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About The Experience

The large Santa Croce square outside this holiday apartment in Florence is a bustling center for students, locals, shopkeepers and tourists to gather. The Santa Croce church is one of the most important destinations in Florence, and the best gelato shop in the city is located close by! This Florence rental apartment is located in a beautiful palazzo right on the pedestrian-only square, which is lined with shops, restaurants and wine bars. You are perfectly located for visiting all that the city has to offer, as well as having a comfortable vacation accommodation in Florence, Italy, in which to rest and unwind – and share your stories of the day.

Location Description

This Florence rental is located right on the Piazza Santa Croce, a large piazza with the Santa Croce church at one end with many shops, restaurants, and old palazzo on either side. All of the major sites of Renaissance Florence are within a short walk, including the Piazza Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo. The Santa Maria Novella train station is a 15-minute walk, and the closest bus stop is right at the base of the piazza.

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 frescoes 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.

Santa Maria Novella Train Station: 15 minutes by foot
Piazza Signoria: 5 minutes by foot
Uffizi Gallery: 5 minutes by foot
Duomo: 5 minutes by foot

Exterior Description

This landmark Renaissance-style apartment building has been beautifully restored yet retains its historic character. The palazzo has thirteen apartments, many with views of the Piazza Santa Croce and the interior garden. Although there is no public parking nearby, a paid parking lot is in the neighborhood, just across Piazza Santa Croce. The price varies according to car size: 20/30 euros per day.

Interior Description

(112 m2/1025 ft2)

Third Floor (with lift): Located in the annex of the palazzo this two-bedroom apartment features a lovely and tastefully decorated living area with comfortable sofas and chairs and a decorative fireplace. The master bedroom has original wood beamed ceilings, a queen-size bed (170 cm x 190 cm) and an en suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC. The second bedroom has twin-beds (85 cm x 190 cm) which can be joined to make a queen-size bed, nightstands and a closet. This bedroom also features a decorative fireplace. A second bathroom has a tub with hand held shower, sink and WC. The large fully equipped kitchen has original wood beam ceilings and a dining table and chairs that seat four. It is equipped with a wood burning grill in addition to a gas range, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave oven, toaster, and American coffee maker. The heating is independent and there are window air conditioning units in the living room and bedrooms.

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.

• Mid-week housekeeping: Upon request
• Internet connection: 20 Euros per computer
• Mobile Telephone: Upon request

Please Note:

• This apartment can be connected with Piazza Santa Croce – Gaddi to accommodate larger groups.
• Air conditioning units are in the bedrooms and living room, only.
• No public parking nearby. A pay car parking lot is in the neighborhood, just across Piazza S. Croce. Price varies according to car size.
• The courtyard garden is for the private use of the Contessa and is not open to apartment renters.
• Rental includes access to the palazzo's private gym.

Features and Amenities

In City Elevator (in Building) CD player DVD player TV - English Channels Available

Internet - Wireless American Coffee Maker Dishwasher Hair Dryer Iron and Board Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Partial House Heating - Whole House

Arrival Times

Please note: Official Arrival Times:

• Mon 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Tue 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Wed 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Thu 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Fri 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Sat 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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