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Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence

Family-friendly apartment in Florence

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living room
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double bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 466 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Firenze, Tuscany
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence

Located in the lively neighborhood of Sant Ambrogio, nearby Santa Maria del Fiore and Santa Croce, the flat has the characteristic florentine style, the ceiling with exposed beams, parquet, view on the rooftops and two nice fireplaces.
It has to bedrooms, kitchen, wifi, air conditioning and free parking place. It is ideal for maximum 4 for persons. As almost all the ancient buildings/palaces it has no elevator, but at your arrival you will be surrounded by a unique atmosfera, heartfelt and romantic.
The apartment has a wide living room with kitchen, a big bedroom for two with wardrobe, a nice small bedroom with French bed (cm. 140 x 190), a bathroom with a shower and bidet. Every room has a window with a view on the rooftops of Florence. The two bedrooms are completely separated by the living room, so complete privacy is guaranteed. It is the perfect choice for a couple looking for a romantic holiday in Florence, for two couples of friends, and for a family with kids. We can provide a small bed with blankets, a high chair, and on demand a stroller, without any additional cost. The apartment has any comfort you need and it is the perfect match to spend botha a quick stay or a long term vacation in Florence. You can find in it: blankets, towels, cooking utensils, a fridge with freezer, oven, burners, microwave, toaster, tea pot (ketter), dishwasher, air-drier, washing machine, drying rack, a steam iron and an ironing board. All the apartment is covered by fast wi-fi service. It has heating and air-conditioning in every room. A small library is available for the guests with guides and art history books in it. You could find table games, and for those who are fond of music there is a piano and an HiFi system.
We olso offer to all our guests a free private parking place, 1,5 km and 15 minutes walk from the apartment. The parking area is protected area by a closed gate.
The whole apartment is at complete disposal of our guests. The apartment building has other 5 apartments, one on each floor. It’s a very quite and safe building and beneath the apartment lives our very good friend Flavia: you can count on her if you have a problem to solve.
Claudia e David will welcome you in person and they will check the cleaning conditions and the sheets in the apartment, because they want everything to be perfect for their guests. They will help you with your arrival and your departure time and of course with your luggage. They will warmly welcome you and assist you with any information you need to live a gorgeous experience in Florence. The guests will never be alone, because Claudia and David live and work in the city center and they will be always at the guests disposal.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The apartment is located in the lively neighborhood of Sant’Ambrogio, in the heart of the historic centre of Florence nearby the Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore) and the beautiful Santa Croce Basilica with its gorgeous square. It’s a strategic starting point to easily reach by walk every important monument in the city: Gallerie dell’Accademia, Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Maria Novella, San Marco, San Lorenzo and of course Ponte Vecchio.

HOW TO REACH THE APARTMENT
Via Fiesolana is at only 20 minutes walking distance from the main train station of Santa Maria Novella (or 10 minutes by taxi or public transportation). From the Florence airport the best way to reach our place is by taxi (flat fee € 25) or by the airport shuttle bus (called Volain Bus) that leaves every 30 minutes and brings you to the main station (the ticket costs € 6). From there you can take bus n. 14 or n. 23 and get off at 'Colonna 1'. If you fly to Pisa airport you reach the main Florence railway station by train or coach; then get a taxi or a bus or walk. If you arrive by car, please read more information.

PARKING:
The historical center - called ZTL area (Limited Traffic Zone) - is restricted to cars and only residents can park there. If you arrive by car you need to temporarily park it into a private garage for the time to unload or load the luggage. The garage closest to the apartment and the cheapest is Garage Italia (via Fiesolana, n.19, € 6/1 hour distance: 5 metres)
After having unload your luggage we will accompany you to our private parking place, located nearby the historic city centre (via Gioberti, n. 33). From there it is very easy to reach the apartment by walk( distance: 1,50 km far from the apartment, walk approx. 15 min).
The private parking is in an open air courtyard protected by a gate. The parking is available and free for the duration of your stay.

CHECK-IN:
Please when you get near Florence send me a message to tell the presumed time of your arrival in order to facilitate the delivery of the keys

RECOMMENDATION
The furniture and decoration in the apartment comes from the ancient and unique tradition of Tuscan artisans: wood from the Apennines, marble from Carrara and stones from Rapolano. Please be careful in using them because they are very precious materials.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Please water the plants on the kitchen window thank you!


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 IT048017C2B7SA34CW

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Florence

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, this apartment is near theme parks. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Signoria. Travelling with kids? Consider Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science, or check out an event or a game at Stadio Artemio Franchi.
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Firenze, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palazzo Vecchio - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) - 17 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Giostra - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafè Michelangelo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eby's Latin Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rex Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beer Spot Firenze - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Apartment in the Hearth of Florence located?

Located in the centre of Florence, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Great Synagogue of Florence, Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio are also within 15 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Unità Tram Stop is 17 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was beautiful and very cozy. Location was great, quiet but close to everything. Hosts were great with communicating.The apartment did have mosquitos present, I am covered in mosquito bites after my stay, my travel partners also have bites (not as many) but we did have to kill many mosquitos.But I would recommend this place as it is so nice and location perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is so special and whimsical and has absolutely everything and more that you might need, for example the rolling grocery cart. Location is ideal, we walked to the train station and everything else. Claudia is extremely available and even helped me secure a taxi pickup on our last day. The beds are extremely comfortable, the washing machine was so nice. Just a perfect stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I absolutely loved our stay here. The apartment is a few flights up, but it’s completely worth it for the beautiful city views and peaceful atmosphere. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the hosts went above and beyond — they even helped us carry our luggage up on check-in day! Everything was spotless, and the decor was a charming blend of antique and modern touches that felt very “Florence.” The hosts were wonderfully communicative and provided excellent local recommendations for restaurants and markets. Honestly, the only thing that could have made it better would be staying longer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool Apartment

Cool apartment with a great feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence

Stayed for one month Excellent location! Apt cute and comfortable Host easy to work with and very helpful
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, tastefully decorated.

