Location: Santa Croce, Florence, Firenze (Florence) Province, Tuscany, Italy, Europe View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Loft + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-3)
Keywords: Loft apartment
This magnificent loft apartment is set on the 3rd floor in a 15th century Medici Palazzo. The loft apartment is 90sqm (about 1000sqft) with amazingly high ceiling of 5meters (about16ft) high. The ceiling is the original 15th century Florentine wood work (a cassettoni) that has all been finely and painstakingly preserved.
The apartment consists of an entrance hallway which leads you into the loft apartment with 2 huge cathedral windows that let a lot of light in. The flooring is the old Florentine terracotta, there is a small kitchenette with all the amenities necessary in a modern day kitchen. The bathroom has a shower and has all been finished with precious marble. The living area has been decorated with very unique antique Florentine furniture and some of the pieces are masterpieces of the old Florentine craftsmanship. One great example is the dining table that is made of marble inserts, a technique known as "Scagliola".
Seeing is believing how welcoming and beautiful this apartment is. The apartment is on the 3rd floor with no lift, so there are 70 steps, but it is all well worth the journey to this "Medici jewel". The location is exceptional, for you are stones throw to all the Florentine museums and important sites, shops, and bars and restaurants. The building itself is so centrally placed for it was said to have been built by one of the Medici for his French mistress.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In Euros)
€120-150/nt (3 nt minimum) .. €800-900/wk
20% Deposit on Confirmation and Complete Balance on Arrival
Payments Can Be Made By Bank Transfert,Certified Bank Check,Cash,Travelers Cheques
Rates Are Inclusive of All Utilities, Except Telephone Bill
Cleaning 1 times/wk for 2 hours, 10€/hour if you require extra maid service
60€ final cleaning charge
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Magnificent Loft Apartment Set in the Heart of Florence
Year Purchased: 1997
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
It’s a short walk to all the main monuments, churches and historical sites of Florence. You are just in the middle of the reinassance town and close to typical florentine restaurants, groceries and shops.
Owner's Map of Santa Croce
Owner's Map
I grew up in Florence, and I LOVE my hometown. My wife was born on the east cost of Italy and she felt in love with me while we where sailing. Now we both love to offer our precious studio to people who want to live Florence and his history. We hope you'll enjoy all that Florence has to offer. You'll want to keep coming back
Property Photos
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- Loft with two hudge windows - Florence Vacation Apartment
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- Dining room and Library of 19th century - Florence Vacation Apartment
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- Living room and grand piano Stainweg - Florence Vacation Apartment
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- Sofà bed
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- Scagliola's table of 19th century
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- The loft stage
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- 19th century bedroom on the stage
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- Marble bathroom
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- Front windows
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- 18th century San Filippo's desk
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- Dressroom
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- Paolo dI San Lorenzo pictures
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- Kitchenette with owen, 4 fires, refrigerator and washing machine
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- Hallway and 19th century library
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- Hallway corner
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- View of via Pandolfini from the windows
Traveler Reviews (9)
Great location. Wonderful hosts!
Guest: Kathy & Gord
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 01/23/12
We spent a wonderful week in this charming loft in September, 2011. All was as described though we did not have the use of a computer. We did find a cute cappuccino bar in the neighbourhood however with wifi so with our iPad, we were good to go. Though the walk up seemed daunting at first, we adjusted quickly. It was well worth the climb! Our hosts were more than helpful. They were very gracious, welcoming & generous with information as well as hospitality. We would stay there again without hesitation. Kathy & Gord from Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
53rd Birthday
Guest: Paolo
(Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 10/19/09
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
Great location, very clean, comfortable apartment. Beautiful furniture it was like staying in a private home. Everything was as promised. Perfect quiet resting place for tired tourists. Close to shops and center of city. Must be able to walk up 70 steps to top floor. Most favorite of all VBRO rentals. Every time I mention going back to Italy it's the same question. Do you think the apartment in Florence is still available?
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Exelent
Guest: nikko99
(alameda,ca)
Date of Stay: 06/10/11
Review Submitted: 07/03/11
this place was wonderful!!! it was just enough and we all loved it. every one should stay there.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
You cannot go wrong with this apartment!
Guest: Craig
(Barbados)
Date of Stay: 03/31/11
Review Submitted: 04/18/11
Very good location. Roomy, well furnished and very comfortable apartment. My girlfreind and I stayed in the apartment for 4 nights and highly recommend it. Yes there are steps, but you quickly get used to them and the accommodation is well worth the short climb. The owners were very accomodating. The photos are representative.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
Do NOT Take a Car!!!!
Guest: M
(Germany)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 01/19/11
This apartment is very pretty, and feels like going back in time. Simone and Fredericka are very nice. Short walk to the heart of Florence. Stairs - lots of steps - 70+. Bed plus sofa bed. The apt is an open design, so no privacy other than the bathroom. Apt is dark because it is very deep, had dark wood, and only two widows on the front wall. Warning - do not take a car! Simone told us "no problem, and if you get a ticket it will be the same as parking". Lie. 9 months later I get two tickets. One for parking at 62 Euro and one for driving in a restricted zone at 108 Euro. The garage about 500m away is around 25 Euro per day.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Guest: Barbara Firestone
(Placitas, New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 11/05/08
Review Submitted: 11/05/08
This was an amazing apartment and was very roomy and comfortable. It even has a grand piano in it. We thoroughly enjoyed staying there. It was in a very centrally located area of Florence within a couple of blocks of the Duomo and the Bargello and within walking distance to just about all of the "tourist" spots. Simone and Frederika live next door and so were always available if any needs arose. It is truly a beautiful apartment and we would not hesitate to stay there again.
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Guest: Brett4
(Washington Dc)
Date of Stay: 01/21/08
Review Submitted: 01/21/08
The apartment provided a perfect spot for us to enjoy the wonders of Florence. We have stayed in many privately-owned apartments during our trip. This definitely gets a double "thumbs-up": from its loction to being well furnished.
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Guest: Sylvain L'Abbe
(Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 01/21/08
Review Submitted: 01/21/08
We had a great week in Florence, great location and great apartment! It is a lovely studio, impecable and we recommand this address to friends
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Guest: Karen47
(Northampton, MA)
Date of Stay: 10/28/07
Review Submitted: 10/28/07
This is truly a fabulous apartment in an ideal location in the city. As you can see in the photos it is beautifully decorated, plenty of sunshine from the large windows, spacious, and just as wonderful as it appears. The owners are very accommodating and when we return to Florence we would love to stay at this "jewel" again.
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