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About The Experience

Frescoed ceilings in the enormous living room of this charming accommodation in Florence add a final authentic touch to this beautifully decorated apartment in Florence on Piazza Antinori, in the central Duomo district. Spend your days roaming one of the most characteristic and romantic cities in the world, dine like a king, and come home to rest in your quiet, well-decorated Florence holiday accommodation.

Location Description

This short term apartment in Florence is located in a palazzo on the elegant Piazza Antinori in the Duomo district. The palazzo dates back to the 14th Century, a time when the city was just beginning to expand beyond the Roman central nucleus. At that time, Via Tornabuoni and Piazza Antinori were side streets leading towards the Florence city limits. It was only in the mid-15th Century that the location around this apartment rental in Florence became the address for wealthy Florentines who bought and refurbished palaces to turn them into stately homes.

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
Ponte Vecchio: Within walking distance
Duomo: Within walking distance
Piazza Santa Maria Novella: Within walking distance

Exterior Description

Throughout the centuries the palazzo was remodeled extensively, acquiring its present form in the mid-18th century. It is made secure with a daytime doorman, armored door, and a bell and buzzer for each apartment. In the shops nearby one can find a baker, butcher, green grocer, coffee and pastry shops, hairdresser, dry cleaner, and a plethora of excellent restaurants.

Interior Description

(130 m2/1399 ft2)

Third Floor (with lift): This beautifully decorated apartment, secured with a bell and buzzer, offers a spacious and relatively quiet haven from the hectic pace of the city below. The entrance hall, painted in red, leads into a large living/dining room with a beautiful, coffered, painted ceiling. The large windows offer a view of the Church of San Gaetano. The fully equipped kitchen with a lovely view has a four ring gas stove and electric oven. There is a bathroom (with tub), a bedroom with two twin-beds (which can be converted to a queen-size bed on request), and a double bedroom that has an ensuite bathroom (with shower) and a queen-size bed (160 cm), which can be converted to two twins on request. There are parquet floors throughout the apartment and ample storage space.

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: 20 Euros per hour

Please Note:

• This apartment is in the same building as Aida. These apartments can be rented together to accommodate more people.
• This apartment is not suitable for students.
• Kitchen towels, bath towels (two sets per person), and bed linens (two sets per bed) are provided for the duration of the visit.

Features and Amenities

In City Elevator (in Building) TV - English Channels Available Internet - Wireless Telephone - Incoming & Outgoing

American Coffee Maker Clothes Dryer Dishwasher Hair Dryer Iron and Board Microwave Oven Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Whole House Heating - Whole House Window Screens - Whole House Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen - Upon Request Doorman 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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