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Terrace/patio
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TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
7.4

Good

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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Florence, toscana
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore10 min walk
  • Popular LocationUffizi Gallery14 min walk
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)29 min drive

About this property

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

Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence

Apartment with garden for rent in Florence
Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence
Are you looking for a special home in the heart of Florence? You're in the right place!
Pilastri Garden is a beautiful apartment equipped with every possible comfort to guarantee you the best possible stay in the Cradle of the Renaissance.
Located on the ground floor of a prestigious historic building in the Santa Croce district, this apartment will satisfy even the most demanding travelers.
This house is really very large and has 4 double bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms with shower, living room with a double sofa bed, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen is very large and perfectly equipped with numerous appliances. Outside, we find a beautiful exclusive garden equipped with tents, tables and chairs, a real corner of paradise in the heart of Florence!

Why choose this apartment:
Up to 10 guests
Garden
Air conditioning
Close to Santa Croce
Near the Duomo


Pilastri Garden is a special house located in a fantastic position in the heart of the Santa Croce district, close to all the main monuments and museums of Florence. From here you can easily reach on foot all the main points of interest in the historic center such as the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery.

How to get to the apartment Pitti Garden
From the main train station of Firenze, Santa Maria Novella, you can get a bus: lines 6 and 14 by ATAF.
Near this train station you can also get a cab to get to the apartment in few minutes.

Distances from some of the main monuments of Florence
Santa Croce: 500 mt
Duomo: 700 mt
Bargello: 800 mt
Palazzo Vecchio: 900 mt
Uffizi Gallery: 1,1 km
Ponte Vecchio: 1,3 km

Property manager

Homes in Florence

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2583 sq ft (240 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 debit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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

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About the neighborhood

Florence

This apartment is located in Santissima Annunziata, a neighborhood in Florence. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market and The Mall Luxury Outlet. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Center - Downtown - 7 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 9 min walk
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk
  • Uffizi Gallery - 14 min walk
  • Ponte Vecchio - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) - 15 min walk
  • Unità Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ditta Artigianale - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Giostra - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Iyoiyo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Sant'Ambrogio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rex - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence located?

Located in Santissima Annunziata, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Great Synagogue of Florence, Historic Center - Downtown, and Basilica of Santa Croce. Gallery of the Academy of Florence and Piazza del Duomo are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Fortezza Tram Stop is 18 minutes.

Pilastri Garden, a slice of heaven in the heart Florence Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 22 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lucy T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A mixed experience
We really liked the central location and the fact that the property had a garden (even though it was rather neglected and didn't match the pictures). However there were a lot of problems with the property. Only one of the three bathrooms was fully functional (broken showers, missing showerheads, sinks that wouldn't drain); two of the bedrooms had no curtains so one member of the group had to sleep in the living room; the kitchen was not properly stocked for the number of guests. The dirty linen from the previous guests had been left in the hall and was not collected during the week we stayed. Many of these problems had been noted by previous guests but not addressed. We felt it was a real shame that a property with so much potential to be a great place to stay had been allowed to get into this condition. The pictures on the listing don't give a true image of the property and Vrbo should be aware of this. This property is cheaper than many places in Florence so we did not expect luxury, but even at a slightly lower cost there are basic minimum standards that should be maintained and we would urge the owners/managers to improve the property. Anyone thinking about renting this property should be aware that there are still a lot of problems with it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David P., Vancouver, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and space. Some TLC would make it luxury.
The location, within walking distance of the Duomo, Uffizi, Accademia, etc. was great. It was a tad long to SMN train station with luggage, but do-able. The unit was very spacious with four full bedrooms, 3 baths, a large kitchen, dining area and living room. Even a washer and drying building out back along with a nice sitting area in "The Garden". Some nits: there was no coffee maker and the toaster did not work. Two of the bathroom doors had become saturated and stuck badly. One of the shower doors was missing in the master bath. It would have been nice to have olive oil, salt, pepper and paper towels in the kitchen. The dining table was too wide for the space. Hard to sit at or get by. The unit could use a coat of paint. The garden could benefit from weed removal and shrub trimming. Addressing those would make it a true "luxury" stay. By the way, strangely, the thermostat needs to be set to "Umbrella" for the hot water to work! Overall a very nice unit and nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hannah T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I wish I could give this place 0 stars
After months of planning our dream Italian vacation, we were extremely disappointed upon our arrival. The quality and cleanliness levels were not at the levels you would strive for the cost of this property. While the listing stated three functioning bathrooms, two of them had outstanding issues. The first bathroom in the entryway flooded with each shower and the water damage on the door indicating this is an ongoing issue. Also, the door to the bathroom was difficult to open and shut with scrapes on flooring because of this. The second bathroom had the same door issue and the shower door was off the tracks and the shower was non-functional. The garden patio door was broken and made us feel extremely unsafe during our stay. Lastly, the bedding felt unsanitary with pillows missing pillowcases and cheap sheets that ripped upon making bed. Overall, we are extremely disappointed with our experience. The quality of the property did not match the listing description nor did the price of the accomodations. It is surprising that this listing continues to be available as advertised and skeptical about the management company’s standard. I would highly recommend not booking this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melanie T.

