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About The Experience

Vases, urns, and a painted wardrobe ornament this apartment in Florence, Italy. This rental accommodation enjoys amazing views over the river Arno, which you'll cross to find yourself in the center of historic Florence. You will also want to spend some time exploring the local neighborhood, with shops, restaurants, and cafes that will give you a taste of local life.

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

(130 m2/1399 ft2)

Third Floor (with lift): This newly redone apartment is furnished to a high standard, and has spectacular views. There is a bright entrance with a built-in cupboard with ample storage space. A door leads into a spacious and bright living/dining room with views of the Arno and the Uffizi Gallery. The dining table seats six. The room is decorated in blues and rich reds. Next is the kitchen (with four gas burners and an oven) with good work space and a round table. Across the hall is the master bedroom, which has a queen-size (160 cm) bed (can be separated into two twins on request) and is decorated in red and white. It has beautiful views of the river and an en suite bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower. The street below can be noisy if windows are open; there are no screens. The second bedroom has two twin-beds (can be joined to form a queen upon request), an antique chest of drawers, a side table, and chairs. This room also overlooks the river. There is a bathroom with a sink, toilet, and tub with handheld shower head just down the hall. The third bedroom has two twin-beds (can be joined to form a queen upon request) and an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. It overlooks the Via dei 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.
• Housekeeping can be arranged for 12 Euros per hour (includes cleaning supplies).

Please Note:

• This apartment is not suitable for students.
• Air conditioning is available in the living room and master bedroom, only.
• Kitchen towels, bath towels (two sets per person), and bed linens (two sets per bed) are provided. Clients are responsible for washing and changing linens.
• 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 Iron and Board Oven Toaster Washing Machine Air Conditioning - Partial 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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