Florence Villa for Rent: Palazzo Belle Donne - Estella - Property 87765

About the Experience
Overlooking the Antinori garden, this cute apartment for rent in Florence is a great choice, located near the Duomo in the center of the city. Whether your holiday lasts for one week or one month, you'll love having your own cozy little hideaway right in the middle of it all.

Location
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

Exterior Description
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.

Interior Description
(47m2) 1st floor (with lift): This studio apartment has a fully equipped kitchenette which is closed off by a decorative set of sliding doors. The living room has a sofa which turns into a double bed, a dining table and a large window which allows a view of the garden. A wrought iron spiral staircase leads up to the loft with a double bed and wardrobe. The bathroom is on the ground floor and has a tub and hand shower.

Features
Available amenities: washing machine, air-conditioning, satellite TV, high-speed DSL internet access, 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.