Run down property
This apartment is very run down. Broken doors. Broken dishwasher. Inadequate kitchen. Outdoor space not tended to. Barking dog next door woke us all every morning . We were attacked by biting mosquitoes while inside. Water never got hot. Only lukewarm. Only positives were comfortable beds, nice towels and good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not everything as it appears
Things are falling apart, the backyard was in atrocious condition (not to mention mosquitoes everywhere.), very little kitchen supplies (i.e., no paper towels, minimal dishwashing liquid, nothing to clean with or wipe up.) … That being said in the location of a superb but not sure I’d come back to this particular property
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Florence
There was a few issues: the living room French doors were broke and could not lock. I felt it jeopardized our security. We closed the outside shutters which helped. Our train got delayed and extended time to get taxi so ended up 20 minutes late and was charged the late fee. The place had many bugs and probably needs an exterminator.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Clare J.

Just ok
This definitely feels business run. There isn’t a binder with local information and when I asked the man who checked us in to send us restaurant suggested he never did. The garden could be beautiful, but it hasn’t been tended to and because of that the mosquitoes run you off. On the positive side the location is good for Florence and our group of 9 fit in. It is a strange layout, but that is the nature of an old building. It was fine, but with a little care and attention it could be much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the heart of the city!
Okay, so; I am going to first begin by saying that there is a review in VRBO that is negative that is so far from the truth. I DID NOT see any roaches or evidence there of! The only thing I saw was a couple ants; but they were from outside because there are no screens on the doors, it opens up to the private courtyard. There is a dog that lives next door that did bark, but that did not bother us. He/she was our unofficial guard dog. As far as mold being in the bathroom, I didn’t see what the previous people saw (so if ut was a mold problem, it was rectified). The only complaint that I have is that there wasn’t enough towels. So, I would suggest maybe including a couple more towels for guests. Also, the door in the sitting room did not lock properly due to the door being broken. We let Viola know, but it didn’t concern us too much, because the courtyard is private, and there was no thought that anyone would come in unexpected. The apartment is in walking distance and central to everything. I promise it seems like everything was a 15 minute walk away. Also, I would suggest that you download Taxi Move to book a taxi around the city (if needed). Everyone was so hospitable and nice. I love Italy and will definitely be returning next summer for two weeks. Although we were there for about a week, it still wasn’t long enough!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A., Greensboro, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Florence
Great location to walk to most sites. The patio was nice to sit out. Comfortably fit six adults. Would recommend to others to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Wendy M., Massachusetts, USA

Facts without emotion, if you dont mind mold, mosquitoes, roaches and dirty sheets left behind...
We checked in to Pilastri gardens at 2pm. Walking around with the concierge and checking everything out it was found that the living room door did not close fully and the back bedroom door was broken so we could not use it. The concierge offered us a number to call a maintenance guy. Still in the unit were the used sheets and towels from the last guests, 2 tall piles of sheets and towels in the dining room. The top sheet on the pile was filthy with either blood or rust. This made the dining room unusable, not a palatable place to serve food. We were told the sheets would be removed later that day....didn't happen, never happened. Even after multiple conversations. The 2 back bathrooms are full of mold in the showers. Youll need to buy mosquito control items for your bedrooms and other rooms. There are mosquitos throughout the property. We have so far found multiple roaches in and around the kitchen area and hallway near the kitchen. Not that this owner has any power of this next issue...the neighbor next door has a dog which at 5am liked to bark a lot. Oh, and lastly, if you don't mind the neighbor above throwing dirty liquid into the open garden space, you're in the right place. Hopefully you're not sitting in the outdoor area when it happens. We've been staying in vrbo properties for over 20 years. Every property has minor issues just like any home, we get.that. This is the first stay where the experience of the property impacted our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Renata M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, great place
We loved the location and the garden. The apartment is very close to the fabulous Sant’Ambrogio market and easy walking distance to almost everywhere you might want to visit. The apartment is large, light and comfortable, as are the beds. The only slight hitch was that we found it a little difficult to work out who we should contact when we had some issues. We recommend having a folder with information on who to call for what, and some local information. With Florence being so humid, the owners should consider installing fly screens, as there were a lot of mosquitoes. The hiccups: inadequate toilet paper, fresh towels should be supplied after three days, the washing machine wasn’t working. However, as soon as we got the information to the right person, all our issues were addressed. We highly recommend Pilastri Gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

