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About The Experience

The large Santa Croce square outside this short term 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 sites in Florence, and the best gelato shop in the city is located close by! This Florence accommodation 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 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

(82 m2/882 ft2)

Fourth Floor (lift to 3rd floor, then stairs).
This very light and bright two-bedroom apartment has a living room/dining room with windows overlooking the Piazza Santa Croce. The kitchen is separated from the living area by a counter. The kitchen is well-equipped with a dishwasher, stove, microwave oven, American coffee maker, and toaster. The washer/dryer is also located in the kitchen. The master bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed (160 cm) and chest of drawers. This room has windows overlooking the piazza and has views of the hills. The second bedroom has twin-beds (80 cm) that can be joined to make a queen (upon request), with en suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC. The second bathroom is adjacent to the living area and has a tub with shower, sink and WC. All of the rooms have the original beamed ceilings. There are window air conditioning units in the bedrooms and in the living area.

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:

• There are air conditioning units in the bedrooms and the living area.
• This apartment can be joined with apartment Casa Giotto to form a large four-bedroom apartment.
• 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 - Local Channels Only Internet - Wireless

American Coffee Maker Dishwasher Hair Dryer Iron and Board Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Partial House Heating - Whole House Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost

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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