Valentina and Marzio’s flat is fantastico! We highly recommend this rental. It is unique and has many special features. The photos are accurate but you have to see it to truly appreciate it.
PENTHOUSE - The property is modestly described as an attic apartment, but we would call it a penthouse. Read on....
TERRACE - The L-shaped terrace is huge, lush with well-tended plants and trees, well furnished, and the 7th floor views are spectacular. There are 4 entrances to the terrace and you are invited outside from every room. The sunrises and sunsets are incredible, as is the view of the Duomo, city centre, and surrounding hilltops
BUILDING - The building is circa 1950’s, and has a wonderful vintage elevator that takes you to the 6th floor. One level of stairs beyond that takes you to this exclusive 7th floor flat. The building entrance is locked and feels very secure.
APARTMENT - This is a hip pad with a contemporary but warm decor, and a compact but VERY well equipped kitchen. The construction, craftsmanship and fittings are first-class. There are 3 sets of high-end sliding glass doors, very heavy and sound deadening. The bathroom is lovely. The water pressure and hot water supply were excellent. Rainfall shower is amazing. The seasonal “bonus room” off the terrace is very cool - check out the photos, it can be set up for TV viewing or al fresco dining.
AMENITIES - WiFi, A/C, small and large appliances all worked great. This apartment is well stocked with kitchen staples, as well as laundry and bathroom supplies.
LOCATION - The apartment is walking distance to all the sightseeing or you can get a taxi to the centre for about €10. We enjoyed the walking, thanks to Valentina’s great map and advice. The neighbourhood is clean, well-kept, and we felt safe. We walked everywhere. There is a secondary train station (Campo di Marte) across the street. There is some occasional noise from trains but it did not bother us, day or night, despite the fact that we are light sleepers.
SUMMARY - We enjoyed Florence, largely because of this AirBnB. We highly recommend this property, and hope to return.
Valentina - Ciao Bella!