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'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Piazza del Duomo

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Point of interest
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Camera da letto 1

1 Queen Bed

Soggiorno

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bagno 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace

At fifty steps from the Duomo in one of the most prestigious and exclusive areas of the historical center of Florence, the elegant Renaissance palace of the family de 'Biffi completely renovated on the first floor with lift, rent apartment with a large terrace on the courtyard bright and well maintained and ceilings with original wooden beams, bedroom, kitchen and dining area, living room with sofa bed and equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, television LCD / LED, safe, a renovated bathroom with a big walking shower, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave and all other amenities that will make your comfortable stay in Florence.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
You can ask for a small bed with an extra amount
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 IT048017C2CCRVZBH3

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this apartment is in the city centre. 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. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Firenze, FI

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don Nino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Il Bottegone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Ricasoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Eataly Firenze - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'The Terrace to the Cathedral', apartment in the center of Florence with terrace located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is steps away from Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria are also within 10 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Unità Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott W., Philadelphia, PA

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

Amazing stay

Great apartment in every way - location, bathroom, size, you name it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Great, close in, Big space

Excellent welcome by our host. 1’ to Duomo, 7’ Academia, well set up kitchen, dining room, sitting room, and porch in addition to a large bedroom with ample closet space. You can’t miss with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Charming, great location and welcoming host

Italian charm with all the amenities! Gracious host with wonderful recommendations. The only negative we experienced was that the oven pan and microwave were not cleaned from previous tennants.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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

Incredible stay in Florence!

I can’t imagine a more perfect apartment in both amenities and location in Florence. Alessandro was super nice, helpful as we accidentally arrived early. This apartment is located within that shadows of the Duomo and is close to so many wonderful restaurants, attractions, shops & more. Just loved everything about our stay…and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary k.

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

Wonderful all around

The host was amazing to us after a terrible travel day, picked us up at the airport. It was after midnight and he even found a place open so I could buy a bottle of wine, above and beyond and so appreciated. The apartment is comfortable and perfect, best location in Florence
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

Fantastic location and host

This apartment couldn't have been in a better location. You could walk to everything in the old town of Florence. Alessandro was very helpful and was able to accommodate us arriving a little earlier than normal check-in time. He helped us get a very early morning taxi since I was having difficulties getting my phone to work. This had plenty of room for the two of us. We had a great time and would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Quiet, roomy, comfortable

This apartment is roomy and very well appointed. My wife and I were so comfortable here. Another advantage is that it is quiet, which was a welcome change from the large crowds in Florence at Spring Break time. Alessandro is a terrific host. He stayed in touch with us and offered his advice and help in any way we might have needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ella

Beautiful apartment, excellent location

We stayed for 3 nights in this beautiful apartment. It is very clean and cozy, with antique furniture and a perfect little terrace. There is everything you need in the kitchen, also extra linen, blankets, and towels, cleaning supplies, etc. We were met by Alessandro's friend Emiliano who gave us recommendations on sightseeing and restaurants. We were leaving very early in the morning and when Emiliano came to pick up the keys he even brought us fresh pastries for breakfast! Thank you, Emiliano and Alessandro!!

10/10 Excellent

Kay H.

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

Location Location Location

This was the perfect place for our four day adventure in Firenze! Alessandro was a great host and the communication was good from the beginning. He met us upon arrival and showed us how to work everything and also gave us detailed information for getting around Firenze. The apartment was very clean and furnished with all the amenities. The shower had good pressure and the bed was very comfortable after a long day of sightseeing. And, despite the apartment being a few steps from the busy Duomo, it was extremely quiet. The apartment is very close and within walking distance to popular attractions. My husband and I highly recommend this place for your time in Firenze. Thank you Alessandro for sharing your beautiful traditional florentine style apartment with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Easy access to everything

What an amazing location, just steps from the Duomo. This apartment is right in the heart of the city which made it easy to explore the city by foot. We spent the most time out of our trip in Florence and felt very at home. The apartment is set up with all the comforts of home. The host was most excellent, he sat down with us and gave us a lot of helpful information about the city and things to do. He was also very attentive to any of our needs and was always just a text message away with answers to any of our questions. I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Florence to consider staying here. The only problem we encounter was that the apartment was located in the middle of the block which was confusing because the address is 1 so you would think it would be at one end or the other so keep this in mind.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis G.

