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Dining
TV, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking

This charming and unique apartment sets on the ground floor of a historic building right at Florence's Historic Center. It is strategically situated just 5 minutes walk from Piazza Santa Croce, and 15 minutes walk from Piazza Signoria and The Ufizzi.

This accommodation has been restored (last renovation on november 2016) and converted into an adorable apartment, very well furnished and with modern facilities. The highlight is its private, sunny garden with dining table for 'al fresco' meals. Private parking is also available.

There is a cosy living room , dining room at a veranda facing the garden, well equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook a delicious Tuscan meal, a master double room with fresco ceiling with in suite bathroom, a double bedroom with 2 single beds, a studio with 2 single beds plus one bathroom with shower. All bathrooms are made with Carrara marble.

The market of Santo Ambrogio , the most characteristic food market in Florence is only at 5 minutes walk. It is a nice way to wake up in the morning, have a lazy breakfast with a true cappuccino or espresso and take a tour around fresh and exquisite season vegetables and fruits or local cheese just smelling the flower's newest aromas.

All around, there are many restaurants and bars where local Fiorentini go for a quick coffee, lunch and dinner meals, with a vast selection of places running from wine bars, wooden oven pizzerias, local trattorie and famous restaurants.

From there, you can also rent bikes to visit Florence everywhere you want to go!

The famous FLEA MARKET of Florence is located in Piazza dei Ciompi at only 10 minutes walk from the apartment. It opens every day from 9 to 19.30. If you're lucky enough to go there on the last Sunday of every month, the stalls extend into the surrounding streets. Here you can find furniture and objects from the past, prints, coins and jewellery. It's worth a trip if only to get insights on Italy's past through the artifacts displayed in these cluttered stalls.


I live close by and available 24/7.

Property manager

christina farina

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number FI-660036

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

At the Heart of Florence With Private Garden Parking

About the neighborhood

Map
Florence, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) - 16 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Mantra - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè DOLCE AMARO - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Dolci e Dolcezze - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Drogheria Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Enoteca Dè Macci - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking located?

Located in Santa Croce, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Historic Centre of Florence, Piazza della Signoria, and Palazzo Vecchio. Piazza del Duomo and Uffizi Gallery are also within 15 minutes. Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) is 16 minutes by foot and Florence Campo di Marte Station is 16 minutes.

