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About The Experience

The bell tower of Santa Maria Novella is visible from the windows of this accommodation in Florence. Spend your days exploring central Florence's winding streets on foot, and come home at night to a Florence rental apartment decorated with fascinating trompe l'oeil and cook your own meals with fresh food from the market.

Location Description

This Florence accommodation is one of several apartments in an elegant building located on a street called via delle Belledonne, close to the Duomo in Florence. Near this Florence vacation accommodation, one can find a baker, butcher, green grocer, coffee and pastry shops, hairdresser, dry cleaner, and a plethora of excellent restaurants. Don't miss the Profumeria Farmaceutica on via della Scala!

Nearby Attractions: The area around the Basilica di Santa Maria dei Fiore, commonly referred to as The “Duomo,” is considered the historic center of the city. From here it is possible to walk north to the San Lorenzo Church, the San Lorenzo outdoor market (where you can find all manner of clothing, shoes and bags,) as well as the not-to-be-missed Mercado Centrale, with its mouthwatering displays of food items. West and north is the train station and the Santa Maris Novella Church. While in this area, it is worthwhile to visit the Officina di Santa Maria Novella… the potpourri perfume will guide you. To the south are the Piazza della Signoria, the political center of Renaissance, the Uffizi Gallery, the Orsanmichele Church, the Casa di Dante, the Badia Fiorentina, and the Ponte Vecchio. Along the way are shops galore! One very interesting place is visit that is southwest of the Duomo, is the Palazzo Davanzati, a beautiful home with period furnishings, originally built in the 14th century. After years of renovation, it is finally open!

Pisa: 98 km/61 mi
Siena: 70.4 km/44 mi
Duomo: Within walking distance
Uffizi: Within walking distance
Ponte Vecchio: Within walking distance

Exterior Description

This palazzo was constructed during the first half of the 14th century, at a time when Florence had begun to expand beyond the boundaries of the ancient Roman nucleus. It was commissioned by Messer Lapo, a member of the Aldobrandinis - a wealthy family who made their fortune in the spice business. At that time, via delle Belledonne was a main commercial artery leading out of the city - it connected the Mercato Vecchio (market square) and via Strozzi to the Porta del Trebbio, the city door that opens a path to the north. In the 19th century, the palazzo housed several painters' workshops, including that of the celebrated artist Ingres. The artists' need for light is probably the reason why most of the apartments have very large windows.

Interior Description

(72 m2/775 ft2)

Fourth Floor (with lift): This charming two-bedroom apartment has a sitting/dining room with two large windows overlooking the Antinori Garden. There is a two-seater sofa, two armchairs, and a dining table for six. There is a small kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and 4 ring stove; the kitchen has a window. From the sitting/dining room, a semi-spiral staircase leads to a small single bedroom with a sloping, beamed ceiling. Next to the main entrance, some stone steps lead up to a double bedroom with a small terrace. There is a bathroom with tub and handheld showerhead located. A small recess under the roof houses a washing machine. The apartment is decorated with lovely trompe l'oeil decorations.

Features Description

Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.

• Housekeeping: 12 Euros per hour
• Baby Crib and High Chair: Upon request

Please Note:

• This apartment is located in the same building as La Gioconda, Pagliacci, La Rondine, Estella, Il Trovatore, Tonio, and Rossino.
• This apartment is not suitable for students.
• Kitchen towels, bath towels (two sets per person), and bed linens (two sets per bed) are provided. Guests are responsible for washing and changing linens.

Features and Amenities

In City Elevator (in Building) Balcony/Terrace Outside Area - Private TV - Local Channels Only

Internet - Not Wireless Telephone - Incoming & Outgoing American Coffee Maker Dishwasher Hair Dryer Iron and Board Oven Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Whole House Heating - Whole House Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost

Arrival Times

Please note: Official Arrival Times:

• Sun 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Mon 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Tue 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Wed 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Thu 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Fri 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• Sat 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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