Charming top floor apartment with piazza and rooftop views in a great central location.

Charming top floor

Conveniently located in the heart of the historical center of Florence, in Piazza Santa Croce, the palazzo is a landmark Renaissance Palazzo, and one of the few left in the historic center of Florence with a dramatic frescoed facade.

Many people passing through Piazza Santa Croce notice Giovanni di Ser Giovanni's 1620 frescoes on the overhanging facade this handsome building, but few realize they can actually stay here. The 16th-century palazzo is owned by the gracious Contessa Piccolomini, who rents out truly spacious apartments to anyone who has ever dreamed of lying in bed near a roaring fire under a 17th-century frescoed ceiling or sipping tea in a living room surrounded by trompe d'oeil Roman ruins with a 16th-century wood ceiling above.

On fifth floor (American designation) of of the building adjoining Palazzo Santa Croce. It is also an ancient building but because it doesn't have the historic denomination of the neighboring building, a few more things could be done in the remodeling.

Views of Florence rooftops, landmarks and Piazza Santa Croce, depending on the room. Elevator to third floor, 19 wooden steps to apartment entrance; be sure you are ready to lug your luggage up one flight.

Luxurious master bedroom with queen size bed that can be divided into twins. Overlooks Piazza Santa Croce. Guests have reported that this bed is shorter than an American queen.

Second bedroom with twin size beds with en suite bathroom with tub/shower. The twin beds are placed foot to foot in a narrow room.

Second bathroom with shower.

Living/dining room with a sofa that pulls out into a twin sofa bed and two easy chairs.

The kitchen is compact, but a beautiful, large hutch supplements its storage and working area.

Independent heating and central air-conditioning.

Facilities: Dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave oven, toaster, American coffee maker, satellite TV, stereo hi-fi, CD and DVD players, telephone, high speed internet, answering machine, fax machine, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Use of Palazzo private Gym.

Location	Santa Croce

Sleeps	4+1

Bedrooms	Two bedrooms

Bathrooms	Two bathrooms

Floor	4th, 5th American

Elevator	Elevator to third floor

Size	645 sq ft, 60 m2

Balconies, Terraces, Views	Views of Florence rooftops, landmarks and Piazza Santa Croce, depending on the room.

Hair Dryer	Yes

Dining	Living/dining room

Kitchen Equipment	The kitchen is compact, but a beautiful, large hutch supplements its storage and working area. Dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave oven, toaster, American coffee maker,

Laundry	Washer/Dryer, Iron and ironing board

Air Conditioning	Central A/C

Heat	Independent heating

Utilities	Charged against security deposit

Transportation	Several busses pass nearby. Taxis are available.

Parking	Paid parking in garages nearby is expensive.

Crib	On request

Entertainment	Satellite TV, stereo hi-fi, CD and DVD players,

Telephone	Telephone, fax machine, answering machine

Internet	High speed internet

Linens	Included

Pets	No

Smoking	No

Family Suitability	Good for families and family get-togethers

Cleaning	There is a separate charge for final cleaning and the amount varies with the size of the apartment.

Cook	Yes, available for additional charge and on request

Gyms	A small gym with exercise machines is available to guests.

Security Deposit	$500/week

Rates 2010 US Dollars
5 nights	$2000
6 nights	$2250
7 nights	$2500
8-14 nights	$3300
15-21 nights	$3900
22-31 nights	$4700
Five or six nights possible, depending on availability, please inquire.
Plus €80 final cleaning, utilities and internet @ €20/week per computer. Small extra fee for arrivals after 7pm and on Sundays that must be arranged in advance.

Charming top floor