Best Vacation Rentals in Florence

In the heart of Florence, Maison Ginori Guelfa offers rooms with free Wifi. The property is around a 11-minute walk from Piazza della Signoria, half a mile from Santa Maria Novella, and a 7-minute walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms come with a kettle, while some rooms come with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza del Duomo, and Fortezza da Basso Convention Center. Florence Airport is 5 miles away.

- "thank you so much for a warm welcome." - "Comfy place, great location & amazing host" - "Amazing host, extremely well furnished room and with a great central location. Pierpaolo from the offset was extremely h" - "Best experience in Florence!" - "Everything is perfect!" - "Great value, great location" - "Absolutely wonderful!!" - "Exquisite" - "Pierpaulo was a fantastic host and made our stay fabulous!! Recommended restaurants, shopping , and was just a fun host!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as an espresso maker and a minibar. Other amenities include premium bedding, down comforters, laundry facilities, and pay movies.

- "All of the staff at Eden Rock Resort are fantastic! Such a special place. The staff was helpful at all times and always went above and beyond. Truly, they were amazing!" - "The hotel was amazing and staff excellent. Everything was 5 ⭐️" - "Nice and friendly people. Very good food. " - "We arrived late {1030pm} with only one night stay due to airline cancellations, but Sylvia at the front desk was more than willing to help us in any way possible. Room is huge & modern, incredibly view. Breakfast :delightful staff, many options, incredible coffee! Clash check out with a nice man who helped us out with our luggage on a rainy day!"

Dépendance Machiavelli - Apartment and Wine offers accommodations in Florence, a 16-minute walk from Fortezza da Basso Convention Center and 0.7 miles from Piazza del Duomo. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and private check-in and check-out, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The property is a 6-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella and within half a mile of the city center. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruit. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Dining options are available close to the apartment. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. Popular points of interest near Dépendance Machiavelli - Apartment and Wine include Strozzi Palace, Palazzo Vecchio, and Pitti Palace. Florence Airport is 5.6 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "excellent" - "Comfortable and convenient, with private rooms and en-suite bathrooms. Good for a relaxing stay. Pierpaolo was incredibl" - "Perfect stay for our honeymoon! Thank you so much" - "We had a great stay and our host was fantastic." - "Great apartment and great host. If you want an apartment stay in Florence, must stay here." - "Excellent" - "Excellent stay .Pierpaolo was an excellent host , very welcoming and provided some great suggestions during our stay . T"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and free WiFi, as well as an LED TV and a bidet. Other amenities include towels, slippers, an electric kettle, and a safe.

- "This hotel was amazing and very accommodating to meet all of my families needs. What a great breakfast and they greeted us with the most courteous manner. Anything we needed was obtained by just asking. Great stay and would not hesitate to stay with them again. Aundreya's was just awesome and went out of his way to make us comfortable" - "Fantastic and practical place to stay in Florence. Very helpful and sweet staff, excellent walking location plus best breakfast every day. We will stay there again-great value"

Just a 14-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo and half a mile from Piazza della Signoria, Florence Pitti Loft features accommodations in Florence with a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and private check-in and check-out, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The property is a few steps from Pitti Palace and within half a mile of the city center. The air-conditioned apartment also offers a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a seating area, washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Strozzi Palace, Santa Maria Novella, and Palazzo Vecchio. Florence Airport is 6.2 miles from the property.

- "Excellent place to stay; we want to come back!" - "Couldn’t have asked for more - Dominique has thought of everything to make his guests comfortable!" - "The stay was too short but the place was great. Highly recommend." - "Excellent, quiet and convenient location in a safe neighborhood for a couple or small family" - "Absolutely brilliant!!" - "This is a beautiful place to stay in Florence!"

