Piazza Antinori - Carmen  

Description from the manager

For a memorable experience, rent this Tuscany villa in Florence. This elegant holiday accommodation is furnished with antiques and enjoys unparalleled views of the Duomo, Giotto's bell tower, and the baroque San Gaetano church. Centrally located, this Tuscany apartment in Florence is the icing on the cake of your Italian vacation.

Throughout the centuries the palazzo was remodeled extensively, acquiring its present form in the mid-18th century. In the shops nearby one can find a baker, butcher, green grocer, coffee and pastry shops, hairdresser, dry cleaner, and a plethora of excellent restaurants.

[108 m2] Fourth floor [with lift...]: This beautiful apartment is furnished with many antiques, and it has spectacular views of the Duomo, Giotto's bell tower, and the baroque Church of San Gaetano. There is an entrance hall with a storage cupboard. This leads into a living/dining room with an antique table that comfortable seats six people, and two big windows overlooking the Church of San Gaetano. The living/dining room also has two large sofas, armchairs, a coffee table, and a marble fireplace. There is a double bedroom with a queen size bed and a bedroom with two twin beds. Both bedrooms have spacious closets and nice prints on the walls. Opposite each bedroom is a bathroom: one with a tub and one with a shower. At the end of the hall is a modern, fully equipped kitchen with a small table and chairs.

This short term apartment in Florence is located in a palazzo on the elegant Piazza Antinori in the Duomo district. The palazzo dates back to the 14th Century, a time when the city was just beginning to expand beyond the Roman central nucleus. At that time, Via Tornabuoni and Piazza Antinori were side streets leading towards the Florence city limits. It was only in the mid-15th Century that the location around this apartment rental in Florence became the address for wealthy Florentines who bought and refurbished palaces to turn them into stately homes.

Pisa: 98 km

Siena: 70.4 km

Ponte Vecchio: within walking distance

Duomo: within walking distance

Piazza Santa Maria Novella: within walking distance

Available Amenities: Elevator, armored door, daytime doorman, bell and buzzer, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, 4-burner gas stove, oven, washing machine, Satellite TV, telephone, high-speed DSL internet access, air conditioning, independent central heating, alarm clock, American coffee maker, crockery, toaster, iron and ironing board. Kitchen towels, bath towels [two sets per person], and bed linens [two sets per bed] are provided for the duration of the visit.

Extra Services Upon request: microwave, VCR, answering machine, hair dryer, stereo, fan, baby bed. Maid Service can be arranged for an additional charge [includes cleaning supplies].

Please Note:

* This apartment is not suitable for students.

* Parking is difficult to find in Florence, so a car is not recommended.

Minimum Stay: 7

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

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What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

• Mary
  

  Mary's review of Piazza Antinori - Carmen

  Left on 10/31/2004 for a stay in October 2004
  
  

  Location and view.
  
  Bathrooms and kitchen need upgrades.
  
  Convenient to all tourist attractions, museums, restaurants and shopping.

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• Tom
  

  Tom's review of Piazza Antinori - Carmen

  Left on 09/30/2002 for a stay in September 2002
  
  

  We would recommend this place to anyone!
  
  Location!.... and it lived up to it's description. It was elegant and well furnished. The itchen was adequately stocked with dishes and cooking items. (We had many meals in). We loved looking out the windows at the Duomo. And being able to walk all over the area.
  
  The street noise. We did learn to shut windows at certain times.
  
  Being able to walk to stores, markets and places to eat. It was a very safe part of town.

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• Paul
  

  Paul's review of Piazza Antinori - Carmen

  Left on 04/30/2002 for a stay in April 2002
  
  

  This is a superb property that is everything the property description, guest comments and photos promise.
  
  Location in the heart of the city centro and an unparalleled view of the Duomo.
  
  The apartment is loud with the street below bustling with city buses, scooters and the occasional police car. This is characteristic of almost every Florentine street, but if you want peace and quiet, stay south of the Arno in a neighborhood like Santa Spiritu.
  
  It's just far enough west of the central tourist streets for a few local merchants to continue to provide groceries and other necessities in genuine Italian-style shops located behind the property. The property managers provide a good list of the local shops, their location and what they sell.

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• John
  

  John's review of Piazza Antinori - Carmen

  Left on 05/31/2001 for a stay in May 2001
  
  

  Overall, I can't think of a better location. But something on the Arno might be better - will try that in the future!
  
  Location, location, location! Everything we wanted was within easy walking distance.
  
  Small kitchen. No instructions, in English, about how to operate appliances.
  
  I love to walk, and there were many interesting things to see in every direction.

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• Sybil
  

  Sybil's review of Piazza Antinori - Carmen

  Left on 01/31/2001 for a stay in January 2001
  
  

  This was the most beautiful apartment with terrific views. We loved every minute of our stay. Everything for the apartment was furnished. We only had to shop for groceries.
  
  The decor, views, and location.
  
  What's not to like? It was perfect!
  
  Walking distance to everything. In a great neighborhood - very classy.

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  It was pleasant, comfortable,...

  Left on 11/04/2000 for a stay in October 2000
  
  

  It was pleasant, comfortable, nicely furnished,
  and had plenty of room for the four of us (two couples). On the whole, we enjoyed our two weeks in San
  Gaetano very much.
  
  The location.
  
  We found the street noise
  at times annoying. The bathrooms were small by American standards. Technicians seemed unable to bring in English-language stations (BBC or CNN).
  
  What's not to enjoy about being in Florence?

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