Prisco offers optimal access to all Florence, being in the city center, but also near less touristy Oltrarno & western portions. Miki & Franco are so hospitable & welcoming, & the info packet really helped enhance our culinary & shopping enjoyment.

We were conservative, w/o being too miserly, with electricity, gas & water (the stove & dishwasher work great!). The bill for the two of us, at the end of a winter-weather week, was only 25 euros extra. The bedroom was silent as a tomb, expansive, great storage. Living room & kitchen areas a bit noisier from street sounds (ear plugs and nightmask care of this). Shower pressure & water temperature, excellent. Bathroom nice & roomy. Washing machine just fine, Internet access great. Chandeliers gorgeous to behold. In all, well-appointed, nicely located and extremely comfortable, like visiting a relatives' home in Italy.

A few tips: 1) You deserve it: On your 1st day, spend 30 euros or less on flowers & enjoy the cheer & brightness it brings to your apt. each day of your stay. Takes 20 minutes tops. 2) Knopf map guides are totally the best, in addition to Rick Steves. 3) Forget bringing home meats, fruits or veggies of any kind. Cheese is OK, honey & tea. We learned the hard way at U.S. Customs, trying to bring in shrink-wrapped cinghiale salami. 4) Pay 100 euros for an Amici degli Uffizi membership (60 euros, single) to skip lines, reservations, admission fees at Uffizi, Pitti, Boboli, Bargello, Accademia, etc. It's good for a year, & easy to get when you arrive by visiting entrance #2 at the Uffizi. Took 10 min., saved hours & $. 5) The people and traffic watching from Prisco are bettern than TV! 6) Cook, some nights! That kitchen is the bomb. All the basics you need for a fresh-pasta feast from Mercato Centrale.

Overall, we'll be more than happy to return to Prisco, and to our fantastic hosts Miki and Franco. We're hoping it's available if we need it, but won't be surprised if it's not-- It's a great property! More...

The apartment is quite lovely. It is not only very spacious but it is filled with
all kinds of amenities and very much feels like “home away from home.” The
hosts could not be more accommodating. The location is wonderful—within
easy walking distance to all of the major sights of the historic central city
and we easily walked (with luggage) from the train station to get there. One
big plus, despite the fact that you overlook a busy pedestrian street, is that
the bedroom is absolutely sound proof (with windows closed). It was
extremely peaceful, right through the holidays. Italy Perfect was just about
“perfect” in giving information and answering questions and being all-
around helpful in the whole process.

Two minor challenges. First, we blew a fuse and had not been informed that
each room has a small fuse box (in the front room it hides behind the main
door and is at eye level). It was an easy fix but we were “in the dark” for a
bit of time. Second, while the hosts warned us that electricity was
expensive, we found out the gas was even more so. While we didn’t use the
very nice gas stove extensively, we were rather surprised at the amount (50
Euros) we were charged at the end of a short stay in addition to our “utilities
allowance,” making it something like $10 every time we cooked something!

Even so, we loved our stay and would absolutely try to book this place again
on our next visit.

Overall, the Prisco rental was perfect. The location was ideal, a short walk to
everything. The neighborhood provided everything we needed, shops, food,
people watching, etc. We used the local bakery, and other shops for all our
goods to prepare meals. The La Spada restaurant was a great family spot,
besides providing delicious roast take-out food. Marione, downstairs, was a
disappointment - crowded, rushed service, touristy atomophere. Your guide to
local services and shopping was accurate and helpful.

Miki recommended Giovanni, another incredible neighborhood eating
experience. Miki was also available and very helpful when needed. We made
short excussions to Fiesole, Lucca and Siena, and found it very easy to make
bus and train connections. Our stay at Prisco was very positive. What we
enjoyed most was having a local base from which we could visit the
memorable sites of Florence at our leisure. Thanks for everything.

The medieval town of Firenze is certainly a destination to experience, just as
important though are the accommodations you stay in.

Prisco was incredible from being immaculate and a well-appointed
apartment to its location~ smack in the middle of everything! Furniture
comfortable and kitchen appliances in great condition. The bathroom
modern and soooo nice!

Our host Miki and Franco (absolutely delightful and supportive) have added
special important touches we Americans like. From the body and hand soap,
extra toilet paper, kleenex, paper towels, bottle of water, wash cloth for
face, dish soap and drying rack for clothes. The bed linens and towels, very
fresh.

It was important for us to have use of a washing machine right at the
apartment. There was even an extra bathroom in the common area, along
with internet availability.

Walking right out the front door of Prisco two fabulous bakeries, eating
establishments or take out food. We could hardly believe how close we were
to our favorite restaurants, Il Latino, Sostanza, Harry's Bar, Rivoire, Hotel
d'Artes and Quatroleoni! And shop till you drop as its all around you!

Twice we traveled for the day to other towns and having the train and bus
station down the block was so convenient. Actually right across from Prisco
is a substation where you can inquire or purchase train tickets.

Its important to remember that electricity in Italy is outrageously expensive
~ so be aware and frugal with the usage.

Last but not least, Lisa at Italy Perfect was a kind on-going support person
prior to our arrival, then again after departure with the follow-up. A
pleasure to do business with her and Italy Perfect.

Can't wait till the next time we return to Firenze! Ciao!

We had an absolutely wonderful time! The Prisco Apartment worked out great
and the location was perfect! I will recommend ItalyPerfect to any of my friends
if they are traveling to Italy. Yes, we had a last minute panic in getting to the
correct train station, we hadn't realized there were two train stations in
Florence. Miki, Franco and Marco did an incredible job of getting us to the
right station.