There was no description of the layout of the flat provided and had there been we would probably not have booked it as an older couple due to the number of steps involved to the living area.
There is a lovely courtyard with table , chairs and parasol (for sole use but overlooked by the surrounding houses ) which leads into the attractive vaulted brick ceilinged bedroom downstairs. Downstairs there is also the very small bathroom containing a washbasin, toilet and shower ( no bidet ). There is a corner spiral wooden staircase in the bedroom which leads to a mezzanine after 10 steps, enough room for a large single bed. The staircase continues for another 10 or so steps up to the small dining room and kitchen area. In the dining room are two small comfy chairs , behind the table which is too big for the room size and number of people and if it was smaller would create a greater feeling of living rather than dining space. The dining room and kitchen area are warm, light and bright, the bedroom and bathroom not so much. You can access the courtyard from the kitchen balcony, down a steep staircase. An 'upside down' arrangement of the flat as the living area is upstairs.
Paola was very welcoming and helpful , telling us about the nearest supermarkets , good restaurants , rubbish collection etc.The position of the flat for visiting lovely Lucca was perfect.