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- About The Experience
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Within a restored 15th century building in Santa Croce, this apartment rental in Florence is both charming and centrally located. The memories you make here at your Florence vacation accommodation, both inside and out, will be something you look back on with a smile for a lifetime-- or determine to do again!
- Location Description
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This Florence holiday accommodation is located in a restricted-traffic zone in Santa Croce, one of Florence's most characteristic neighborhoods. The apartment is on the second floor of a palazzo built in the 15th century. The palazzo is situated about two blocks from the Piazza Santa Croce and the famous Capella dei Pazzi.
Nearby Attractions: The Santa Croce quarter is located on the southeastern part of the historic center of Florence. Since the Middle Ages, it was an area specializing in leather. In fact, today it is still filled with leather shops! The large Santa Croce Church, filled with famous frescos and tombs of some of the city’s greats, is the main structure of the quarter. The piazza in front of the church is filled day and night with tourists and locals. Some of the best gelato shops and restaurants can be found in this neighborhood. Piazza dei Ciompi has a daily flea market as well as a large monthly market (last Sunday). Plaz, located across from the 16th century Loggia del Pesce is a fun and casual place to stop for a drink and live music.
Ponte Vecchio: Within walking distance
Uffizi: Within walking distance
Duomo: Within walking distance
- Exterior Description
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This 15th century building was completely restored in 1996. It is a typical example of late medieval Florentine art. Each apartment is made secure with a door buzzer. There is an elevator servicing each floor, and there is a terrace (for use by all tenants of the building) on the second floor (if taking the stairs) or the fourth floor (if taking the lift). The reason for this discrepancy is that the ceilings in the building are very high, and some of the apartments are located on a mezzanine level between two floors.
- Interior Description
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(95 m2/1022 ft2)
Second Floor (with elevator): This bright apartment on two levels, is located on the second floor (4th floor if taking the elevator).
First Level: There is a large living/dining room with high coffered ceilings and three large windows. The living room has a double sofa bed (160 cm), a stereo, and a large wooden dining table. There is a fully equipped kitchen with an Italian coffee maker, large fridge and freezer, four-burner stove and more, as well as a twin-bedded room (beds can be joined upon prior request), and a bathroom with shower.
Loft/Mezzanine Level: Located above the living/dining room is the master bedroom with a double bed and a trompe l'oeil, a spacious closet and a bathroom with tub (please note that the bathroom has no handrails near its steps).
- Features Description
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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.
- Nearby parking: Upon request
- Laundry Service: Upon request
- Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen & High Chair: 25 Euros per week; Must be requested at time of booking.
- Extra bed: Upon request
- Italian cooking lessons: Upon request
Please Note:
- This rental apartment is not suitable for students.
- There are no handrails near the steps of the upstairs bathroom.
- Two sets of linens and towels are provided.
Features and Amenities
- DVD player
- TV - English Channels Available
- Internet - Wireless
- Telephone - Incoming & Outgoing
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- Dishwasher
- Electric Tea Kettle
- Hair Dryer
- Iron and Board
- Microwave
- Oven
- Toaster
- Washing Machine
- Air Conditioning - Whole House
- Heating - Whole House
- High Chair
- Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen - Upon Request
- Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost
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Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
| Date Range | | Weekly | | 6 Nights | | 5 Nights | | 4 Nights | | 3 Nights | | Min
Stay |
Jan-10-2015
Apr-01-2015
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| $1,787 |
| $1,645 |
| $1,504 |
| $1,241 |
| $978 |
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3 night
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Apr-01-2015
Aug-01-2015
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| $1,987 |
| $1,830 |
| $1,673 |
| $1,381 |
| $1,088 |
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3 night
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Aug-01-2015
Sep-01-2015
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| $1,787 |
| $1,645 |
| $1,504 |
| $1,241 |
| $978 |
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3 night
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Sep-01-2015
Nov-01-2015
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| $1,987 |
| $1,830 |
| $1,673 |
| $1,381 |
| $1,088 |
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3 night
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Nov-01-2015
Dec-20-2015
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| $1,787 |
| $1,645 |
| $1,504 |
| $1,241 |
| $978 |
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3 night
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Dec-20-2015
Jan-10-2016
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| $1,987 |
| $1,830 |
| $1,673 |
| $1,381 |
| $1,088 |
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3 night
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For exact pricing and conditions, click the View Availability button and then click View Pricing and Conditions.
