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The apartment was very charming

Guest: Mary
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 11/18/11

The apartment was very charming and very well decorated. We loved the area, close enough to walk to everything, but in a quiet residential street with small shops. The only drawback was the noise from the neighbors who argued everyday from about 5 pm until 11 pm. It appeared that their entrance was in the next building because there was no apartment on the same floor which had a door to that side of the building. I was surprised that such an old building would not have thicker walls. I did find this quite disturbing because there was no way to address this. I realize that this is city living as I have a city apartment in Chicago and occasionally hear my neighbors, but this was every day. Dear Mary - I'm sorry to hear about arguing neighbors. Of the many reviews we've received this is the first mention of that issue. I hope, for everyone's sake, the mysterious neighbors start getting along better! Lisa at Italy Perfect

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Guest: Terri
Date of Stay: 09/10/11 Review Submitted: 10/20/11

The Anna apartment was nothing short of stunning. The quite location was a nice escape from the busy Florence streets and listening to the bells ring outside the balcony each evening was enchanting. Lots of great markets near by and although the kitchen was small it had everything needed to prepare wonderful meals. Amazing jazz CD collection and wonderful assortment of books. Felt like home. Francesca, our greeter, was so sweet and very helpful with any question we had. We can't wait to come back and return to the Anna. As well, any future trips to Italy will be booked through Italy Perfect without hesitation. I would highly recommend the Anna and Italy Perfect to my friends.

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Guest: Steve & Helen
Date of Stay: 06/17/11 Review Submitted: 07/21/11

We left a cold and snowy Canberra Australia for a hopefully relaxed few weeks in a European summer. A week in Florence was the longest planned break in the one location and included a wedding anniversary. We were not been disappointed: Warm weather, great location and a perfect retreat to be able to explore many aspects of Florence and a quick 37 minute trip to Bologna to visit the Ducati factory: A journey through Italian Art, Architecture and design, the renaissance to modern technology within 100kms. Each street in Florence invited further exploration. There was always something new to see and investigate and not only in the streets not yet travelled but also the ones we used each day. The apartment was perfect, so tastefully designed and set up. We had all we required except a masseuse at the end of the day to attend to feet. The 66 steps were great training for climbing the various heights of Florence and working off the gelato intake calories. Thank you Francesca for a warm and informative introduction to Anna’s apartment and thanks to Lisa and Italy Perfect for a well detailed and well organised stay in Florence. We can happily recommend both the apartment and Italy perfect.

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Guest: Kathy & Dave
Date of Stay: 04/30/11 Review Submitted: 05/23/11

Anna was just what we were looking for! This adorable apartment was wonderful! It was just what I wanted- authentic Italian apartment. It was comfortable and all we needed while visiting Florence. It had everything we needed in a neat little package! I loved the location- somewhat away from the "touristy" area, but really was pretty close when we were walking. The view of Santo Spirito church steeple from the porch was amazing! I would definitely recommend this apartment; and this rental company, to my friends (I already have!). They were so helpful in making the arrangements, and the greeter, Francesca, was punctual and thoroughly explained all we needed to know about the apartment. She arranged for a taxi to pick us up on our departure morning, so we wouldn't have to struggle to do it! I hope to use this company again when traveling in Europe. You will love Florence if you love art, beautiful architecture, walking & exploring, and gelato!!

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Guest: Rochelle
Date of Stay: 04/25/11 Review Submitted: 05/13/11

Anna's apartment deserves the highest praise that anyone might expect or even dream of having while in Florence. It was actually difficult to leave it. The photos don't capture the romance of its location and the exquisiteness of its design. I found myself waking up at different hours of the evening just to capture the changing light surrounding the church steeples. After a beautiful day of exploring Florence and its many museums, craftshops, antique galleries, etc my husband and I looked forward to Anna's quiet apartment. She provided every detail of a lovely home: books, music, photos, paintings, well-stocked kitchen, hand painted tiles, cozy living room with high ceilings, immaculate bathroom and a romantic bedroom. Whatever question one may have while traveling in Italy, Anna provided historical books as well as guide texts. It was such a lovely spot to spend a holiday or vacation and actually difficult to leave her library! She introduced me to Mary McCarthy's Stones of Italy. I am looking forward to returning. And, yes, I would recommend Italy Perfect to all my friends.

