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Tesoro

Holiday Apartment in Florence, Italy

Two Bedrooms, One Bath, Sleeps 4 + 1

Next to Boboli Gardens

This is a very elegant, quiet neighborhood unknown to most tourists. Set among a few small quiet streets are two-story residences that were built in the 1920's. From the apartment to the Ponte Vecchio it is about a 20 minute walk. From there it's an easy walk to all the major sites but you can escape to a private peaceful retreat with plenty of greenery and your own garden and terrace. It is behind the Boboli Gardens and called the "Bobolino," or little Boboli Gardens. 

The Boboli Gardens, which are directly behind the apartment, are Florence's only central public gardens and were commissioned by the Medicis, thus the naming of this as the "Medici" apartment. To the east is the glorious walk up Viale Niccolo Macchiavelli to the million-dollar view of Florence from the Piazzale Michelangelo. No need to go to the gym if you make this walk up the hill each day to the top where you'll enjoy spectacular views of the city, particularly the dome of the Duomo cathedral.

The Medici apartment is on the bottom floor of a two-story building that consists of only two units. As you enter the quiet, narrow street where the apartment is located you'll see the stone walls of the Boboli Gardens directly in front of you. The street is less then one block long and dead-ends at the ancient wall. It's a 15-minute walk to the Pitti Palace or the lively Piazza Santo Spirito which has many excellent restaurants and a daily outdoor produce market. The Ponte Vecchio is a 18 minute walk.

This lovely apartment is a rare find in Florence since it has the privacy of a town home, it's own back terrace where you can enjoy meals al fresco and the benefit of free on-street parking if you would like to have a car handy for day trips to the Tuscan countryside. It was completely remodeled in 2004 so all furnishings and appliances are brand new.

The living room has a very large window that opens out onto the small street and overlooks the neighbor's beautiful wisteria vines and palm tree. The lush vegetation gives a very Mediterranean aura to the apartment and will make you feel like you're in the country even though you're only minutes away from famous sites like the Duomo, the David, and the Ponte Vecchio! The second bedroom has a large window that overlooks the street as well. The master bedroom and bathroom are at the back of the apartment and each have windows opening onto the back garden and terrace. The kitchen has French doors that open onto the terrace. The floors are handsome polished terracotta tiles that have just been completely restored. 

The living room has two brand new comfortable divans accessorized with sumptuous throw pillows. If you want to just sit and relax at home, there is plenty of reading light from the lamps next to the sofas. In the corner of the living room is a dining table and four cushioned dining room chairs so that you can have meals indoors if you prefer. Gaze out the living room window and you'll see the ancient walls of the Boboli Gardens immediately to your right.

The master bedroom has an armoire for clothing storage and a very comfortable brand-new mattress. The lamps on the night stands on either side of the bed provide good reading light. The cheery second bedroom is furnished with two twin beds, a night stand with a lamp and an armoire for clothing.

The kitchen is completely new with top-quality cabinets and appliances. There is a four-burner stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, all new dishes, pots, pans and cooking utensils. You'll find this kitchen to be a delight to cook in. On the other hand, you're in Florence and on vacation, so chances are you'll be eating out at the many nearby excellent restaurants most days. However, the wonderful selection of fresh seasonal ingredients might tempt you to cook at home. Just at the edge of the neighborhood, in the Piazza Porta Romana, are a few daily produce stands that sell fresh fruits and vegetables, so handy if you need a few last-minute items. 

The bathroom has just been completely remodeled with white tiles, good under-the-sink storage, toilet, bidet and shower.
The Medici apartment has a lovely outdoor space a garden and terrace. It's small, but large enough for five to sit around the table and enjoy summer meals. There is a patio table with umbrella. You can just step right out onto the terrace from the kitchen. This is a country where meals al fresco is a way of life and you'll find yourself getting into the swing of things, even if it's just lingering over a cup of coffee and reading a good book outside on the terrace in the mornings.

A DVD and CD player are provided along with a small selection of movies and music. But bring along your own as well to enjoy. There is a selection of guidebooks for you to peruse and enjoy when you arrive and provide an extensive list of our favorite restaurants and tips on where to shop.

Within a few blocks are several small fruit and vegetable stands and other food stores. Nearby is Piazza Santo Spirito which has several nice restaurants and a daily outdoor produce market. Via Guicciardini which runs in front of the Pitti Palace has plenty of shopping, restaurants. We can also recommend our favorite, not-too-touristy, restaurants where you can sample delicious & affordable Italian cuisine. High-speed Internet access available at an Internet check point across from the Pitti Palace (the cost is reasonable - approximately $4 for 1 hour of access).

Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to make a booking.

This is a non-smoking house. No pets please.

We have personally stayed in this property. Our evaluation is:

• Warm and welcoming.
• Furniture is very good. The two sofas in the living room are a great place to relax.
• The DVD player, DVDs for all ages, and the stereo allowed us to hang out and have a quiet evening at home.
• The quiet of this neighborhood is a whole different Florence. Very charming.
• Take the 12/13 bus down to Porta Romana to save on the walk.

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