Our stay with Maria was perfection! I would normally hesitate to stay with someone - I prefer to have our own space. But, Maria and her place proved me wrong. First, she graciously greeted us at the train station and used a hand held device to translate so we could understand each other (We speak English and only know very little Spanish and Italian. She is fluent in French, Spanish, and Italian.). Then, she allowed us to check in early with a lovely aperitif and made sure we had all we needed. She was discreet and quiet. It was like having someone to tend to your needs but not be present in less you needed something. Amazing. Next, she made us THE most incredible homemade gluten free (We have celiac.) breakfasts we could ever imagine. These were hearty, only need to snack the rest of the day, kind of breakfasts. I have a severe sensitivity and she was impeccably attentive to details related to my health. Finally, when time to leave I was not feeling well. She was so kind and offered rest in the living room or terrace until I felt secure to travel. We were able to leave on time and she checked on us as we traveled. Oh, and her apartment has an incredible view and was immaculately clean - like the cleanest apartment I’ve stayed in during many many Airbnb stays! Maria was the most thoughtful, discreet, kind, and generous host we could have even hoped for!