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Guest: Deborah & Rick
Date of Stay: 11/29/10 Review Submitted: 01/05/11

Six days in this lovely apartment were magical in beautiful Firenze. The Anna apartment is beautifully decorated and designed, and well appointed for eating in, entertaining or just relaxing in the cozy living area or balcony. Views from the balcony added to the ambiance with night and day views of the duomo and campanile of S. Spirito and tile rooftops. The 66 steps from the building entrance were not so daunting once you knew what was at the top end of them! Location is about as good as it gets, unless you want to be in the middle of tourist traffic and noise. We loved wandering residential streets, shoppings in local markets and grabbing an espresso and pastry in one of the many nearby cafes. While somewhat off the beaten path, nothing is a long walk in Florence, and we felt more like locals than tourists in this area, where one might have to speak some Italian to get by more than on the other side of the Arno River. There are numerous ristorante and trattoria on Via S. Spirito or nearby streets, many not so tourist driven. Quattro Leoni and Camillo are two of our favorite local ristorante, both in Oltrarno region. We found no need to venture to the other side of the Arno for dinner and enjoyed exploring streets for lesser known places. If you are interested in artisan shops for mosaics, leather, fabric, lighting, paper goods, etc., they abound in Oltrarno, but nothing is inexpensive. It is a wonderful area to window shop! Traveling in late November/early December has its advantages as there are few tourists. We entered all museums, shops, cafes, etc. without waiting or dealing with crowds. Weather was in the 50s, but more cloudy than not; however, we felt quite lucky to have found a clear 6-day window in Firenze during the rainy season. We rented this apartment and a car, and rented a cell phone, all through Italy Perfect. We felt completely prepared for our adventure and were well versed on what the apartment offered and all other areas of Flirenze thanks to our friendly and efficient greeter. I recommend Italy Perfect highly, as they made this part of our European adventure a seamless and relaxing experience. We look forward to booking again, hopefully the Anna apartment for longer!

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Guest: Abby
Date of Stay: 11/06/10 Review Submitted: 12/02/10

The Anna apartment was amazing and suited our needs perfectly. We loved the location as it was close to everything but with a nice residential/neighborhood feel that we really enjoyed. The space itself was lovely and comfortable, with a beautiful view of Santo Spirito. There is a great selection of books of all kinds, guidebooks included, written in English. You would be fine if you left all books at home. We shopped at the markets and had breakfast at home each day — perfect way to start our exploring and site-seeing. We did not have any issues with the apartment, though you should expect typical residential noises as you are in a unit amongst many. The neighborhood was wonderful — so many good restaurants, interesting shops, and small streets to explore. We particularly liked the restaurant Casalinga (and Quattro Leoni is a treat). Francesca, our greeter, was friendly and thorough, and gave us many good suggestions. We loved "Anna" and would go back.

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Guest: Mark
Date of Stay: 09/26/10 Review Submitted: 04/07/11

My wife and I were totally impressed with our Italy Perfect experience from start to finish. Booking the apartment in Florence was efficient with prompt communication back and forth. The information package they sent was very useful and complete. The Anna apartment was excellent and the location was great: it was close enough to the attractions to be convenient but in a quiet neighbourhood. There was a great little Bar right across the street where we could get our morning cafe when we didn't make our own in the apartment. There were also 2 good restaurants on our block that we enjoyed. Just around the corner was a market and there were other stores within a couple blocks where we could get food. The greeter was very helpful in showing us the apartment and even went with me in the car to show me a nearby parking garage. Our stay at Anna was a great introduction to Italy and I would definitely use Italy Perfect again

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Guest: Donna
Date of Stay: 09/14/10 Review Submitted: 10/08/10

When we found the Anna apartment on Italy Perfect... We immediately started planning our trip to Italy! Anna lived up to all of our expectations... and then some! Great location, great view... we wished we could have stayed longer! Our greeter, Francesca was charming and very helpful. Embrace the stairs... it helps with the gelato consumption... LOL!!! Definitely use the binder in the apartment, it is filled with great recommendations from previous guests! The most amazing thing happened while enjoying the view from our balcony on our last night... He said "Marry Me" and she said "Yes!"

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Guest: Victoria
Date of Stay: 06/14/10 Review Submitted: 06/27/10

We stayed here for our honeymoon and we wanted somewhere that was quiet and romantic but close to all the sites of Florence. This apartment was perfect. It is incredibly romantic, has everything you would ever need and an amazing view of Santo Spirito. Located in that neighbourhood, south of the arno, it is a short walk over Ponte Vecchio to anything you might want to do on the north side of the city, but removed from all the hustle and bustle of tourists. There are also great restaurants in the area. In relation to other reviews shared. The steps are not bad at all! Also, mosquitoes were not a problem with repellant incense. We also, cannot say enough about the service provided both locally and from the States through Italy Perfect. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this for any couple wanting to visit Florence!

