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About The Experience

This Tuscany apartment in Florence sits on the south side of the river Arno, with views of the Uffizi. Enjoy the comfortable and characteristic decor of your Florence accommodation, or go out into your local neighborhood to shop and dine to your hearts' content. Of course you'll also be spending a great deal of time just on the opposite side of the river, in the heart of historic central Florence, when staying at this Tuscany holiday apartment.

Location Description

The palazzo housing this Florence apartment is situated on the south side of the Arno River in the Oltrarno district of Florence. On one side, the accommodation in Florence overlooks the Arno and the Uffizi Gallery, and on the other side, the via de'Bardi. In the neighborhood you'll find food shops, clothing stores, and restaurants.

Nearby Attractions: The Otrarno is the area of Florence that is south of the Arno River. While it contains some of the most famous and characteristic Renaissance buildings, it is also a quarter known for authentic flavor. Here you will find the Santo Spirito Church designed by Brunelleschi, the Santa Maria del Carmine Church with its famous Brancacci Chapel containing Masaccio’s exquisite frescoes, and the Palazzo Pitti. There are magnificent views of Florence from the Forte Belvedere and Piazzale Michelangelo, a prime destination for a gelato or glass of wine while watching the sunset. For those who like quirky, a visit to La Specola Museum, with wax anatomical models from the 18th century, is sure to fascinate. In addition to all of this, the quarter has many fine restaurants and shops, as well as an open-air market in the Piazza Santo Spirito.

Pisa: 98 km/61 mi
Siena: 70.4 km/44 mi
Ponte Vecchio: Within walking distance
Palazzo Pitti: Within walking distance
Uffizi Gallery: Within walking distance
Piazzale Michelangelo: Within walking distance

Exterior Description

This palazzo dates back to the 15th century, when the banks of the Arno River were flanked by palazzi (palaces) belonging to patrician families such as the Bardis. The edifice was modified over the centuries until the mid-19th century, when a famous architect, Enrico Poggi, endeavored to transform Florence into a capital city. He modeled the palazzo after the Lungarno Torrigiani area in order to maintain the classical renaissance color palette of cream plaster and gray “pietra serena” stone, which is visible in so many buildings throughout the city. A daytime doorman is available and each apartment is made secure with a bell and a buzzer.

Interior Description

(77 m2/828 ft2)

First Floor (with elevator): There is an entrance hall furnished with a round wooden table and cabinet. The door of the linen closet is decorated with a painting of a vase of plants. The entry hall opens into the living room which is furnished with a small sofa, comfortable armchair, bookcase, satellite TV, telephone, and table. From the living room, one enters the master bedroom with double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, and walk-in closet. Both the living room and the master bedroom offer spectacular views of the Arno river. On the other side of the entry hall and overlooking the via de'Bardi, is a second bedroom with 2 single beds, and a small closet; a bathroom with tub and hand-held shower; and the kitchen with 4 ring stove, oven, sink, dishwasher, small table and chairs. At one end of the long kitchen is a laundry area with a washing machine and a small broom closet. A dryer is situated in a corner at the other end of the kitchen near the window overlooking the via de' Bardi.

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.

• Amenities Upon Request: Microwave, CD/DVD player, Answering machine, Portable baby crib, and high chair.
• Weekly and Daily Housekeeping: Upon request

Please Note:

• This apartment is not suitable for students.
• Utilities and final cleaning are included in the weekly rental price, but there are additional charges for stays longer than one week.

Features and Amenities

In City Elevator (in Building) TV - Local Channels Only Internet - Not Wireless Telephone - Incoming & Outgoing

American Coffee Maker Clothes Dryer Dishwasher Hair Dryer Oven Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Whole House Heating - Whole House 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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