Fascinating Apartment
with Terrace in the Heart of Florence
Sleeps
2 + 1 with 1 bedroom and 2 baths
The Tesoro apartment is a
treasure of art and harmony in the historic center
of Florence.
Location
The Santa Croce neighborhood is
one of the most fascinating and historic in the
center of Florence. Piazza Santa Croce is traffic
free and hosts events of every kind, including the
famous Calcio in Costume (soccer as it was played
in ancient times - in medieval costumes).
Surrounded by history, the neighborhood has many
restaurants and markets.
Building
Located between Piazza Santa
Croce and the river, this Renaissance palazzo is
built in the style typical of the period. Grey
pietra serena (serene stone) outlines the geometry
of the facade. The building is beautifully
maintained; it is clean and quiet.
Interior Description
Glowing with radiantly colored
15th century frescoes, the entry transports you
into another time. You can enjoy these beautifully
preserved murals up close from an antique
settee.
The spacious living room has a
20th century flair with a sofa, side chairs,
chaise longue, a handsome antique sideboard,
fireplace and many pieces of art. The exceptional
aesthetics of the apartment evidence harmony and a
spirit of beauty that can be appreciated at every
turn.
A dining table, where you will
find your welcome basket of wine and a few
essentials, seats four. You can also choose to
dine on the terrace, a particular joy during warm
weather. The terrace has a wrought iron table and
chairs for four. It is right off the large kitchen
where there is another table for casual meals. The
kitchen is thoroughly modern and offers artistic
elements to enjoy.
The terrace and living room
overlook the inside of the block with its secluded
gardens.
The study is another treasure
with every wall and the ceiling covered with 18th
century frescoes. Their beautiful clouds and
cupids contrast with the vivid colors and themes
of the entry frescoes. A leather sofa converts to
a single bed. A full bath with shower adjoins the
study. A flat-screen television has satellite
reception for a few English language shows, a DVD
player, and a stereo.
Tranquility suffuses the master
bedroom with its warm yellow-gold walls and
polished wood throughout. The decorating language
is Japanese with a queen sized bed is on a wooden
platform, so is a little lower that the usual. It
has a heavy foam mattress. A glass walled room
forms a temple to the bath. A sofa and large
lounging pillows invite you to recharge in this
magical room. The room faces the internal, quiet
courtyard.
We have inspected this
apartment:
-
We
love the Santa Croce area; there is so much to
see and do every day and the large Piazza
Santa Croce hosts frequent special events.
-
The
terrace enhances your enjoyment of Florence.
-
It
is hard to express how truly special this
apartment is. It is filled with spectacular
and unique art. But beyond the wonderful
things to look at, there is a harmonious
spirit that pulls it all together.
-
Good
karma.
Request
your dates. 781.275.1055
| Location |
Santa
Croce, Florence |
| Sleeps |
2
+ 1 |
| Bedrooms |
One
bedroom, one study with sofa bed |
| Bathrooms |
Two |
| Floor,
elevator |
2nd
Floor (American designation) with elevator |
| Size |
1080
square feet, 100 square meters |
| Terrace |
100
square feet of terrace |
| View |
Courtyard
gardens and surrounding buildings |
| Suitability
for families |
A
small family, with a child over the age of
12. |
| Crib |
No |
| Ample
and limited mobility travelers |
Elevator is small. The
master bed is low, not on the floor, but on
a platform with a
thick mattress on frame, no box spring, the
standard in Italy. |
| Entertainment |
Satellite TV with DVD player, stereo in study. |
| Telephone
& Internet |
Landline
telephone, guest pays for calls. High speed
internet.
|
| Hair
dryer |
Yes |
| Dining |
Dining
room with table for four. Terrace table
seats four. Kitchen
table seats 3. |
| Kitchen
equipment |
Full
kitchen with four burner gas stove
top, oven, sink and large refrigerator
with a freezer compartment.
"American" drip coffee maker, Italian coffee
pot, microwave, juicer. |
| Laundry |
Washer,
iron, and ironing board |
| Cleaning |
Final
cleaning included, weekly cleaning with
longer stays. |
| Air conditioning |
Yes |
| Heat |
Yes |
| Utilities |
Baseline
utilities, €30 week included. Guests pay
costs above this. |
| Transportation |
Public
transportation nearby
|
| Parking |
Public garage on
the other side of Piazza Santa Croce, about €25/day. |
| Neighborhood |
Historic and
lively Santa Croce neighborhood. |
|
2008
Rates
|
| 7
nights
|
6
nights
|
5
nights
|
4
weeks
Nov
1 - March 31
|
| €1750 |
€1520 |
€1290 |
€3430 |
| One
week minimum Christmas, New Year's and
Easter. |
| Availability
Calendar |
Currency
converter |
| Request
your dates. 781.275.1055 US Phone number |
|
Prices
includes welcome basket, final cleaning,
utilities allowance,
booking fees, wire transfer fees, credit
card fees as well as use of all apartment
features. |
|
Rome
Florence Apartment, Terrace, Sleeps 2 + 1