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Guest: Karen and David
Date of Stay: 06/08/10 Review Submitted: 06/19/10

We found that the apartment was just as it was presented on your website, truly beautiful and very Italian. We didn't want to stay in a generic appartment that could be found in any city or country in the world, we wanted to have an Italian experience and we feel that your apartment helped us achieve this. The location was terrific, very central, just a five minute walk to the Ponte Vecchio. It was the little things that made all the difference, the information pack received before hand, the friendly greeter who explained everything about the apartment (including how to use the washing machine), the books and music collection available for use.Perhaps best of all was the restaurant recommendations. We actually visited quite a few and found them to be just as described. The only slight drawback would be the stairs to the apartment, but I guess it explains why Italians can eat all that wonderful food and still be slim, exercise! We would highly recommend this apartment to anyone who wanted to pretend to be Italian, even if only for a week!

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Guest: Linda M.
Date of Stay: 05/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

Awoke to the melodious sound of church bells ringing in the distance. An apt introduction to the quiet spirituality of the ancient city of Firenze. Overlooking red-tiled roofs and the dome and bell tower of the understated Church of Santo Spirito, the tastefully appointed 'Anna' Apartment does not disappoint. Filled with resplendent tomes of the art and architecture of this magnificent Florentine city, the romantic refuge tempts travels to spend the day lazing in the apartment purveying the many titles to attain a sense of the history and beauty of Renaissance Florence. However the beauty and spiritual masterpieces of Sandro Botticelli and the detailed frescoes of Masaccio, Giotto, and Fra Angelico beckoned from just outside my door . . . The 'Anna' apartment is superbly located on the south bank of the Arno River in the Oltrarno 'beyond the Arno,' a peaceful area of the city of Florence replete with resounding church bells, peaceful cafes, Florentine artisans,and daily markets.

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Guest: Catherine R.
Date of Stay: 04/25/10 Review Submitted: 05/14/10

Wonderful apartment right near everything in Florence. There are so many special touches in the apartment, it's hard to know where to start. The apartment is very inviting with the arrangement, decor, and light - also very clean. Even though we have been married for 22 years, it felt like a honeymoon suite. There are several flights of stairs and we always appreciated the exercise getting to our comfortable nest away from the hustle and bustle of Florence after a day of exploring. There are loads of books on Florence, Italy, and assorted other subjects, if you like to relax with a book. It is furnished with everything one could need while away on vacation. The bed is extremely comfortable and the apartment is quiet at night. The bath was great. We had plenty of hot water and water pressure. We visited in the spring and loved sleeping with the windows open. The washer worked well and we hung out our laundry just like the locals. This apartment is obviously used by the owner and is lovingly cared for. We felt very privileged to rent it for a week.

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Guest: TLCbyLYNDA (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/13/10 Review Submitted: 05/03/10

I fell in love with the Anna on line last summer & booked it immediately to hold our spot for April. It was our first visit to Italy & I wanted our vacation to start out special. When we first arrived I reached Mauricio after several trys and he told us he was out of town and that I should call him back before leaving the airpot. After calling back repeatedly, standing in the airport and not reaching him, we decided to go find the apartment on our own, not knowing if someone would be there to let us inside. That was a bit scarry, and I started to wonder if booking through VRBO was such a good idea. After about 45 calls with no results, I was finally connected & we were much relieved. This is definitely an apartment for honeymooners, as the 66 narrow steps were quite a feat for anyone out of shape. I was glad I had been on the stairmaster for the last year, unlike my husband, with some knee problems. The apartment was wonderful in everyway and a great reprieve after a busy day of sights. We just made sure we only went in & our once a day. That didn't always happen. The first night there, the heat wasn't working & in the morning the shower was barely dribbling out, not good after a long flight. But Mauricio took care of it all and we were very comfortable for the rest of our stay. Overall a pleasant stay, but I doubt that we will be searching VRBO in the future.

