| Florence, S Croce Belvedere | |
| Central Florence Apartment |
Overview
Location
Santa Croce
Quality
Sleeps
4 + 2
Bedroom(s)
2
Bath(s)
2
Price
$4100USD/week
Enjoy
This historic palace in Piazza Santa Croce contains totally up-to-date apartments in central Florence, Italy. Not only are the furnishings luxurious, the views over the piazza to the handsome medieval church are breathtaking. Each apartment features its own historic atmosphere with Renaissance murals, family heirloom antiques, and talented decorating. Many guests spend the season here, returning year after year.
Location
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.
Exterior
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.
Interior
On the fourth floor (American designation) with elevator up 20 steps from main entrance.
Elegant living/dining room with pull-out sofa bed for two and French door leading to terrace. Sunny terrace with southern exposure, overlooking the large inner courtyard and rooftops.
Fully equipped kitchen.
Master bedroom with queen size bed, second bedroom with twin beds that can be made into a queen, en suite bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and bidet. Window overlooks small inner courtyard.
Second bathroom with shower over tub, toilet, sink and bidet.
Independent heating and central air-conditioning.
Facilities: Dishwasher, washer, dryer, microwave oven, toaster. American coffee maker, satellite TV, stereo hi-fi, CD and DVD pla
Tour
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The terrace of this luxury Florence apartment is its glory.
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Details
Detailed Features for Italy Vacation Rental
S Croce Belvedere
Santa Croce, Florence
| Location | Santa Croce |
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| Sleeps | 4+2 |
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| Bedrooms | Two bedrooms |
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| Bathrooms | Two bathrooms. Master bathroom has shower over tub. Second bathroom has stall shower. |
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| Floor | 3rd, 4th American |
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| Elevator | Elevator up 20 steps from main entrance |
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| Size | 1150 sq ft, 110 m2 |
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| Balconies, Terraces, Views | Sunny terrace with southern exposure |
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| Hair Dryer | Yes |
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| Dining | Elegant dining room |
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| Kitchen Equipment | Fully equipped kitchen. Dishwasher, microwave oven, toaster. American coffee maker, |
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| Laundry | Washing machine, separate dryer, iron & ironing board |
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| Air Conditioning | Yes |
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| Heat | Independent heating |
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| Utilities | Charged against security deposit |
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| Transportation | Several buses pass nearby. Taxis are available. |
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| Parking | Paid parking in garages nearby |
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| Crib | On request |
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| Entertainment | Satellite TV, stereo hi-fi, CD and DVD pla |
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| Telephone | Telephone |
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| Internet | Wireless internet separate charge: 1 week €20/computer |
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| Linens | Included |
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| Pets | No |
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| Smoking | No |
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| Family Suitability | Good for families and family get-togethers |
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| Cleaning | €80 final cleaning |
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| Cook | Yes, available for additional charge and on request |
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| Gyms | A small gym with exercise machines is available to guests. |
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| Security Deposit | €400 for 1 week rentals and €600 for over 1 week rentals |
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Dates-Rates
Availability and Pricing for Italy Vacation Rental
S Croce Belvedere
Santa Croce, Florence
Availability
| Available for bookings | Occupied/Not available | Reservation Pending |
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Price Information
| Rates 2010 - US Dollar | |
4 nights | $2870 |
| 5 nights | $3280 |
| 6 nights | $3690 |
| 7 nights | $4100 |
| 8-14 nights | $5100 |
| 15-21 nights | $6100 |
| 22-31 nights | $7100 |
| Five or six nights possible, depending on availability, please inquire. | |
Plus €80 final cleaning, utilities as used. Internet @ €20/week. Small extra fee for arrivals after 7pm and on Sundays that must be arranged in advance. | |
Reviews
Reviews and Customer Testimonials for Italy Vacation Rental
S Croce Belvedere
Santa Croce, Florence
Our Review
- Lovely apartments. Very comfortable and well appointed.
- We loved observing the daily life of the piazza starting with street cleaners, dog walkers, children going to school, the first tourists all the way till the after dinner strollers.
- One of the lowest spots in the city, note the high water marks on the buildings in the neighborhood -- on the second floor.
- The Santa Croce church with the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli and more is worth a day.
- There are several fees that are added to the ba
se price that I would prefer were included, but it isn't my palazzo! So be aware that there are additional fees for wireless internet and final cleaning as well as utilities that are charged according to use.
Guest Book Testimonials
| The most beautiful apartment in the world. | Jul 2008 |
Oh my gosh, the trip was the most beautiful experience we could have asked for. Wonderful!!! Thank you for your services! I would go back tonight if I had the chance. The Medici Apartment in Florence is simply the most beautiful apartment in the world. Perfect for our big group. Stately and palatial, with every accommodation we could want. Huge windows open onto the square where excitement and life take place before your eyes. Felt like living in a Renaissance Palace!!! Renee, who manages the Pallazzo, was so wonderful and kind and warm. We most enjoyed the sights, the activity on the Piazza, the local cafes in the Ambrogio (sp?) neighborhood, the art, the palatial, restful apartment. The art, the art, the art! Noise was an issue but we got a system down of using the air conditioners and fans at night to drown out the partying on the square. It turned out fine and we got used to the system of windows closed and white noise on. No other drawbacks or problems at all - everything was truly perfect. The noise wouldn't have bothered us if we didn't have to be up in the AM with the kids, if we could have slept late like the locals it would have been fine. perfect, the perfect location - walked everywhere and best gellati in the world was only two blocks away. the Medici Apartment is right in the middle of things - the ONLY place to stay in Florence is what we all decided. The Ambrogio neighborhood was perfect, very authentic and no tourists, The Standa market was perfect - we went there daily to get food to cook in our apartment every night. We ate out only once and enjoyed great dinners around the huge dining room table. The leather school behind Santa Croce was wonderful! Tips: Try to live like a local, get off the beaten path, book museum tickets ahead of time from home to avoid lines. Your service was wonderful and thorough and helpful in every way. Seriously. |
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Jennifer Z, Philadelphia, PA |
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| Miravista was light and lovely | Jul 2005 |
We rented two apartments in Palazzo Santa Croce from July 2nd to the 16th and spent 6 weeks in Italy overall. It was a marvelous trip and we have returned highly recommending staying in apartments to our friends. We loved and would certainly return to apartments in Florence, particularly Miravista which was light and lovely, and had the wonderful terrace. |
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Trina G, Virginia |
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| Donatello was grand | May 2005 |
The Palazzo Santa Croce was the perfect base for our daily wanderings through Florence. Donatello was grand and more than large enough for the four of us. |
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Richard E, California |
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Locale
Map, Distances and Weather for Italy Vacation Rental
S Croce Belvedere
Santa Croce, Florence
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