Four of us shared this beautiful apartment for five nights Sept 10th- 15th. Comparing it another beautiful apartment we stayed at in Venice overlooking a square- this Florence apartment had a better equipped kitchen, full- size coffee maker, comfortable bed ( we slept on the lower level bedroom), air conditioning that worked great ( in the bedrooms) high speed internet that I had no problem uploading the days videos to Facebook, an elevator, and a to die for 360 degree view of Florence from rooftop terrace. We spent most mornings having coffee and every evening on the terrace (with our wine and appetizers)- before heading out to a fabulous dinner. There is a really great market just down the street that has anything you could imagine. Regarding the apartment, from the street you enter through a large (20'?) massive arched door that looks like a entrance to a castle. There is also a small door (within the door) you can use entering and exiting- but we used the large door when we first arrived with all of our luggage. Be prepared for a tiny dark elevator that can hold 4 people sandwiched together- or two people with luggage. Very important- remember to close firmly both sets of elevator doors upon entering AND exiting. If you don't firmly close the doors on exiting-it will incapacitate the elevator for all the other apartment guests in the building.
We all felt the location was perfect- literally walking distance to all the main attractions, yet quieter on the other side of the Arno River. Great local (non-tourist)restaurants and shops half a block away. Some of the furniture could be improved upon as far as maybe adding a couple side tables in the family room and a little more comfortable seating (terrace chairs)- but folks, this is as good as it gets for the price. Communication with Cosimo and Saverio was outstanding- quick responses and great recommendations. Always felt comfortable they were legit. We would return in a heartbeat!
Richard Sharpe
Scottsdale AZ