Owner response:We are pleased that this guest found the apartment to be wonderful in every way and a reprieve from sightseeing. We are sorry about her arrival experience and can understand how it must have been worrisome not to reach the greeter. The greeter's cell phone did not show any missed calls so we don't know why their "45" (maybe this should read "4 or 5"?) subsequent calls from the airport did not go thru. His phone was indeed working since their first call went thru fine and they were able to reach him a bit later. There must have been a language misunderstanding as he was not leaving to go out of town when she called, as evidenced by the fact that he came by the next morning to quickly resolve the water pump and heater issue. We are so sorry the greeter forgot to show them how to switch on the water pump and water heater during the check in process and have reviewed our check in process to ensure this does not happen again. The lack of elevator and number of steps are described in detail in the apartment information so these guests knew what to expect. In the end, after a stressful arrival, we are pleased that everything worked out well and that these guests enjoyed their stay.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 11/03/09 Review Submitted: 11/02/09

This was our second stay in Anna. We absolutely love staying there and look forward to returning every year. We are fortunate enough to be able to spend time in Firenze each October and Anna is a large part of that joy. The collection of music and books is an adventure in itself. I have spent many afternoons in the apartment traveling to distant places engrossed in the music and stories that live there. The location of Anna is absolutely perfect, the decor is comfortable and inviting, and the peace and quiet found there is a rare gem in Firenze. Having a washing machine makes it so easy to pack and makes me feel like a local when I hang my things out to dry on the line. The bells are so much fun to hear and the bed is very comfortable. Our favorite tratoria by far in Firenze is PANDAMONIO. We have been going there for 10 years. The address is on Via Dei Leone. You will completely enjoy staying in Anna while in Firenze. It is a fantastic spot to return to after a day in the city. Courtney Bosca, Gahanna, Ohio

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 10/21/09 Review Submitted: 10/20/09

We were very impressed with the apartment. It had everything that was promised in the description and more. We enjoyed all the books on the area, as well as the music collection (it is great if you love jazz). The only problem was that it was so comfortable that my wife did not want to go out of the apartment. The location was nice. Adam C, Cottonwood, AZ

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 10/03/09 Review Submitted: 10/02/09

We had TWO greeters when we arrived in town, one via the phone (he was GREAT) and one at the apartment itself. She was a sweetheart. Upon arrival, (and after climbing six staircases), she explained where EVERYTHING in the apartment was. The location is absolutely FABULOUS. It is in a QUIET area, but close enough to all the tourist attractions. The VIEW is GREAT. It is a quiet, tucked-away view that shows a Duomo glowing at night. The apartment has ALMOST everything you could ever want. One suggestion would be to have at LEAST some bottled water in the fridge for guests who have just arrived in town and haven't yet been to the market. We only had one complaint with the apartment: due to the heat (yes, in October it was still warm out) we WANTED to be able to leave the door to the porch OPEN at night ... but due to the CRAZY MOSQUITOES, we were UNABLE. The one little fan really did NOT do it for us. So, we were hot in the evenings/at night. An additional fan or two, or A/C would REALLY REALLY help. Except for that ONE glitch, we LOVED the apartment and would DEFINITELY stay there again, except only in COLD weather next time. Enjoyed our stay and HIGHLY recommend it. Michelle, Daytona Beach, F

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 09/30/09 Review Submitted: 09/29/09

It's all in the details and full of style. Cozy, private, with that European chic lived-in flavor. The location provides church bells ringing, but not screaming scooter traffic noise. I would and will recommend this flat to anyone visiting Firenze. The only detail I would have enjoyed was a bathtub. And..the mosquitoes were a nuisance if we wanted the door to remain open at night for fresh air. Grazie! Lucy R. Portland, Oregon [Note: Anti-mosquito plug in's are provided & an electric fan too.]

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/03/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

What an amazing place. Just got back from my honeymoon there and I couldn't be happier. The apartment is exactly what you'd expect from the pictures, and an exceptional home base for exploring Florence. Lots of great restaurants around (particularly loved Dante on the corner, plus Gelateria La Carraia a few doors down from that!), easy to access everything but still feels like a real neighborhood. The stairs are painful but I'm happy to say I managed to have gelato twice a day and not gain any weight thanks to the forced exercise. Service was terrific overall, although not allowing for a late check-in is inconvenient if (like us) you get jerked around by the airlines and then have to end up paying for the apartment and a hotel as well [Latest check in time is 10 pm - Lisa]. However, overall I thought extremely highly of Italy Perfect and of the fabulous Anna Apartment and can't wait for my next visit! Melissa, Palo Alto, CA

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/03/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

