Luxury home, premier location with complimentary wine tasting upon arrival

Stylish 3-Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of the Oltrarno

SPECIAL OFFER: Savor the Local Flavor: Book for a minimum of 3 nights and enjoy a complimentary wine tasting on your arrival day at a local enoteca.

Oltrarno VM48 is a beautifully renovated, contemporary, and cozy — this luxurious family apartment offers the perfect blend of comfort and elegance located in Florence’s central Via Maggio.

This home offers guests:

- Premier central location in historical Florence
- A private courtyard – ideal for relaxing evening drinks
- 3 deluxe bedrooms - with 2 with en-suite bathrooms
- Fully equipped, professional-grade kitchen
- Spacious and elegant living room for quality family time
- Personalized Check-In - feel right at home from the start
- Complimentary family wine from Chianti available in the apartment at no extra cost
- Exclusive wine tasting experience - included with your stay!

Prime Location: nestled in the historic artisan quarter of Via Maggio, just steps from Ponte Vecchio and Piazza Pitti, this apartment offers a glimpse of Pitti Palace from the windows.

Explore Florence’s hidden gems all within easy walking distance:

- Artisan shops (leather, jewelry, marbled paper, bespoke shoes)
- Trendy restaurants & wine bars
- Top-rated gelaterias & gourmet bistros
- Museums, galleries & antique stores
- Supermarkets and grocery stores
- Charming trattorias and osterias

Traveling with children? Ask us about hands-on marbled paper workshops!

The Apartment:

Size: 212 sqm
Sleeps: up to 7 guests
Floor: 1st (with elevator)

Layout:

- Large, light-filled living room with dining table (seats 8)
- Spacious and elegant living room with comfy sofa for quality family time
- Designer kitchen with marble worktop, dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, stove
- Separate laundry room with washer & dryer
- Peaceful internal courtyard

Bedrooms: there are 3 bedrooms:

1) Master bedroom – Double bed (180cm x 200cm)
2) Second bedroom – Two single beds (each bed measures 110cm x 210cm)
3) Third bedroom – Two single beds (each bed measures 110cm x 210cm) + trundle bed (on request, 80cm x 190cm)

Bathrooms: there are 3 bathrooms with walk-in showers and toilet

Flooring: wooden parquet throughout with unique floral and geometric designs in the bathrooms

Additional Amenities:

- Wi-Fi
- A/C (Air Conditioning)
- Smart TV
- Quality linens & towels

With its unique style and all modern comforts, Oltrarno VM48 is an ideal choice for a wonderful stay in an amazing city for friends and families.

Guest access
The apartment is your OWN private sanctuary during your stay — a comfortable, secure space where you can truly feel at home. Enjoy complete privacy and make yourself comfortable, just as you would in your own home.

Other things to note

When you confirm your booking your reservation includes:

- Final cleaning
- All linens & towels
- Welcome kitchen amenities
- Welcome toiletries (shampoo, shower gel, lotion, soap)
- Complimentary maid service every 8 nights
- Digital Handbook: you’ll receive a digital guide before arrival with handy information on how to access the apartment, local recommendations, tips for exploring Florence & Tuscany and much more!

Check In:

- Please provide your arrival time in Florence, including flight or train details.
- Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM, with a supplement for arrivals after 7:30 PM or outside the agreed time.
- We will reconfirm a check-in time based on our availability.
- Our check-in ambassador will personally welcome you at the apartment entrance.

Apartment provisions:

We provide a starter supply of:

Linen: 3 towels per person: small towel, hand towel, bath towel
Kitchen: coffee pods, tea, sugar, salt, pepper, olive oil, vinegar, paper napkins, kitchen roll, washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets
Bathrooms: mini toiletries including shower gel, shampoo, soap, body lotion, toilet tissue and a hairdryer (in each main bathroom), 2 rolls of toilet paper
Laundry: washing machine pods
General: plug in mosquito repellent, umbrellas

Guests are advised that the bathroom supplies and changes of linens/towels are only replenished complimentary if you book for 8 nights or more.

Maid Service:
Extra cleaning is available upon request:
- Cleaning: €25/hr (min 4 hrs)
- Full linen change: €25/bedroom & €25/bathroom
- Remember that we offer you a complimentary 3 hour maid service and linen change every 8 nights

Travelling with Infants? Let us know in advance if you need:

- Baby Cot
- Highchair
- Stroller
Please note that each item is €70/week and there is a one-time delivery fee for the order of €20.

