Under The Rafters
8 guests
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4 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
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Tucked away on the top floor, this enchanting home in the heart of Florence has plenty of authentic Italian character. Skylights are dotted around the original beamed ceiling, dousing the parquet flooring in rays of sunshine. The rustic, Tuscan interiors provide a lovely space to come back to after a day exploring the city. Relax on the roomy sofas with one of the books from the shelves, or hideaway in the quirky elevated nook above the kitchen to watch your group test their skills at the pizza oven. Dining alfresco has never been easier with the outdoor kitchen and barbecue on the terrace. If you’d prefer to sample to local cuisine (and who are we kidding), you’re just a two-minute walk away from Piazza Signoria. Most of the city's most famous attractions are within walking distance, including Ponte Vecchio, Basilica of Santa Croce, and Accademia Gallery – which means you are perfectly placed to make a quick stop back home to watch the sunset over the rooftops with a bottle of Tuscan wine.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the heart of Florence
Put the outdoor kitchen to good use and dine alfresco
Relax with a book from the library
Make authentic Italian pizzas in the pizza oven
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Home truths
Some of the bedrooms are separated by a partition rather than a door, making them less private and better suited to light sleepers
To reach the apartment you have to climb 62 steps – it may not be suited for those with limited mobility
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Hot tub
Patio / terrace
Bathtub
Kitchen
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
Additional fees
There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Santa Croce
Santa Croce is a trendy, architecturally impressive neighbourhood that’s less busy than the Duomo or San Marco districts, but still in the heart of Florence. Home to the eponymous basilica, and the Casa Buonarroti museum, it’s located in the eastern part of Florence’s historic centre. The largest crowds have thinned out by this point, but if you stay here, you're still close enough to explore the whole city on foot....
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.
Get a coffee at Caffè Le Murate
A combination of a bookshop, a cafe, and a gallery, this arts centre is housed in a former prison, but these days the vibe is slightly different.
Enjoy a Steak at Trattoria Dall'Oste
Indulge in a classic Florentine steak and delicious sides in a good atmosphere. Don't miss the amazing beef tartare.
Get around
Airport
Amerigo Vespucci
31 min
Pisa International
1 hr 17 min
Train station
Firenze Santa Maria Novella
22 min
Bus stop
Della Robbia La Farina
11 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
4 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
9 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bilancino Beach
55 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 14:00
Departure before 10:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 30 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Edoardo
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Edoardo looks after a huge number of remarkable homes in the Florence region and he wants guests to become as infatuated with the local area as he is.
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