The Anna apartment was perfect and had everything one could possibly need. The service from booking to exit was great. Location of the apartment is also perfect; close to everything, yet away from the crowds. Kristine Miller, Kapaa, HI

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 03/03/09 Review Submitted: 03/02/09

If you need any sort of endorsements, wildly positive opinions or whatever, we stand ready to give them. My God, the apartment was fantastic! And the Anna diet (66 stairs, I think it was) was a great bonus, too. We have told everyone about Italy Perfect, or at least those whom we deem Worthy. You have an absolutely wonderful, elegant service. Thank you so much! Elaine & Bob Nerrie, Emerald Hills, California

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 01/03/09 Review Submitted: 01/02/09

It was absolutely perfect !!! So charming and our time was complete magic. We would take time in our day to return to Anna just to enjoy the apartment. The location was fantastic. We walked everywhere and loved being in that neighborhood. Your service was great. There was not one complaint. I look forward to using your company again. Thank you for everything!!! Ciao!!! Blair St. John, Los Angeles

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 11/03/08 Review Submitted: 11/02/08

We had a fabulous time staying in Anna. We have rented many apartments in Florence through the years and this is by far our most favorite! It is quiet, beautifully decorated, perfectly located, has a comfy bed, a fabulous window to look out from, church bells nearby, a workable kitchen, a great book, map, info collection and is a wonderful place to return to after a day of working in the leather tanneries or sight seeing.The shower has a nice strong spigot and hot water (sometimes unusual in Italy). Having a washing machine is a real treat and the laundry line really give you the feeling of being in Europe.Anna is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood and is near all of our favorite places. The view out the window is spectacular and there is great hanging space and places for clothes to be put away (this is also unusual in Italy). The hot water in the bathroom sink did not work when we were there. We were hoping that it would be fixed when we were there but it was not. I am sure that it has been fixed by now. That is the ONLY problem that we had and we managed just fine.The fact that there is no elevator might be a problem for some but we loved having that exercise after big meals. I even used it for exercise in the mornings going up and down many many times.The CD collection is a great plus. My late afternoons were often spent listening to beautiful Italian opera, reading my book on the comfortable couch with the window opened, and having a cup of tea. This is paradise to me. We love to cook at home when we are in Florence and did that quite a few times on this trip. We would go to the market in the mornings and come home and make dinners or lunches in the apartment. The kitchen is small but very workable.The apartment is not large but has the most well thought out floor plan and has everything that you might need. The way it is layed out makes you feel like it is much larger. We could easilly spend a month or two in Anna and love every minute of it.We completely enjoyed ourselves in Anna and will most definately stay there again as we travel to Florene twice a year.Lisa from ItalyPerfect was great and incredibly helpful. She talked over different choices with me and helped me to choose. We were met at the apartment right on time and everything was explained to us. Lisa was very helpul to us when I forgot all of my info that she had provided us with before our departure. She was quick to m

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 11/03/08 Review Submitted: 11/02/08

Staying in the Anna apartment was the highlight of our month long European trip. The apartment is exquisite! The furnishings, the colors, the light, the view out the balcony. Even the climb up the stairs wasn't nearly as bad as we feared. The location was perfect: close to everything but not in the midst of the crowds of tourists. I think it was the most satisfying accommodation I've ever experienced traveling. The one thing that I think would improve the apartment is an internet connection. I would definitely stay there again, and I would definitely book through Italy Perfect again. Your service and information was magnificent. Altogether a great experience! Thank you! Robert Jessup, Denton, TX

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 07/03/08 Review Submitted: 07/02/08

Thank you for providing such wonderful service. Our stay was a dream and I am already entertaining thoughts about returning next year. Summers in Florence at "the Anna", I could get used to that. C. Peterson, Seattle, Washington

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/03/08 Review Submitted: 06/02/08

The view over the rooftops is breathtaking. The apartment is very tastefully designed and the space was so well organized if felt much large than anticipated from the photographs on the web site. The location could not have been better - close to all the Florentine sights and close to the heart of Santo Spirito - the crafts people in their workshops and everyday shopping - everything was so accessible. It was an oasis to come back to after being out all day. It is hard to believe that the apartment was a couple of minutes from the Pitti Palace and not a sound could be heard. The linens for the bed and towels were excellent - lots of hot water, the books and the music etc. We went to Rome and Cinque Terra - both of which are easily accessible by train (the train station in Florence was within walking distance). The trains in Italy are excellent and seem to be on time! Having stayed at apartments in USA and Europe .. this apartment is first class (ambience, comfort, privacy, cleaniness, nice bathroom with lots of hot water, comfortable bed and a view to die for). What more can you wish for ... A wonderful experience ... from the first connection with our greeter to our last moments - the greeter even organized a taxi to airport - she was wonderful. I have no hesitation in recommending this apartment to anyone and would love to spend more time there in the future. Helen O'Callaghan, Denver, Colorado

