DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN.

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A table set with breakfast items in an outdoor courtyard with potted plants and a statue.
A courtyard with a statue of a reclining figure, surrounded by potted plants and steps leading up to a building with arched windows.
A room with a bed, a small table with fruit, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a balcony.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a glass bowl sink, a mirror with a decorative frame, and two wall-mounted lights.
A room with a stone wall, two antique upholstered chairs, a small wooden table, and a large abstract painting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Piazza del Duomo

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Firenze, Città Metropolitana di Firenze
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza della Signoria
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the area

Florence

Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, is home to this apartment. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Basilica of Santa Croce - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 17 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rooster Cafe Firenze - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pino's Sandwiches - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Reverse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪John Borno Caffe Firenze - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Giostra - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN.?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DUOMO, Your Private Garden in TORRE: THE SPHINX OF THE SECRET GARDEN. located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Teatro Verdi, Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio are also within 10 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Unità Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts for this charming little studio were delightful. The garden is a beautiful spot to sit. The 17th century “palace” has been in the host’s family for a century.All of their advice on restaurants and coffee were spot on, provided in a typed list.The location was great for us- not too crowded or noisy, but very close to great places to eat, drink and shop, off the beaten path places like Dante’s home. It’s 15 minutes walking distance to the major cultural sites. And the bed is comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was the perfect place to stay for our honeymoon - the courtyard is so beautiful and Stefano and Antonella were such kind and helpful hosts! Stefano gave us amazing restaurant and activity recommendations.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay in Florence! The apartment was absolutely fantastic—a beautiful, comfortable studio in an ideal location for exploring the city. Having access to the gorgeous courtyard garden was an especially lovely bonus and made the property feel like a little oasis in the heart of Florence.What really made our experience special, though, was the hospitality. Our host went above and beyond, taking the time to personally welcome us, show us around, and share thoughtful local recommendations for restaurants and things to do. It was such a warm, personal touch and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived.We couldn’t have asked for a better home base for our time in Florence and would absolutely recommend this apartment to anyone visiting the city. Thank you for such a memorable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Sphinx of the Secret Garden. The studio is small but well-equipped (kitchen sink, mini fridge, dishes and glasses, etc.) and comfortable. The complimentary bottle of champagne and fresh fruit waiting for us at check in was a beautiful touch. What makes the apartment truly special is its setting. Stepping off a busy Florence street into the apartment and secluded garden, with its Renaissance portico, remarkable sphinx sculpture, and medieval tower, felt like discovering a hidden piece of the city's history. Some of the masonry (which from our research is likely from the original 13th century tower) has been left exposed inside the studio affording a sense of history even while inside what is otherwise a modern apartment. The studio opens directly onto a courtyard that only the studio occupants can enter, making the experience more special. The location is excellent for exploring Florence on foot, yet it feels removed from the crowds once inside. The A/C is the coldest I’ve ever experienced in Europe by far! Which in itself is amazing since it can get quite hot in Florence even in the shoulder season which is when we were there. We loved our stay there and would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time here, very comfortable close to Florence attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location; comfortable

This is a great location, comfortable and helpful hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot!

This was amazing! Very kind hosts & awesome spot to stay— loved it and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good central location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location, excellent hosts with lots of great suggestions on local restaurants and getting around. The exclusive access garden is a pleasant add on to the studio. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The beautiful courtyard with blooming wisteria was an added plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florentine Stay❤️

Lovely private garden! Perfect Place for a Perfect Florentine Stay!❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location lovely outdoor space. Did not meet the hosts as they were away but had excellent communication.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location for a stay in Florence.

Perfect location! The apartment was so lovely and of course the garden was divine! I would stay again, and the owners are awesome. They were very helpful with everything from how to get there to restaurant suggestions.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2022
We (and the garden) thank for the lovely words Tammy, our first guest of the first post-pandemic season!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome apartment, great location

Best location, close to all attractions in Florence. Hosts went above and beyond to accommodate our schedule, Thanks Antonella!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Room with a view

This sweet little place is as charming as the photo. It’s small but perfect location and just enough for a vacation getaway. Beautiful view of the courtyard is an added plus
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room was very centralized in the city, very close walking distance to many of the historical sites and shopping. A slight problem at first but the host took care of it immediately for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence in the Autumn

Great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Location in Florence

Lovely room and very welcoming hosts! Excellent location. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location and Property

From the moment of reservation the hosts are wonderful. The location is central to so much we enjoyed. This studio is private and feels wonderfully secluded in the heart of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence trip

We highly recommend this property. The property owners were great and helped us identify some of the best places to see and eat. The location is private, yet in the heart of the city. We will be staying here again on future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secret Garden, Close to Everything

It’s a beautiful garden studio in an amazing old building. The hosts are responsive and knowledgeable. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, awesome hosts!

Loved it! Super great and responsive hosts. I will say the room would be SMALL for two, but as a solo traveller I loved it :)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Hi Daniela, always smiling and kind host. We were a little surprised by your review, but perhaps the reason is that you needed a two-room apartment and not a studio apartment like ours, because you needed more space for your work. The studio, we believe, has everything people need for a perfect holiday and also has the unique feature in the historic center of Florence of having exclusive access to a private garden. Last but not least, in the Sphinx we have hosted almost exclusively couples of people, of all ages. With sincere friendship :) Antonella and Stefano
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

We were very pleased to stay in this beautiful studio with private garden that is centrally located. Our hosts were very helpful and gave us nice tips. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

One to everything but away from the crowds. Beautiful property, exactly as described. This was my second stay and I will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2022
To our faithful guest Alicia, waiting to meet her again. Signed: your faithful hosts Antonella and Stefano.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pefect Place

We absolutely loved the apartment, just as advertised. Anthony met us at the door was there to help us with the luggage and patiently showed us around. I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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