Elegant four rooms in the historic center of Florence, just a few steps from Piazza della Signoria and Piazza del Duomo. In the district you can still know the true traditions of the ancient Florence, thanks to the many local shops, the craft shops and the many restaurants with Tuscan cuisine. All the centers of major tourist and cultural attractions are within walking distance from the house.
On the third floor of a tower-house in the Via Santa Elisabetta 2 (76 steps, no elevator) in the heart of the Roman and medieval Florence, this elegant apartment of 65 square meters it is on two levels. Downstairs we have the entrance, the living room, a bedroom, a bathroom with shower and terrace, overlooking the dome of the Duomo. Upstairs, the kitchen-dining room and a second bedroom.
Completely renovated in 2015, is air-conditioned (natural gas boiler + heat pump), has satellite TV, DVD player, PC with printer, scanner and photocopier, washer, dryer, dishwasher, multifunction oven, refrigerator-freezer, mocha and coffee maker, phone, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, toaster, vacuum cleaner, board games, books and tourist-guides in several languages.
To also meet the highest safety standards is equipped with a detection system and alarm for smoke, methane, carbon monoxide, and with security lighting, fire extinguisher and a Fire Stop blanket.
What is included in the cost that you see indicated on your booking page:
Consumption (water, gas, electricity), bed linen, bath and kitchen linen for the number of guests indicated in the booking, the first supply of some consumer products (coffee, tea, salt, pepper, spices, sugar, oil and vinegar, detergents, garbage bags, toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo / shower), a Wi-Fi connection, the use of all equipment provided and final cleaning.

- "Location, cleanliness, amenities, charm. It has it all!" - "We have stayed at 6 different places on our almost month long Italy trip. This one is our favorite 😍. The view on the balcony is stunning and the place is so close to everything. Silvia was excellent in communicating everything. " - "The location was wonderful- short walks to everywhere we needed to be. The description of the property was very good. The steps are not for the faint of heart, but by the second day they seemed to get easier. "

Da Luigi Pio is located in Florence, just 2.2 miles from Fortezza da Basso Convention Center and 2.3 miles from Santa Maria Novella. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Pitti Palace is 2.4 miles from the vacation home, while Strozzi Palace is 2.5 miles away. Florence Airport is 5 miles from the property.

- "Very nice and spacious apartment" - "Highly recommended, exceptional apartment experience" - "Need a cozy holiday home in Florence? Look no more, this is the unit!'" - "When we come back to Florence, this will be our home base." - "Excellent" - "The stay was amazing. The apartments is so lovely and cozy. Everything is new, the paintings, furniture is amazing. The" - "Fantastic stay - cannot fault!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a TV and a bidet. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, pay movies, and towels.

- "The location is amazing. We had a wonderful time between the Holidays and would recommend this spot to any of our friends." - "This was a fun property to stay at. The location is unbeatable. " - "Wonderful historic atmosphere in this 13th century house with beautiful antique furniture and pictures. Very helpful and friendly staff, comfortable bed with proper sheets and right off the Piazza Signoria. Highly recommend for those who like traditional character and charm. "

A 4-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Firenze F1 offers accommodations with access to a hot tub and open-air bath. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The property is a 3-minute walk from Strozzi Palace and within 500 yards of the city center. Offering a terrace and river views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. A mini-market is available at the apartment. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Palazzo Vecchio, Pitti Palace, and Piazza del Duomo. Florence Airport is 3.7 miles from the property.

- "Relaxing in a beautiful and modern apartment" - "Absolutely beautiful appartment and Lisa was the most amazing host!" - "Perfect stay at a wonderful penthouse apartment!" - "Everything was amazing from the apartment to the communication with owner" - "Excellent 3 bedroom apartment with rooftop views" - "Lovely experience" - "Great place to stay while in Florence. The host was easy to work with."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a bidet and an espresso maker. Other amenities include premium bedding, down comforters, towels, and an electric kettle.

- "Outstanding location to sights and shops" - "Beautiful rooms in a prime location, 5 minutes away from the Duomo. Quiet and well decorated room, with access to a small kitchen area for coffee, tea, and water supplies. " - "Close to everything. Only complaint i would have is that our door had to be locked with the key when we where in for the night. And therefore unlocked also from the inside when we wanted to get out. But, otherwise,the people were so nice, and accomodating. "

A recently renovated apartment, Cozy Apartment Alberti Lift, Terraces, Free Parking offers accommodations in Florence. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation features an elevator and full-day security for guests. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and bathrobes. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. A mini-market is available at the apartment. Piazza della Signoria is 1.6 miles from the apartment, while Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is 1.7 miles from the property. Florence Airport is 7.5 miles away.