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/03/08 Review Submitted: 06/02/08

Everything about the apartment was great and the location was terrific. We had a wonderful time. Mark Lipman, San Francisco, California

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Date of Stay: 05/03/08 Review Submitted: 05/02/08

The Anna apartment in Florence was terrific. John Kendrick, Frankfort, Illinois

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Date of Stay: 05/03/08 Review Submitted: 05/02/08

The apartment was lovely - perfect for us just as you had indicated. We have just come from renting a flat for a week in Paris and we thought we were very lucky until we arrived here. Someone has really put a lot of thought and love into this place. Jill Bryan, Ottowa, Ontario

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 04/03/08 Review Submitted: 04/02/08

We had a wonderful trip. The Anna apartment exceeded my expectations. I am telling everyone about ItalyPerfect and can't wait to come back! I will definitely look no further when planning our next trip to Italy. Thanks for all you did to make our trip such a success. Heather Carlson, Nampa, Idaho

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 07/03/07 Review Submitted: 07/02/07

The apartment was perfect. So beautifully furnished and had everything we could possibly need from rubberbands to light bulbs. We were amazed how such a small space could be so well organized and comfortable. Our main concerns when traveling in Europe are always the bed (comfort) and the bathrooms. Both were perfect. The balcony had a wonderful view especially in the evening. It was centrally located to everything and we found wonderful restaurants very nearby and some of our favorites were on our street. The only drawback was the many stairs as Gail broke her foot the day before we left for our trip. Even without a broken foot these were a challenge. We had a great stay and look forward to returning to Firenze! Thanks for your help. Rhonda Wien, Solon, Ohio

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 07/03/07 Review Submitted: 07/02/07

Our Anna arrangements went off without a hitch, thank you. Our greeter, Elisa, was adorable -- very helpful and cheerful. The apartment was hot, but it was charming and we loved the location! Thank god for the fan! You all were very organized and we look forward to booking through you in the future. Melissa Shepard, Apex, North Carolina

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Date of Stay: 07/03/07 Review Submitted: 07/02/07

I'm afraid that our trip to Firenze was not just great, it was absolutely charmed. It wasn't that we had a stunning view apartment overlooking a minor Brunelleschi dome and campanile complete with falcons and swifts and kestrels which I watched each evening as the crepuscular lightshow shifted languorously over the piazza in a stunningly perfect, quiet location in the ancient neighborhood of Santo Spirito, it wasn't just that we saw a zillion works of transcendent art, bathed in an omnipresent marvelous architectural ambience, landscapes and vistas, villas and gardens, plus many out of the way special places devoid of tourists and crowds, ate delicious local fish and vegetables and breads washed down with superb inexpensive Chiantis in our apartment, or that the full moon came up over said dome the first three nights we were there. No, it was that these stunning experiences would probably not have been possible without the charming repose AND the countless practical advantages inherent in the Anna apartment in the quiet, neighborhood oasis of Santo Spirito. The lovely, ever-changing vista from the balcony, the ancient ambience of the architecture inside and out, the tastefully chosen furniture and interior design of the space itself, the stimulating variety of books and CDs on the shelves plus the perfect re-modeling effort which was obviously done with both cultivation and aesthetic intelligence ––– all of these splendid elements conspired to produce an immediate and most welcoming feeling of "Home" each time we walked through the door. Many thanks again for your professionalism and kindness in making our stay so special. Thomas Ager, Seattle, Washington

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/03/07 Review Submitted: 06/02/07

We loved the Anna apartment. Outstanding location, cute as a button decor, and it was super well-stocked with information that helped the trip. R. Vaupel, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 04/03/07 Review Submitted: 04/02/07

The apartment was wonderful, and we felt like we could have stayed forever. It was very comfortable. Having the books and CDs available was an added benefit that we hadn't expected. The books were a great reference to the area, to the Italian language, cookbooks. It seemed like we had everything we needed. The location was also great for us. All in all, it was a wonderful trip and we would love to stay there again in the future. Joe & Amira Healy, San Francisco, California

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