Arrival Times
Please note: Official Arrival Times:
- Sun
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Mon
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Tue
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Wed
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Thu
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Fri
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
- Sat
3:30 PM
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6:30 PM
Conditions *
Security Deposit
- Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay a security deposit by credit card and sign a form authorizing charges for extras and/or damages that occur during your stay. The security deposit will be refunded within one week of your departure from the property minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The security deposit amount is: 300 EUR
Additional Expenses
- Telephone (If Available): According to consumption
- Arrival Fee (between 6:30 pm and 9:30 pm, Upon Prior Request) Payable upon Arrival: 20 EUR
- Arrival Fee (after 9:30 pm, Upon Prior Request) Payable upon Arrival: 40 EUR
Other Notes
- Departure Time: 10:00 am (by appointment)
- Heating (in Italy): Allowed by law from November 1 - April 1; some exceptions for extreme weather
- Arrival Fee (Outside Posted Times): Payable upon arrival
- UPON ARRIVAL, RENTERS MUST PROVIDE A PHOTOCOPY OF EACH TRAVELER’S PASSPORT AND SIGN A FORM FOR THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES.
- Tourist Tax (Payable upon Arrival): 1-5 Euros per person per day
- Non-refundable fee to arrange Extra Services (cook, housekeeping, etc): $30 paid to Rentvillas.com
* These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.
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Based on 23 Reviews
Customer Reviews
Overall:
We had a lovely time and everyone we dealt with were very helpful and nice.
Enjoyed Most:
The location was very central and the property itself was nice and clean.
Enjoyed Least:
The bed was uncomfortable, but my biggest complaint was that there was a nearby bar open all night. We were never able to get a good night sleep. There was partying until the wee hours of the morning!
Surrounding Area:
It was close to everything, but not too busy.
Nearby Events or Locales:
All of Florence is close and walkable.
Tips or Restaurants:
There is a great little bakery right around the corner. We went to the central market on the other end of town and it was so much fun. You can get anything there. It was so great. They even have fresh made pasta and sauce, fresh meats and fruits and vegetables. We also rented a car just for the day and drove to wineries! A great day!
Jinhee, November
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Overall:
Wonderful.
Enjoyed Most:
The history of the property--a palazzo from the 15th century.
Enjoyed Least:
We found the upstairs bathroom was to be a bit dangerous with no handrails near the steps.
Surrounding Area:
History, restaurants, atmosphere.
Nearby Events or Locales:
We were in the city of Firenze. Everything was within walking distance.
Directions:
Used a GPS.
Jane, August
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Overall:
This is a great apartment and would highly recommend it.
Enjoyed Most:
The building was beautiful and the apartment was too. The location could not have been better. You are right in the middle of everything. Having DSL connection was great and all the amenities.
Enjoyed Least:
The bed was pretty uncomfortable in the master bedroom. The place is so beautiful and I would have expected to have a comfortable bed to sleep on. Also, the trash is conveniently located outside, but that means that every morning between 6:30 and 7:00 the garbage trucks are coming and they are pretty noisy.
Surrounding Area:
Vivoli has great gelato and great cappuccinos to go. The restaurant in the building was very good. We were walking distance to every main attraction in the city. I would highly recommend staying here.
Tips or Restaurants:
Highly recommend ear plugs. The building was quiet for Florence standards. Bringing a bike lock was key for us since we had a toddler and we were able to lock the stroller up in the entry way of the building vs. needing to take it up to our apartment every day.
Directions:
Taxi drivers know exactly where the building is.
Heather, October
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