- "Perfect 4 week stay. Enjoyed staying here & would highly recommend if you want something a little more spacious &" - "Great place to stay" - "super 😉" - "Fantastic location in a quiet neighborhood." - "We were very satisfied with all aspects of this apartment."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a bidet and air conditioning. Other amenities include a hair dryer, towels, bathrobes, and slippers.

- "Lovely property!" - "Soprarnos is an excellent place to enjoy Florence from! It is very clean, great suites, friendly staff and awesome breakfast! It is located close to Ponte Vechio and other attractions! Definitely a gem of Florence!" - "Great location for sightseeing , walkability is very high , hotel staff are beyond helpful. " - "Charming, cozy, warm, sweet, lovely! The staff was kind and the stay was enjoyable. Would recommend for a couple or a family. Good value and charm factor. Book it!"

Matteotti Apartment offers accommodations in Florence, 1.1 miles from Palazzo Vecchio and 1.1 miles from Piazza della Signoria. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.1 miles from Fortezza da Basso Convention Center. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Accademia Gallery is a 10-minute walk away. Providing a terrace and city views, the spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Popular points of interest near the apartment include San Marco Church in Florence, Piazza del Duomo, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Florence Airport is 5.6 miles away.

- "Great apartment in a great location" - "Extraordinary place" - "Beat hospitality ever. The host and the owner are so warm and friendly. The owner even called a cab for us and accompani"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a bidet and air conditioning. Other amenities include towels, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe.

- "A fairly easy walk from the Firenze SMN train station, and in good proximity to many dining options. The property is very modern and the staff is very attentive. Reception is two floors above ground level, accessible mostly by a small lift. Depending on the room assignment there may be an additional flight of stairs to climb. Their optional breakfast was awesome!" - "It was an amazing stay. The hotel was near attractions and the train station plus plenty of food options nearby. The room was huge with a lovely view of the Cathedral, clean and equipped with the necessary amenities. Stefano & Madelina were wonderful hosts. Stefano was really helpful checking on updates when there was a train strike the day we were leaving Florence. We will be returning to Relais Luce when we visit Florence again in the future. "

Crystal Suite features accommodations in the center of Florence, a 3-minute walk from Strozzi Palace and 300 yards from Santa Maria Novella. The property is close to several well-known attractions, a 9-minute walk from Piazza della Signoria, 700 yards from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and a 10-minute walk from Uffizi Gallery. Free Wifi is available, and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Pitti Palace, Accademia Gallery, and Piazza del Duomo. Florence Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.

- "Wonderful stay - highly recommend" - "Amazing- I would stay again."

We are renovating the building with scaffolding only inside the courtyard until approx. May 2025.

The works take place from Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and sometime on Saurday morning.

The apartment 'Florian' is situated in Piazza del Duomo in the heart of Florence’s historical centre, on the 4th level ( no lift ) of a prestigious XVI century palace that once belonged to the Ghiberti family, one of Florence’s most important historical families, with easy steps well worth the journey.

From October 25 2009, Piazza del Duomo is a pedestrian area with all the advantages that an area like that can offer

Spending time in my apartment is to be accompanied by the shadow of the magnificent dome of Brunelleschi, the grandeur of Giotto’s belltower and the splendour of Vasari’s frescos, in an unforgettable dream that Florence will dream with you and bring you great joy and an even greater desire to return.
Florian directly faces the Duomo, giving you the sensation that you could reach out and touch its magnificent green and white marble facade. The apartment has been completely restored in Florentine style, but with all modern comforts.

Florian is a romantic and welcoming apartment comprising: a cosy living room with a comfortable sofa, a small and fully-equipped kitchen with a balcony that offers a charming view of Florence, a bedroom with two single beds (85 by 200) that can be transformed into a double bed. A small entrance hall with a splendid view of the Duomo and one modern bathroom with shower complete the description of the apartment.

All modern comforts are provided: air conditioning, LCD TV, satellite TV, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave oven, american coffee, WiFI internet dsl no cable, air conditioning, safe, security door and intercom.

CHECK-IN:
I always meet my guests to hand over the keys so I need to make an appointment with you in advance.

