This is a modern studio apartment in a renovated former shoe factory just outside the main part of the historic center. Carolina is a great host who went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable. There are some little quirks in the apartment, so listen to Carolina when you check in so you know how everything works! I stayed three weeks, and my biggest concern going in - having never been to Florence - was whether the location which is outside the historic center would prove to be too far to enjoy the sights. The answer turned out to be absolutely not - It is an easy and short walk to get into the historic center, but meanwhile, I turned out to love the immediate neighborhood - it has great cafes (Caffe Piansa), restaurants (Il Barrino), bakeries, wine shops, a sfuzi wine guy, and its just outside the tourist hordes which turns out to be really nice for a longer stay. About 5 blocks walking gets you to San Ambroglio with its terrific market, cafes, bars and restaurants, and from there you are in the center and classic historic Florence. I had a great time and can't wait to stay again. Thank you Carolina!