ask for a better host. If I make it back to Florence, I am calling Melania. Thank you for everything!