CHECK-IN is possible from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
From 1:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. check-in is not allowed.

LATE CHECK-IN:
From 8:00 p.m to 11:30 p.m. there is an additional charge of € 25.00 (check-in/cash).
From 11:30 p.m to 1:00 a.m. there is an additional charge of € 35.00 (check-in/cash).

CLEANING FEE:
€ 50.00 in euro cash upon arrival ( check-in ).

STAY TAX:
The City of Florence has decided to extend the “Stay Tax” (introduced in 2011) also to private rentals (on top of Hotels, B&B and so on..)
The Tax is 6.00 EURO PER NIGHT/EACH GUEST for a max of 7 nights to be paid in euro cash upon arrival.

BEFORE BOOKING:
Please review and agree to my rental agreement and make a secure online payment.
If you need more bedrooms or have a larger group (max 6 people), please see my adjoining apartment at VRBO Property number 68449 / Homeaway 68449ha

Keywords: Apartment, , great view, new, elegant,one level,
panoramic views,rooftop,Duomo, modern kitchen

- "The apartment is beautiful and situated next to Il Duomo. It is 10 minutes to the main train station on foot. The taxi from the airport was able to leave us practically at the front door. There are many cafes, bars, and restaurants literally steps from the building entrance. It is also a short walk to L’uficcio, La academmia, and Ponte Vecchio. Everything in the apartment worked great, including the AC and clothes washer. We are two adults and a child and found the size to be just right. This is a great place for a small family. For me the only negatives would be the amount of stairs as it is on the top floor. Bringing up the luggage after a long flight was unpleasant, but you only have to do it once. If you have physical limitations however you might reconsider. As the apartment overlooks the piazza there is ambient noise that goes into the morning. This includes live musicians, church bells, and some evening revelry. Personally we love this as it sounds like Italy and makes the location festive. I wouldn’t call it loud or intrusive at all. We slept great every night. The check in and check out process couldn’t have been easier. Luca was wonderful and began communicating with us before we arrived in Italy. He sent very detailed instructions to get to the property including what to tell the taxi driver in Italian. Our family loved Firenze and enjoyed very much staying in this very charming property!"

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated San Niccolò City Walls Garden features accommodations with a garden and free Wifi. The property is around a 18-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo, 600 yards from Piazzale Michelangelo, and 2.3 miles from Accademia Gallery. The property is 0.7 miles from the city center and a 12-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio. Featuring a patio and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. Featuring air conditioning, this unit has a dressing room and a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. A mini-market is available at the apartment. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Florence Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.

- "Stunning luxurious home with private garden" - "A Tuscany Dream." - "Wonderful Appartement (nice art deco) with a super cute and relaxing garden." - "Tommaso was a gracious host. The apartment was comfortable and very convenient to everything we wanted to do in Florence" - "The host is passionate and takes great pride in his property and as a result gives you all the information that you need" - "Beautiful apartment with a wonderful garden."

All the ingredients for an unforgettable holiday Free internet wi/fi
Great location.
it is possible to arrange private daily tours and walking tour with a guide.
In the same building, on the same floor, two beautiful apartments: (listing 92298 and listing 165586)
Both apartments are fully equipped, bright, safe, quiet, and luxury appointed .
Listing 92298 has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Listing 165586 has as well two bedrooms and also a loft with two twins.
We will working for you to make your vacation a special one.
We can help to booking private day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti, wine and oil tasting, and more........
Relais Borgo Pinti comprises two mansard roofed flats in the heart of Florence. List N° 165586 and list N° 92298.
The apartments are on the same floor, just across a small hall.

Pinti 2 (listing 165586, is 110 sq. meters and has accommodation for4/ 6 people.

Borgo Pinti is a quiet street partially closed to the traffic.

The Relais is located where Borgo Pinti crosses Via dei Pilastri and Via Alfani. It is a few minutes walk from all important sights and monuments, and some blocks from S.Ambrogio market and from the famous restaurants La Giostra and Il Cibreo.

The apartments are on the second and top floor. There is no elevator, but the climb worths it. The steps are low and manageable.
Second European floor is like a third one.