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

Italy Wine Not Again

We loved our stay at the “Terrace to the Cathedral”. I feared the location would be noisy, but the apartment is extremely quiet and comfortable. The location was perfect for all of our activities. Alessandro was extremely helpful, meeting us when we arrived early, giving us detailed information about the apartment and the neighborhood. His cleaning lady was there before him, but even though she didn’t speak English she was very welcoming and helpful. We needed to text him a few times and he always responded quickly. Alessandro arranged our taxi our departure day when we couldn’t get a service to respond. The apartment was beautiful, and comfortable with two air conditioners, which was important for the July heat.The terrace was pretty, but it was just too hot to go outside for longer than a few minutes. The kitchen was well stocked even though we chose not to cook. I would be happy to return, and very happy to recommend to anyone looking for a property on VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2nd time at the apartment. It's our favourite place in florence. Everything is close within walking distance to the museum's, churches
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic place to stay in Florence. We loved it! It’s super clean and well kept, very spacious and so conveniently located. It’s also surprisingly quiet, especially for being so close to everything. The kitchen is well set up, the laundry facility is helpful and it has a nice outside terrace.Alessandro is a great host. He’s very communicative and genuinely wants you to enjoy your stay. We ran into a problem because the VRBO app did not show all of the details correctly – be aware that if you are only two people, but want to use the regular bed and the sofa bed, as my adult daughter and I did, it will cost more, as if there is a third guest. This was unclear, but Alessandro was very accommodating with the mixup and we worked it out. Overall we had a wonderful stay and I will 100% stay there the next time I’m in Florence… And you should also! It’s really just the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Perfect Florence Location, steps from the Duomo

Alessandro has thought of everything to make your stay in Florence comfortable. The apartment is beautiful with high end touches and is a wonderful place to return after a long day of exploring Florence. Easy walk to the Ufizzi, Ponte Vechio, and train station for day trips. We stayed for a week and enjoyed breakfast/coffee every morning before heading out. We reviewed our day on the outside patio area. I would love to return for a longer stay… still so much left to see and experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great!! Very clean, comfortable and in a perfect spot in the middle of the square.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

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

Outstanding

Alassandro is a great host and his apartment is top of the line. Everything you could want for a long stay, as ours was 9 days. The location is absolutely perfect! Just minutes from anything in central Florence. There’s no question we will be staying here on our next visit
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah c.

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

Fantastic apartment for a Florence stay!

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Terazza del Duomo

We had a fabulous experience in Florence. Alessandro was a magnificent host! The property is conveniently located near everything! If you are coming to Florence, congratulations your search is over!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Amazing stay!

Alessandro was an incredible host. He met us with the key and gave us so many amazing recommendations around Florence since it was our first time visiting. The apartment was clean, in an incredible location (Cathedral literally outside the door), and just all around a cozy, cute place. I highly highly recommend this place for your trip. We hope to be back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Great place with an amazing host

This property has everything one needs to feel comfortable and create a temporary home. With an elevator that starts on the ground floor, the apartment is good for those with mobility issues. Alessandro provides everything you need for a great stay. He is amazing host. Love this place and will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Fantastic Location-Wonderful Apartment-Outstanding Host

Fantastic location in the center of Florence next to the Duomo within easy walking distance to nearly everything. Wonderful apartment on first floor (with elevator if needed) well furnished and very comfortable with unique secluded outdoor terrace. Alessandro was an outstanding host in everyway coordinating taxis for our arrival/departure (we parked our car outside the city) providing advice/recommendations for tourist sites and always on call if we needed anything. We were there for 2-1/2 weeks and that was not enough time for Florence!
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

Perfetto!

My daughter and I stayed in Florence for a 7 days. The location of this apartment is great. Being so close to Duomo it allowed us to wander freely, explore other parts of Florence and always easily find our way back. Alessandro was great to work with. I had 2 instances where I needed help with some phone call and he was happy to help out. Those 2 instances resulted in being very easy for me. The first 4 days we were there the weather was perfect so we spent most of our time outside of the apartment. Days 5 and 6 were rainy. On these rainy days we did some morning museum things, then early afternoon we did the 2 minute walk to the grocery store bought some things for the apartment and watched some movies until the rain let up. Perfect location, very clean and comfortable and a host that is willing and capable helping in any situation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Evelisa W.

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

Wonderful stay in Florence

Stayed 4 days in July 2023. Alessandro was amazing and accommodating. We asked if it would be possible to drop our luggage off at the apartment as we arrived in Florence at noon. To our surprise he had expedited the cleaning and check in process for us so that we could have an early check in. It was clear that Alessandro wanted us to enjoy our time in Florence and in addition to orienting us to the apartment provided maps, recommendations, and general tips for navigating the area. The apartment was well appointed and as depicted. Though the weather was 40 degrees C the air con unit in the master bedroom kept us comfortable. We didn't have the need to contact Alessandro during our stay but we were confident that he would attend to any need that presented. Highly recommend the location (easily walkable from train station) and just far enough of the piazza that you are not overwhelmed by crowds. The gelateria across the street is highly recommended as it was a daily treat for our kids (ages 8 and 11).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

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

Perfect stay in Florence!

We had a wonderful stay at Alessandro's apartment. He was considerate in every way and spent time helping us acclimate to the apartment and area as well as leaving notes detailing phone numbers, etc. for transportation, restaurants, and activities which was very helpful. He thoughtfully equipped the apartment with everything needed, even umbrellas which came in handy one day. The area is within walking distance to many of the important sites and convenient to groceries a few minutes walk away as well as other shops and restaurants. We would absolutely not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffery M.

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

Great stay

The host took time to explain the details of the apartment as well as sites in Florence. His recommendations for food were spot on. One of our best experiences with a VRBO host. I would recommend this property for its excellent location, beautiful apartment and responsive and caring host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

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