Property 1605885681 - FLORENCE

2 Bedrooms

Location and Surrounding Area
Located in the centre of Florence and just steps from the most exclusive dining, shopping, and entertainment options, this charming two-bedroom apartment is the perfect place for a relaxing break in one of the most romantic cities in Italy. From the 13th to the 15th centuries, Florence was the undisputed capital of culture and art in Europe. A few days is enough to discover its wealth of architectural and artistic treasures, as well as to enjoy all the other delights of this charming and lively Tuscan city.

Florence’s reputation as an art city is unparalleled. The Duomo is the heart of Florence and is very easy to locate. Just look for the high terracotta dome that dominates the city’s skyline. The area around the Duomo is pedestrianised and usually crammed with tourists. The easiest way to get around this area, with its flat streets and wide pavements, is on foot. There are a few cafés and ice-cream parlours in and around the square, handy for a rest from sightseeing.

The Uffizi art gallery is just off Piazza della Signoria, where a replica of Michelangelo’s David stands tall over spectacular fountains beside the stately Palazzo Vecchio. The long loggia of the gallery connects the piazza to the River Arno. It is a short walk from the mediaeval Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, lined with jewellery shops. The surrounding streets and squares, though thronged with visitors, offer plenty of options for exceptional meals, drinks, and ice cream.

The Uffizi is one of Italy’s greatest art galleries. It covers the full sweep of Florentine art, from stylised Byzantine icons to the flowing lines of early mediaeval art, through Renaissance masterpieces to the colourful complexities of Mannerist art. Do not attempt to see every painting. Instead, see how many animals you can spot in a painting or stick to highlights by the most famous Italian artists, such as Giotto, Botticelli, Piero della Francesca, Leonardo, and Michelangelo.

The sprawling 16th-century Boboli Gardens, a fine example of Italian Renaissance gardens adjoining the vast expanse of Palazzo Pitti in the Oltrarno district, are the green lungs of the city. Laid out in formal glory, they provide a refreshing break from the city streets. After the gardens, the narrow lanes of Oltrarno offer plenty of great local restaurants and old-fashioned workshops. The area gives an insight into the way Florentines live, away from the tourist hotspots across the river.

Santa Croce View is 11 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci International Airport, 80 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport and 308 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Impruneta is 12 km from the apartment, San Gimignano is 52 km, Volterra is 74 km, Lucca is 79 km, Siena is 80 km,Pisa is 85 km, Livorno is 90 km, Montalcino is 109 km, and Montepulciano is 114 km.

The Property
Located on the fourth floor of a historic building in the heart of Florence, the Property 1605885681 boasts a spacious, fully-furnished terrace and expansive panoramic views of the city. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this recently renovated apartment features white floors, beamed ceilings, and an abundance of light. Offering an impressive sense of space, Santa Croce View can accommodate up to four guests, with two comfortable double bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over two floors.

Offering an exquisite blend of period charm and modern comfort, the first floor of the apartment houses a light-filled and spacious double bedroom with an en-suite marble bathroom featuring a large shower, and another comfortable double bedroom with a private bathroom with a shower. The beds in the second bedroom can be separated into twin beds. Both bedrooms are decorated in soft natural tones and enjoy charming views of the iconic red rooftops of the city.

Accessed by a staircase, the second floor of the apartment boasts a generous open-plan living and dining area with comfortable sofas and armchairs providing plenty of seating and a large wooden table. Flooded with natural light from the large windows, the second floor also features a spacious, fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities you might need during your stay, and a French door that opens onto one of two panoramic terraces complete with an al fresco dining and lounge area.

Wireless Internet access throughout the apartment, air conditioning, and heating make this property perfect for even the most demanding guests. Offering supreme comfort and plenty of space, Santa Croce View also features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Netflix, a stereo system, and a Marshall speaker. Please note that the apartment is on the fourth floor of a historic building with no lift.