Grocery Delivery: Want to arrive to a stocked kitchen? We offer a pre-arrival grocery service.
Minimum charge: €30–50 + grocery costs

IMPORTANT: Please remember to bring your own cables, chargers and electrical adaptors for the European style plug/socket.

Who we are:
This apartment is part of a luxury portfolio of carefully selected homes. Our mission is to buy and renovate old apartments in Florence city centre to recreate stunning upmarket retreats that blend unique design, luxury, legacy, Italian lifestyle and passion. The company is 100% family-managed by husband and wife, Gianni and Donatella. My name is Anna and I have worked alongside this fantastic couple since 2015 and I will be your main point of reference to make sure you make the most out of your stay with us.

Our Complete Portfolio of Apartments in Florence historical centre on VRBO:

Two Bedroom (Sleeps 4)
Altana Visconti: https://www.vrbo.com/296168
Casamanda: https://www.vrbo.com/3417330
Lungarno Guicciardini: https://www.vrbo.com/4187633
Unicko: https://www.vrbo.com/1751776

Three Bedroom (Sleeps 6):
Oltrarno VM48: https://www.vrbo.com/3650679
G9 Vasari View: https://www.vrbo.com/3732913
Ponte Vecchio Panorama: https://www.vrbo.com/4418765

Four Bedroom (Sleeps 8 + 12)
Palazzo Tintori Garden: https://www.vrbo.com/3434092
Piazza Pitti 22: https://www.vrbo.com/504410

Extra Activities:
Step into a world of unique experiences right at your doorstep. Over the years, our passion for hosting has blossomed from simply providing a place to stay into crafting an entirely immersive journey. Our heartfelt goal is to cultivate a sense of belonging—a true home away from home—where you can mingle with the locals and truly feel like a part of this enchanting city!
With our unwavering commitment to authenticity, we will put you in touch with carefully selected local experts who are eager to share a variety of activities and experiences tailored to your desires. Whether it’s a cooking class, a guided tour, or an off-the-beaten-path adventure, we’re here to ensure each moment is meaningful and memorable.

Discover the experiences in Florence and let inspiration guide you!

- VIP Wine Tours at the Family Winery in Chianti (Fattoria Montecchio)
- Authentic Truffle Hunting in the Tuscan hills near San Miniato
- Fully personalized guided city tours (also tailored for kids!)
- Personalized in-home massages
- Private Perfume Experience
- Art & History Classes
- Private Italian Language Tuition

*Please note that unfortunately due to the type of kitchen/table we are unable to offer cooking classes at this specific apartment.

Arrival Information:

Arriving in Florence:
Florence is well connected to all major cities in Italy (Rome, Milan, Naples and Venice) by extensive, well maintained motorways and efficient and fast train connections.

If you are travelling with young children, have lots of luggage or wish for a completely stress-free experience, we recommend booking a private car with driver service (see info below).

Travelling by train:

Italy has an efficient and fast train network. So, if you are arriving into airports in Rome, Milan, Bologna, Venice or Naples, you can catch the express train (Trenitalia Frecciarossa or Italo) which offers direct services to Florence. Please note that a change may be required from the airport terminal to the train station and then once in Florence you will need to take a taxi or hire a car to reach the apartment. I

Arriving at Florence or Pisa Airport / Train Station:

Florence Airport: 25 mins. drive from the apartment by taxi or private driver / 25 minutes tram journey to the main train station + 25 minutes by foot or 10 mins drive
For more info on getting to/from Florence Airport: https://www.aeroporto.firenze.it/en/the-passengers/transport.html

Florence Santa Maria Novella train station: 10 mins. drive / 25 mins. by foot (we do not recommend walking).

Pisa: 1.5 hours by local train / coach / taxi / private car or self-drive
For more information on Pisa Airport: https://www.pisa-airport.com/en/the-passengers/transport.html
To buy train tickets: https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html

Private Car Service with English Speaking Driver (available throughout Tuscany and beyond) called Hire in Italy

Hire in Italy is a local limo company that can organise all your transport requirements. Explore the options and take advantage of sightseeing en route during your arrival transfer! An extra benefit that is not possible by train. Whether you need a simple transfer service or you are looking to discover the hidden gems of Tuscany, please contact Hire in Italy for a quote with the code FLH.

Parking in Florence:
Florence’s historical centre is a Restricted Traffic Zone so if you are planning to arrive by car please let us know in advance so that we can recommend a parking area that is only a 5 minute walk from the apartment!