At the Heart of Florence with Private Garden and Parking Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 57 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely apartment with great amenities
We arrived to the apartment and were met by the host, Christina, she took loads of time explaining how to work the lights, the ac units, the washer and everything else about the property. She had a book with a map for us to use and some suggestions of markets and restaurants nearby. When we contacted her during the stay with a question, she responded very quickly. The bonus of having a clothes washer after a couple weeks of travel is not to be understated. She has a full size fridge and dishwasher and enough plates, glasses and cookware to satisfy our needs. There are three bedrooms and two baths so we two each had our own space. The garden patio was a lovely spot to have a coffee in the am or a glass of wine and snacks in the afternoon. I was in the front bedroom and the street noise was a bit loud, but that is largely unavoidable in Florence. Overall, a lovely, accessible apartment in a fabulous city.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful apartment
Great location!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house for a family with teens.
First of all, Christina was the best host! She was helpful and responded to my questions instantly. The house was perfect for our family with two teenage boys who preferred having a room each. They eat constantly and having a full kitchen was a big plus. A/C worked so well and we were so glad during the heat wave. We wanted to go to Tuscan country side for truffle hunting and having a private parking in the backyard was exactly what we were looking for. Santa Croce market is nearby and you’ll love it if you are a foodie. There are many good restaurants nearby as well. You’ll have to walk 15 min. to the center of the city and taxies weren’t easily available. So bring good walking shoes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florence getaway
The property is conveniently located to all the landmarks with excellent access to restaurants, coffee shops, and gelato.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo K., San Mateo, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent host
The property is as described. Great location, large, well equipped, and very clean. Excellent restaurants in close proximity. The communications with the host are excellent. There is parking for your car if you have one. Units equipped with A/C and washer on site so perfect for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Apartment!
We had three generations staying in Christina’s beautiful apartment. Unlike so many places, the reality exceeded the pictures. What a great place! Christina was a warm and welcoming host who met us and took the time to explain all of the features of the apartment. The location is an easy walk to the duomo, Ponte Vecchio and everything else we wanted to see. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Florence
This was our first trip to Florence . The property is in a great location, 15 min. walk to all the attractions. It was clean and spacious and met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot - great neighborhood
Florence was a hit and the Santa Croce Neighborhood is welcoming and generous! Some of our favorites were Ghibellina forno pasticceria, Caffetteria del Vecchio Mercato at the Mercato di Sant’Ambrogio, the bar Le Murate Caffè Letterario across the way has cocktails live music and events. We love this place and Christina was a wonderful host!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful ground floor apartment near Santa Croce
Christina was a wonderful host who was very responsive before our arrival and met us at the property to check us in and explain how everything worked. She even made sure we were connected to the WiFi before she left. Property was located very close to Mercato di Sant’Ambrogio, which is indoor/outdoor market selling all the fresh produce, fish, meats and cheeses you could want. Also very easy walk to Piazza Santa Croce, where there are all sorts of vendors, restaurants and shops for local products like gold jewelry and leather. There was a great little pasticceria/bakery (open since 1890) just a few blocks away where we often got our morning coffee and pastries, and they also had good sandwiches. The old charm of this place is hard to describe and the pictures don’t do it justice. Although we didn’t use it, there was an interior parking space included which would have been essential if we had rented a car as the parking on the street was very limited. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Had a great time exploting Florence from here
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIANE and DOUGLAS B., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay in Florence!
We really enjoyed our stay in Christina's apartment. It was very comfortable for our family and minutes' walk to most every place we wanted to go. The apartment is clean, and Christina and Massimo really made us feel welcome and went out of their way to make our stay in Florence special. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home in Florence
We had a lovely stay at Christina's lovely apartment. It had everything we needed and was a lovely respite after playing tourist all day. Christina met me when I arrived and showed me around the apartment. It is located close to the Santa Croce basilica and an easy walk into the historic area and a more local area which we enjoyed. I would be delighted to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Preeti C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location but noisy
Lovely home in a safe and convenient location. Close to great restaurants, attractions, and bus stop. It is less than 30min walk to the train station, which is important as it is difficult to reserve or stop a taxi. The rooms are very spacious and comfortable. Took off one star for the following reasons: 1) There was some smell like wet carpet in the home, although there was no carpet in the home. 2) The road noise and the noise from the building door opening and closing was really loud. If you are light sleeper this can be an issue and cannot be avoided as the apartment is on the ground floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rob v.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Home to Stay
Christina was very friendly and helpful to give us a tour of the apartment when we arrived. (She made sure we knew how to get into the doors, etc). We had Christina's contact info, but we didn't need any more assistance. My friends and I were very comfortable during our stay. It was nice for all of us to sit at the table outside in the early evening. It felt like a friend's home instead of a sterile rental property. It was easy to take a bus from the train station. It was a convenient location to the places we wanted to go. The pizza was great at Le Carceri on the next street over.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Christina was a terrific, friendly, and very responsive host. She met us at the apartment and graciously explained how everything worked and shared wonderful recommendations about eating, places to visit, day trips, etc. The apartment is centrally located in the beautiful historic district and within walking distance to unlimited restaurants, attractions, supermarkets, shops, etc. Parking our car within the premises and the ability to do day trips was a big plus. The kitchen was very useful, the a/c worked perfectly, the bedrooms were quite spacious and nicely decorated. We felt right at home, and we thank Christina for being an exceptional hostess - all of her recommendations were a big hit and they contributed to our enjoyment of Florence. WE'LL BBACK!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha R., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Firenze
Beautiful and comfortable flat for a family of four. We were able to walk everywhere! Grazie Christina
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to spread out!
Cristina was wonderful, met us at the apartment and showed us how to work everything, as well as how to get to the local market, grocery store, and great restaurant!. As I was traveling with two teenagers, I appreciated that everyone got to have their own space. There was plenty of amenities. I liked that the owner was so quick to respond to communication prior to our arrival, and was flexible when we had flight delays that ended up pushing back our arrival. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Florence
My husband and I visited Florence with our son and daughter-in-law and stayed in Christina's lovely home. It was so clean, bright and charming. We enjoyed sipping wine in the evenings on the patio. Having a washing machine was a nice plus. The home is exactly as pictured and in a great location. Christina was such a lovely hostess. Communication was quick and easy and she had so many helpful suggestions. I hope we can return to Florence one day and stay in this lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A treasure in Florence
Beautiful, unique apartment; love the sunroom and outside patio. Walking distance to so many sites; dangerously close to cafes and pasticcerias! Christina was very welcoming and professional. Highly recommend her apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy B., Athens, Ga USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Apartment in Florence
Beautiful old apartment in a great location. Fantastic host with excellent communication! Plants on terrace need attention and apartment had an unpleasant smell, not overwhelming, just not fresh. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W., Eagle, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Florence vacation
Such an amazing property. We felt immersed in the Florence culture and had the best time exploring Florence. Such a great location. You have to try the pizza place across the street. They are the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Firenze!
Absolutely great place! Christina was kind, helpful and always available for communication. Be sure to follow her recommendations. She has great insights on the city and local area offerings. Thankful she opened her home for our family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cannot beat the location. Within walking distance of everything. Christina was such a sweetheart. She made us feel welcome from the very first moment. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Florence
Great apartment... Host is amazing... answered our questions quickly and so helpful. Thank you for accommodating us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home in a great location
I would definitely stay here again if I return to Florence. Host was most helpful and the place had all the conveniences of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023