Palazzo Belle Donne - La Traviata  

Description from the manager

The belltower of Santa Maria Novella is visible from the windows of this accommodation in Florence. Spend your days exploring central Florence's winding streets on foot, and come home at night to a Florence rental apartment decorated with fascinating trompe l'oeil and cook your own meals with fresh food from the market.

This palazzo was constructed during the first half of the 14th century, at a time when Florence had begun to expand beyond the boundaries of the ancient Roman nucleus. It was commissioned by Messer Lapo, a member of the Aldobrandinis - a wealthy family who made their fortune in the spice business. At that time, via delle... Belledonne was a main commercial artery leading out of the city - it connected the Mercato Vecchio [market square] and via Strozzi to the Porta del Trebbio, the city door that opens a path to the north. In the 19th century, the palazzo housed several painters' workshops, including that of the celebrated artist Ingres. The artists' need for light is probably the reason why most of the apartments have very large windows.

[72 m2] 4th floor [with lift]: This charming two-bedroom apartment has a sitting/dining room with two large windows overlooking the Antinori Garden. There is a two-seater sofa, two armchairs, and a dining table for six. There is a small kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and 4 ring stove; the kitchen has a window. From the sitting/dining room, a semi-spiral staircase leads to a small single bedroom with a sloping, beamed ceiling. Next to the main entrance, some stone steps lead up to a double bedroom with a small terrace. There is a bathroom with tub and handheld showerhead located. A small recess under the roof houses a washing machine. The apartment is decorated with lovely trompe l'oeil decorations.

This Florence accommodation is one of several apartments in an elegant building located on a street called via delle Belledonne, close to the Duomo in Florence. Near this Florence vacation accommodation, one can find a baker, butcher, green grocer, coffee and pastry shops, hairdresser, dry cleaner, and a plethora of excellent restaurants. Don't miss the Profumeria Farmaceutica on via della Scala!

Pisa: 98 km

Siena: 70.4 km

Duomo: within walking distance

Uffizi: within walking distance

Ponte Vecchio: within walking distance

Available amenities: a dishwasher, washing machine, Satellite TV, telephone, high-speed DSL internet access, air conditioning, independent central heating, alarm clock, toaster, iron and ironing board, and elevator.

Amenities upon request: microwave, VCR, answering machine, American coffee maker, hair dryer, stereo, fan, and baby bed. Kitchen towels, bath towels [two sets per person], and bed linens [two sets per bed] are provided. Clients are responsible for washing and changing linens.

Extra Services: Maid Service can be arranged for 12 Euros per hour [includes cleaning supplies].

Please Note: This apartment is not suitable for students.

Minimum Stay: 14

Check-In: 1:30pm - 5:30pm

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What Past Guests Are Saying

• Kristine
  

  Kristine's review of Palazzo Belle Donne - La Traviata

  Left on 07/31/2006 for a stay in July 2006
  
  

  The central and historic location.
  
  The kitchen was very small. The shower, though it had excellent pressure, didn't release much water.
  
  All of Florence!

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• David
  

  David's review of Palazzo Belle Donne - La Traviata

  Left on 05/31/2005 for a stay in May 2005
  
  

  1. The proximity of the property to all places of interest. Everything was within walking distance. 2. The trompe-l'oeil decorations on the walls and doors were fascinating. 3. The photographs of the property on your website don't do it justice. 4. Laura and Maria were extremely helpful at all times.
  
  Once natural daylight had gone it was very dark in all rooms because of insufficient artificial lighting.
  
  1. The proximity of small food shops. 2. The superb quality of the fresh food in the central market. 3. Identifying locations in Florence that were used in the film 'Hannibal'.

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  The property was nice...

  Left on 08/15/2003 for a stay in August 2003
  
  

  The property was nice and the local agents were very helpful and accommodating. Great service from Rentvillas as well.
  
  The Italian atmosphere.
  
  The heat wave
  
  Nice neighborhood. Convenient, clean and friendly.

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