My experience with Dafi and her gorgeous apartment was the quintessential hallmark of my trip to Italy!! When I arrived - I was greeted by Dafi and her warmth was immeasurable. Once I was settled into the apartment - Dafi graciously offered to meet me for coffee the next day and show me around the beautiful city of Florence. I cannot describe the difference it made in my month long stay in Firenze. I instantly went from being a strange American tourist - to someone who knew where the best place for a fabulous cappuccino was - and the local markets to buy delicious fresh vegetables and fruits. The apartment is beautiful - the pictures are 100% accurate. The bathroom is delightful and the kitchen is perfect for cooking. The best was so comfortable that I had a hard time getting out of it some mornings. Although the apartment has no a/c - it was very cool and comfortable - in the dead of summer. (I rented the month of July) The location on San Niccolo offers the perfect combination of peace and serenity in the evenings for sleeping - and socializing in the day when I wanted to be out and about. It is a short walk to all of the museums and area attractions - but just out of reach of the crowed tourist areas. I felt as if I was having an authentic Italian adventure. I had no problems with the apartment and Dafi was so considerate to make sure that my stay was everything I had dreamed. The best part was the price - I was able to stay within a budget and yet feel like I was on a luxurious holiday in Italy. I will be telling all of my friends and family to rent Dafi's apartment - it really is a magical place to stay. I was very sad to leave and I would highly recommend staying here. I will absolutely be back next summer.