Stairway to Heaven In Florence, Tuscany

Original apartment, 60 sq. m., in the tower of a prestigious historical building in the centre of Florence, very close to the river Arno with a unique panorama. The property can accommodate two persons in one double bedroom (mattress with topper) and a bathroom and it's furnished tastefully with antique furniture and paintings.Interior
The apartment is on the third and last floor of a marvelous historical building in Via Maggio, one of the finest in the whole city centre. The aristocratic building dates back to about 1470 and boasts a majestic courtyard, with a portico on three of its sides, decorated with statues.
The apartment is an authentic loft in a prestigious ancient tower, consisting of a living room with cooking area, a double bed and bathroom with shower. The large windows allow you to enjoy a unique 180-degree view of the historical city centre, the rooftops of Florence and the most prestigious monuments of the city.
The apartment is equipped with all necessary commodities, as well as beautiful antique furniture, precious textiles and pieces of art. The apartment has air conditioning, satellite TV and wifi.

Location
The property is in the historical area called “Oltrarno”: the name translates to “on the other side of the Arno” and is on the south side of the river. Oltrarno holds the true essence of Florence: a quiet area with many green spaces, making it more relaxing than other parts of the city, making it more and more appreciated by tourists. The area is also famous for its artisans, its beautiful workshops, small shops and studios (especially antique and leather dealers): via Maggio is the heart of Florence’s antique trade. Over the centuries, Oltrarno became a stylish area where many aristocrats built their palaces and villas: the largest of these is definitely Palazzo Pitti, where the Gran Duca di Toscana lived. Palazzo Pitti now hosts many of the city’s most important museums and exhibitions. The area also features the Cappella Brancacci with magnificent frescoes by Masaccio, Masolino e Filippino Lippi, Piazzale Michelangelo with its breathtaking view of Florence, the picturesque church of San Miniato (one of the highest points of the city and the best example of Romanic art in Tuscany) and Ponte Vecchio with its many jewellers and goldsmiths. Palazzo Pitti is also home to the marvellous Boboli gardens, an open-air museum with sculptures dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries.

Facilities
Stairway to Heaven has air conditioning which can be used from June to September, heating, wifi, hairdryer, toaster, iron and ironing board.

Services
The price includes bathroom, bedroom and kitchen linen, internet, heating, water and gas for cooking, 10 kWh of electricity per day (extra consumption will be charged) and final cleaning. Hired help is available upon request and to be paid for at the property.

Important Information
The building has a doorman from Monday to Friday, 8am-1pm and 2pm-6pm. Pets are not permitted. Smoking is not allowed. The property is for adults only. Arrival time is between 5 pm and 8 pm (after 8 pm a fee of 50 Euros is required). Any late arrivals have to be agreed upon in advance. According to the law established by the new Ministerial Decree for the energy saving, heating temperature must not exceed 19°. Paid parking is available in a public garage. Bicycles cannot be parked in the courtyard. On the ground floor of the building, but with access from a side street, there is a dance school.
The apartment is provided with an elevator to reach the first floor. Access to the second floor is possible through freight elevator, while access to the third floor is possible on foot via a flight of stairs.Distances
Ponte Vecchio, 0.3 km
Palazzo Pitti, 0.6 km
Palazzo Vecchio, 0.7 km
Piazza del Duomo, 0.9 km
Museo dell’Accademia (David di Michelangelo), 1.3 km
Il Bargello, 0.8 km
Piazza della Repubblica, 0.7 km
Railway station, 1.6 km
Bus stop, 0.2 km

Refundable deposit (to be handed over on arrival) per booking. In cash 100.00 Euro
Electricity upon consumption above 10 kwh/per day - per kWh (kilowatt hour) 0.60 Euro
Tourist tax per person/day 5.50 Euro