The Italian Way
12 guests
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4 bedrooms, 8 beds
4 bathrooms
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Tradition and comfort go hand in hand in this Oltrarno apartment. Tucked within a Renaissance building, just moments from Ponte Vecchio, this is a great option for those seeking ease in a vibrant location. You’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to restaurants, bars and shops. Plus, there are a range of extra services available – including private chefs and organised excursions. Housekeeping is included in your stay and your host provides complimentary wine and a welcome pack with basic essentials to get your started. At full occupancy four guests will be sleeping on sofa beds, but there’s plenty of room to relax, unwind and socialise. The infrared sauna is a nice touch too.
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What to expect
Highlights
Admire the work of artisans while strolling across Ponte Vecchio
Spend an afternoon exploring the Boboli Gardens
Feel refreshed after a session in the home sauna
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Home truths
At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa beds in the main bedroom and two guests will be sleeping on the sofa beds in the living room.
It is possible for the beds in the main bedroom and second bedroom to be arranged as two singles on request.
Your host provides a welcome pack with complimentary wine, basic essentials and a starter-supply of toiletries.
If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a travel cot for free on request.
Well behaved pets are welcome here.
About this stay
Amenities
Sauna
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 8 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Luggage storage
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
There's no free parking at this home, but you can pay to use the nearby public car park.
Your host can organise a range of extra services including housekeeping, a private chef, cooking lessons, massage treatments, babysitting, day trips and excursions, a private driver and more for an additional fee.
Your host can provide a cot and high chair for little ones for an additional fee.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Pitti
Unsurprisingly, Pitti stretches from the Palazzo Pitti – a Renaissance palace housing a vast European art collection – up to the river. Historically a working-class neighbourhood, today it’s full of boutique and artisan shops, leftovers from the tradesmen who used to inhabit the streets. This area is less busy and touristy than the northern districts, but those in the know still come to the Boboli Garden and Belvedere Fort for...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Brave the crowds at the Uffizi
There's a reason it's busy – from Leonardo and Botticelli through to Rembrandt, this is one of the most important collections of European art in the world.
Wander the halls of Palazzo Pitti
Formerly a Medici residence, this vast Renaissance palace is now home to Florence's largest museum.
Savour the wines at Le Volpi e l'Uva
A cosy bar with sidewalk tables offering a long list of wines by the glass, accompanied by delicious charcuterie and cheeses.
Tuck in at Trattoria La Casalinga
Enjoy hearty, flavourful traditional Tuscan dishes & wines in this popular family-run restaurant. Try the pasta with meat ragu or mushroom, and don't miss the authentic Ribollita stew.
Enjoy artisanal coffee at Ditta Artigianale Sprone
A casual space with high ceilings & booth seating, serving artisanal coffee, pastries and cakes. Friendly staff, delicious food, and a cosy atmosphere make it a must-visit spot for coffee lovers in Florence.
Explore Basilica di Santo Spirito
Brunelleschi's Renaissance church with a minimal exterior and a lavish, art-filled interior. Don't miss Michelangelo's Crucifix and the beautiful Baroque altar.
Learn about a genius at Museo Galileo
Step into the past and immerse yourself in the world of scientific discovery at Museo Galileo. Marvel at the collection of artifacts, instruments, and personal items from the 15th/16th centuries, including Galileo's finger. A must-see for science enthusiasts of all ages.
Enjoy the seafood pasta at L'Osteria di Giovanni
Indulge in exquisite Italian cuisine, including mouthwatering steaks, pastas, and seafood dishes. With vintage furniture and a vaulted cellar, this cosy osteria offers a delightful dining experience.
Get around
Airport
Amerigo Vespucci
25 min
Pisa International
1 hr 7 min
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
1 hr 21 min
Train station
Firenze Santa Maria Novella
18 min
Bus stop
Pitti
1 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
5 min
Cafe
1 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bilancino Beach
46 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
On floor 3, has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Donatella
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. For Donatella and the team, attention to detail and customer service are top priorities and they're standing by to make your trip to Florence special.
Registration or licence number: 048017LTN6735.
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