The Basilica's Bell
8 guests
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3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
sq/ft
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It feels like you can almost touch the Church of Santo Spirito from the windows of this apartment – we love the vistas here. You also get glimpses of the cathedral from the living room (which also sleeps guests seven and eight on a sofa bed). One bedroom is on a mezzanine, the second overlooks the same views while the third has a courtyard outlook. Located in the heart of the vibrant Santo Spirito district, you’ll be just a few steps from the square and the Boboli Gardens, while Florence Cathedral is within walking distance.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore Florence, including nearby Boboli Gardens
Admire the beautiful views of the Church of Santo Spirito
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Home truths
At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area.
One bedroom is on the mezzanine level and semi-open to the space below, so privacy is limited.
There's one free parking space on the premises.
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
Additional fees
Your host can arrange a variety of services for an additional fee, including private airport transfers, wine tastings, city tours, museum visits and massages
Your host may be able to accommodate a later check-out time (up until 2pm) for an additional fee of €40.
While small pets may be able to join you during your stay, you’ll need to get prior approval from your host and pay an extra cleaning fee of €30 per stay.
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
Wander the halls of Palazzo Pitti
Formerly a Medici residence, this vast Renaissance palace is now home to Florence's largest museum.
Admire the Renaissance frescoes at Cappella Brancacci
Step inside this beautiful small chapel to admire the amazing frescoes depicting Bible scenes and the life of St Peter. Currently under restoration, you can climb the scaffolding for an up-close view of the paintings.
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.
Dine at The Antico Ristoro di Cambi
A beautiful and warm Tuscan restaurant, serving delicious Florentine steaks and homestyle local dishes.
Explore Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmine
Restored baroque church with stunning architecture and impressive works of art, including the famous Brancacci chapel's Renaissance frescoes.
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.
Gaze at the Renaissance frescoes at Basilica di Santa Trinita
This lovely church in the heart of Florence offers a peaceful atmosphere and stunning frescoes by Lorenzo Monaco and Domenico Ghirlandaio. Don't miss the beautiful stained glass windows.
Get around
Airport
Amerigo Vespucci
37 min
Pisa International
1 hr 15 min
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
1 hr 43 min
Train station
Firenze Santa Maria Novella
17 min
Bus stop
Sant'Agostino
2 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
2 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
1 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bilancino Beach
59 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 10:00
On floor 4, has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Alvise
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Valerio and his team manage several places around the city, and you can tell that they do this full-time. The professionalism and efficiency shine through, but never at the expense of friendliness.
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