Pinti 2 (listing 165586) has two double bedrooms, 1 open loft with two twins, 1 wonderful bathroom with shower, another bathroom only with W.C. and sink. The kitchen is a separate room, spacious, fully equipped and has a dining table for six.

One bedroom has a king bed size: cm. 160X 200
Second bedroom has a queen bed size: cm. 150X 200
the beautiful loft has two twins size: cm. 90X200
In the living room two comfortable white sofas and a fireplace.

There is a small, quiet and sunny patio where you can enjoy a drink.

Keywords: Florence down town apartment, Duomo area, perfect location, luxury and comfortable and quiet, with listing 92298 more than 490 five stars review, great hospitality.

How to reach the apartments by car:

From the “A1” highway take the Firenze Sud exit. Follow the ramp all the way and cross the bridge on the Arno river; at the stop light at the bottom of the bridge, turn left and follow the directions for the Viali di Circonvallazione (the river should always be on your left!). Take the riverside avenue to the San Niccolò Bridge, exit to the left then turn right onto Viale Giovanni Amendola. Arriving at Piazza Beccaria – easily recognizable from the antique gate – continue straight to Piazza Donatello – with the cemetery in the center – and drive around that cemetery, following the signs for the ZTL (limited traffic zone) and the Santa Maria Nuova Hospital. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Via Alfieri, take the first right (Via Giusti); then take the first left (Borgo Pinti)

By Train.
From the Santa Maria Novella station you can reach the apartments by taxi, it is a short ride about 10 euro (we don’t recommend proceeding on foot, especially with luggage; the distance requires at least 20 minutes walking) or by bus, with line 14 (for Il Girone or Ripa), departing from the station. Get off at Colonna 01 stop. From here head towards Borgo Pinti on foot. In just a few minutes you will reach the apartments.
The best is to take a taxi!!!

By Plane
The ‘Amerigo Vespucci’ airport of Florence is 8.5 km away. To get to the apartment use the taxi service; travel time is 30 minutes, and the cost averages between 30 and 35 Euro. From the airport the shuttle goes directly to the Santa Maria Novella Station; from there you can proceed to follow the instructions outlined in the section ‘By Train’.

two bedroom apartment in an antique quiet building.
1 bedroom with a king size bed (cm.160X200) which can be divided into two twins.
Full bathroom en suite.
2nd. bedroom: queen size bed (cm.150X200)
2nd full bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen.
Internet wifi, A/C, heating, Sat, dish washer, washing machine, American cofee maker, Microwave, free Italian Mobile.
I can arrange within home cooking class and day trip to Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti.
There is also a small loft with a sofa bed for one more guest.
If you need more bedrooms or have a larger group (max 10 people), please see my adjoining apartment at VRBO Property number 165586.

Something from the guest book, something about a cooking class and something about a Chianti tour with wine and oil tasting.

from the guest book:

We have lived in five different apartments in Florence over the last six years, and “Pinti 1” is easily our favorite; we lived there for over three months last year. It is beautifully and comfortably furnished, it’s stylish, and it clearly shows the love and care of its owner, Mrs. Claudia Morace. Borgo Pinti is a quiet, mostly pedestrian street. It’s off the “tourist track,” yet within easy walking distance to the historic center of the city. San Ambrogio market, the best market in Florence, is about seven minutes down the street. The apartment is on the top floor of a quiet building, up manageable flights of stairs. It has two floors: the top floor contains the master bedroom and bathroom and a small, quiet alcove for reading or other pursuits. The main floor contains the kitchen, dining area, living room, large bathroom, and guest room. Morning sunlight pours through the large living room window. There is a big dining room table – we seated eight for Thanksgiving dinner – and an abundance of dishes and pots and pans. The apartment is supplied with many quality bed linens and towels; there are three televisions, one in each of the bedrooms and one in the living room, and there’s a good desk where one can work at the computer; the apartment is wired for the internet. Easily our greatest surprise was that the apartment has screens, a luxury in Florence where mosquitoes seem to thrive year-round. A wonderful domestic, Marta, seems to know everything about the apartment, and if she can’t answer your questions, Mrs. Morace is only too happy to help. Speaking of Mrs. Morace, we have never met a more pleasant and accommodating landlady; the instant we met her we were struck by her warmth and friendship. We never felt that our relationship was “strictly business.” She and her beautiful apartment remain one of our happiest memories of Florence – where we hope to return very soon.

