Sleeps: 6 Bedroom(s): 3 Bathroom(s): 3.5
Set within an impeccably restored 19th-century palazzo, Opal is a beautifully designed three-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom apartment offering space, comfort and unforgettable views. Located near the Arno in Florence’s charming Santa Croce neighborhood, this two-level apartment truly lives up to its name as a gem that’s perfectly positioned for enjoying Florence.
The main level features a bright open-plan living and dining area framed by large windows. Natural linen tones with crimson accents create a warm yet refined atmosphere, while a comfortable seating area and large dining table makes it easy to relax or gather for meals at home. The modern kitchen is fully equipped and integrated along one wall, allowing for easy conversation between cooking and dining spaces. A striking contemporary metal staircase rises from the center of the room to the upper level, adding a distinctive architectural element. A half bathroom located on this level is a convenient touch.
Upstairs, a small seating area on the landing provides a quiet place to read or unwind. Staff at the palazzo are available to assist with luggage to this level, making arrival and settling an easy experience. The upper level has three inviting bedrooms beneath warm wooden beamed ceilings, all enjoying exceptional views across Florence’s terracotta rooftops. From the windows, the tower of Palazzo Vecchio and Brunelleschi’s magnificent Duomo rise above the city – an unmistakably Florentine view.
Bedroom 1 is decorated in soft mauve tones and features an en suite marble bathroom with both a rain shower and a luxurious rolltop bathtub. Bedroom 2 also has its own en suite bathroom finished in marble with a rain shower, while bedroom 3 includes a private en suite marble bathroom of its own.
Guests also have access to a shared gym area on the ground floor of the palazzo, equipped with stationary bikes, weights and mats for those who wish to keep up their fitness routine while in Florence.
With its two-level layout, well-designed interiors and remarkable skyline views, Opal is a gorgeous apartment in one of Florence’s most appealing neighborhoods. From here you’re just moments from the Uffizi, the Arno and the cafés, artisan workshops and daily life that make Santa Croce such a wonderful place to stay.