molly w.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location/ Needs some TLC
The apartment was in a great location, but it was a little run down. There are lots of great, family- run restaurants with in a block. There is a farmers market right down the street and plenty of coffee and gelato shops. The outdoor space was nice, but the bugs were really bad. The bedding needs replacing and there is a lot of muck in the showers. We were there for 3 weeks, so we started seeing things more than we would have if we had a shorter stay. Also, make sure the price doesn't change from booking to paying!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We stayed for 12 days with our two children and three grandchildren. The location was great, the space worked out very well for us, and it was a bonus having the garden/patio area accessible only to us. We suggested some minor maintenance issues I would resolve at my own house, but none affected our enjoyment of the property. Highly recommended. The overall stay was greatly enhanced by Paola of FlorenceTours.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the heart of the city
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica F., Waukegan, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a large family or group of friends
We didn't realize what a perfect location in Florence this would be when booking. So many lovely restaurants and cafes within a short walking distance. Downtown Florence and all the major sights are all under a 20min walk that honestly goes by so fast because of how beautiful the city is. The apartment is a renovated space, clean, and modern. The bathrooms are small but adorable. All the bedrooms have AC units. The patio area was perfect for hanging out at night when all the kids were in bed but you have to be quiet for all the neighbors. We arrived way later for check in than expected because of flight delays but the check in person was very sweet and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome roomy place in great neighborhood.
Property Manager met us at the door, let us in and show this all the features of the property. Hey verify that the AC was working, the hot water was indeed hot and that the house was clean. The property is in a wonderful neighborhood that’s a quick walk to the Arno river area, yet still has locals that come out at night, great restaurants and coffee shops
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not clean - Cockroaches
Location was good, but the place is very run down. I was even ok with that but can't do the cockroaches. Everytime you opened up under the sink they would scamper. My daugther found one in her bed. They were coming out of the kitchen sink. So....pretty bad actually.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, clean and convenient
Property owner was so flexible with our arrival time. Apartment was spacious and clean. Plenty of parking garages around. Locations was great and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Awesome location and apartment. Perfect for a big group!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Michel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven in the heart of Florence? Unfortunately not (anymore)
Its true: the appartement is well situated, in a quiet neighbourhood, only a few steps away from the market of Sant’Ambrogio and on walking distance of all the treasures of the city. It is also true that the appartement was very clean and that the beds are good. But: the kitchen equipment is rather poor, we had to buy a coffee can ourselves to be able to make coffee for 6. Some important household appliances are worn out: the dishwasher doesn’t work (which was mentioned already in a other comment, so nothing was done about it); the washing machine situated in a small shed in the garden was covered with dust and cobwebs; the refrigerator doesn’t close completely resulting in a thick layer of ice inside; while attempting to open the door of a shower cabin, it unexpectedly shattered in 1000 pieces. The concierge promised to remove the glass shards but we didn’t see anyone coming. The only reaction was to make us pay for a new shower cabin! The picture of the garden is really misleading: instead of pots with beautiful plants there are only hugh wild grasses covering everything. It’s pity we can not show a picture with the actual situation. It is clear that Pilastri Garden had been neglected over the past years. It will need some investments to make it ‘a slice of heaven’ again. And as long as the garden isn’t clean up, the actual picture should be removed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Assma C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Petit sejour
Appartement bien situé, agreable . Gros bemol sur l'equipement: 1 cafetiere italienne 1 personne alors que nous etions 6 adultes. Je l'ai déclaré à la personne qui s'occupait du check in mais je n'ai eu aucun retour! Vaisselle, grille pain hors services! Il n'y avait pas de vaisselle en quantité suffisante alors que nous etions 10!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cosimo B.

Florence en mars
Cet location a un bon rapport qualité -prix. L’endroit est excentré avec ses avantages et inconvénients. Il est relativement calme excepté le bruit de la TV des voisins parfois une bonne partie de la nuit. Le nombre de couchage est correct avec trois chambres ayant un lit double et 3 salles de bains Il y a aussi une chambre avec 2 lits simples. Nous n.avons pas eu l.occasion de profiter des extérieurs qui mériteraient un petit coup de rafraîchissement. L’appartement est tout en longueur ce qui pose problème dans la salle à manger pour les repas car nous étions à 5 mais je ne sais comment on pourrait manger à 8. Le salon est spacieux. La cuisine est correcte mais il manque quelques éléments comme des essuies vaisselle, lavettes et machine à café appropriée pour le nombre prévu de locataires. Il y avait une mini cafetière italienne bien trop insuffisante. Petite suggestion la fourniture d’une machine type Nespresso ou dolce gusto. La literie est bonne. Nous avons trouvé dans la rue une magnifique trattoria avec un accueil et une nourriture excellents. Il y a aussi dans les environs de bonnes boulangeries et petits supermarchés.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023