John and Susan Rogers

325 Meadows Road

Newville, Pennsylvania

17241
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You are invited to discover your own exceptional private oasis right in the center of Florence. After an exciting and fun filled day of sightseeing, shopping, museums and theatre you can escape from the fast pace and find peace and quiet...just steps away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
You'll start to relax when you enter your apartment, Have a glass of good wine or a cup of coffee.
This tranquil sanctuary is on an old street, partially closed to the traffic, with easy access to just about all you want to see and do.
Take an easy walk to Mercato di S. Ambrogio (2 minutes), to Duomo (5 minutes), to S.Croce (3 minutes)and to other famous
sights and monuments.
The two flats are delightful, wander inside to enjoy the charm of exposed brick walls, plank floors and original oil paintings.

The Relais is located on the Borgo Pinti, an enchanted street of shops,stores, and lovely restaurants, and home to artisans and artists.

The two flats have been recently restored to a very high standard and represent the opportunity to enjoy luxury living in the heart of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Pinti 1 and Pinti 2 are on the top floor (second European floor)above the noise and traffic of the street

There is no elevator, but the climb is worth it. The steps bring you to a beautiful sunlit entrance to the flats.

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Insider Tips: VRBO in Florence, Italy

Panorama of Florence, Italy, taken from the Piazza de Michelangelo.

This travel tip comes from my friend Shelley in San Diego, California, who stayed in a three-bedroom apartment - a 'dream in the heart of Florence' - in December. When she told me how perfect it was for her family, I couldn't resist sharing her comments with you. I love that it's in an upscale area and close to good neighborhood restaurants. It sounds like a great deal and someplace you might want to consider for the next time you travel to Italy.

Vacation rentals are great for authentic travelers who want to connect with the community and the local culture. In my opinion they are better than hotel accommodations for 3G (three-generation) family vacations.

Shelley:
'We had the pleasure of staying in Claudia's beautiful apartment while visiting our daughter who is studying in Florence. We arrived on Christmas day, which we expected to be less than convenient, but Claudia was gracious enough to let our daughter store some food in the kitchen and provide her with a key in advance so that we did not need to disturb anybody's holiday with our arrival. Additionally, the kitchen was stocked with water, juice, coffee, a fresh fruit basket, and wonderful olive oil that Claudia bottles herself

- "We had a wonderful stay at this perfect apartment in Paris! The hosts were so friendly and helpful! The apartment was charming and in the best location. Would highly recommend!" - "Great property" - "Great place to explore Florence from. Claudia and her assistant Viviana were fantastic. Very attentive and had great advice to support our stay. Would definitely come back and stay here again. " - "Wonderful apartment, location and hosts! Claudia and Viviana were so welcoming and helpful."

Casa di Paola - terrace with view in Florence is located in Florence, just a 8-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo and 0.7 miles from Piazza della Signoria. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony and free Wifi. The property is a 3-minute walk from Palazzo Vecchio and within 600 yards of the city center. Offering a terrace and city views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. This apartment also features a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Santa Maria Novella, Strozzi Palace, and Fortezza da Basso Convention Center. Florence Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.

- "Great value with amazing views and location" - "A real find- brilliant location, spacious and comfortable" - "How to know Florence while having a sanctuary to come home to." - "Another gem in Florence" - "Would love to return on our next visit, if we are lucky enough that it is available." - "A beautiful apartment with fantastic location in Florence!" - "Wonderful place, would highly recommend!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a coffee/tea maker and air conditioning. Other amenities include designer toiletries, premium bedding, down comforters, and towels.

- "Amazing in all sense of the word " - "Wonderful small family run hotel with a perfect location in the core of the city! Elegant spacious rooms blending modern design and historical elements, very friendly service. It's in a historical building with no space for elevator, and the rooms are two flights up. But an energetic helper from the reception carried our heaviest suitcase up in no time. The excellent breakfast is served in a cosy cafe 2 minutes' walk from the hotel."