We were extremely late arriving to the VRBO, but Claudia arranged for a lady to meet us there to go through all the details. The location is close to everything. Could use a privacy screen for the shower. Overall, it was cozy and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and full of character but noisy

The apartment was very clean and full of character as shown in the pictures though there was a loud humming noise coming from the wall at the bedhead which kept us awake between 10.00pm and 1.00am in the morning so we had to leave 3 days early. There was also construction noise from a unit below.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

AnneDoug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One month stay

We enjoyed our time very much. You definitely need to like doing stairs! We got used to it for sure. Location is excellent. Daniele was so helpful and patient. We thank him for all that he did for us. He had hi-speed internet installed while we were there too which was fantastic! Grazie Mille!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Th. I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir waren am Ende unseres ItalenUrlaubs in der Stadt. Zuvorkommender früherer Check in zum Koffer loswerden, sehr gute Tipps zum Essen gehen und Einkaufen, alles sauber unfd ordentlich, Küche bestens ausgestattet. Gerne wieder. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing. Fabulous location, good communication with owner. Much love has gone into making this rental very special. Only complaint I have is not communicating that it’s on the fourth floor, with no lift and no coffee maker. But that being said, I would rent this apt. again while in Florence. I would just not bring so much luggage!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine sehr schöne Wohnung für uns vier Personen. Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet über den Dächern von Florenz. Tolle Gegend, ruhige Strasse und der Markt San Ambrogio ist nicht weit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alixia b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

A proximité du Duomo, l'appartement est très calme et situé dans un quartier authentique, à 5 mn du marché St Ambrogio. Les hôtes nous ont accueillies avec beaucoup de gentillesse et ont répondu très vite à nos questions. Décore avec charme et attention dans chaque détail, nous nous sommes senties chez nous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place & location

Perfect for our family. Great location and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Apartment

The apartment was perfect for our family. It was very spacious and had everything we needed. We were able to cook dinner the last night of our stay which we enjoyed very much. It is perfectly located out of the very touristy area, but within a short walk to everything you would want to see and do. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Beautiful appartment in the heart of Florence. We will be back. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in Florence

This was a lovely property! Like the listing says, it is up 5 flights of stairs, but it honestly wasn’t too bad for our group (26 y/o females). The location was perfect for exploring Florence and the guide book provided by the host was a great touch. Be sure to look at the photos as the shower is only separated from the main room by a see-through stained glass window. Special shoutout to Claudia for meeting us at check-in and allowing us to leave our bags early! Our only gripe was that the shower was not very clean, but there were cleaning supplies provided and I assume it was due to our early arrival. Overall, we would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Outstanding Location and Beautifully Equipped

The apartment is better equipped than many properties we have stayed in. The completeness of the furnishings made it feel like home.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cours A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe adresse

Idéalement situé et parfaitement propre !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

serge n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appartement très agreable dans un quartier très sympa

Séjour très agréable sous un beau soleil automnal
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, cozy apartment in the city center

Great and unique apartment in the center of the city. Close to everything, all major shopping and dining sites. It is on the top floor without elevator but it didn’t bother us at all. The apartment itself is beautifully and tastefully decorated and has everything you need and even more. We enjoyed our stay and hope to be back one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour Firenze

Super appartement en plein cœur de Florence, top !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barot L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Voyage à Florence

Nous avons passer un superbe séjour à Florence. L’appartement est vraiment bien situé, toutes les commodités et monuments sont à quelques pas du logement.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in Florence

Charming two bedroom, close to all markets, the duomo, and only a short walk to the river. Host was very helpful and answered promptly whenever we had any questions. Made our first trip to Florence wonderful.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEIL W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Romantic Apartment

Family of 3 adults stayed in this beautiful apartment in Florence. The decor was very artistic and we loved being able to look over the rooftops of Florence. Kitchen had everything we needed and well stocked. The bedrooms were very spacious. Close to all amenities. We would definitely stay here again. We highly recommend this wonderful apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Christmas stay

The apartment was exactly as advertised. It was very cozy and close to everything. Clean and well equipped. The host met us upon arrival and kept in contact throughout our stay. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Claudia

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My name is Claudia, I was born in Tuscany and i moved to Florence to study Art History. I immediately fell in love with this city and from that moment I never wanted to leave. I have lived and worked here for almost 30 years and i’m still astonished/amazed/ breathless by its beauty and history.I bought my apartment in via Fiesolana from an italian artist named Gabriele that used it as its studio, and the rooms still reflects the same disposition the artist needed to paint his works of art. It was love at first sight for me, from the moment i saw the apartment I realized it had to be mine. This apartment in via Fiesolana had been my home for many unforgettable years and I really hope that my guests could experience the same feelings of happiness i felt in this apartment.

What makes this property unique

It’s very difficult to describe the reasons why I immediately fell in love with my apartment, they were just a bunch of unexplainable feelings. Some of the unique characteristics that hit me were the very high ceiling and the artistic glass window you could admire in the living room, a work by the Italian artist Gabriele, who was the previous owner of the apartment; the fireplaces, one of them with a head of Eolo the top also by Gabriele, the views on the roofs of Florence, the ancient wooden floor of the living room and the warm atmosphere that comes from any room. The big papier-mâché mask in the living-room was made by Gabriele too, he always loved to call it “Lo spirito della casa” (The soul of the house), it has been put there by the artist and it has always been there.

Languages:

English, French, Italian