During WWII, German troops mined and blew up all the surroundings of Ponte Vecchio, including Il Palazzo. The Torre dei Girolami, one of the highest towers remaining in Florence, adjacent to the Palazzo and belonging to the same estate, collapsed on it, destroying the upper floors. These floors were rebuilt immediately after the war using the debris of the tower. For the lofty living room at the top floor the owner did a radical restoration of all the superstructures as partitions, false ceilings, & layers of paint to highlight the original structure made of bricks and pillars from the tower.  From the sofa you have views from Santo Stefano church through the blooming terrace and on the opposite side you can see the tower of Palazzo Vecchio. Undoubtedly, this property is one of the most stylish and luxurious private residences in the historical centre of Florence. It has recently been restored to a very high level by one of Europe’s leading interior designers and a member of Florence’s aristocracy.  The total size of the 5 bedroom apartment is 270 sq meters (almost 3,000 sq feet). It is located within short walking distance of the main sights of the city: the Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and Piazza della Signoria. Guests arrive at the apartment at street level by entering a gracious 17th century hall with its original columns and statues.  A beautiful vaulted staircase leads to the upper floors.  If preferred, access to 4th floor is also available by a newly installed mirror-lined elevator. A private garage with storage facilities is at guests’ disposal.  

FEATURES & AMENITIES

• Private garage (available on request)
• Independent central heating
• Full air conditioning
• Wireless internet connection
• SKY satellite TV
• Laundry with dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• Hairdryer in each bathroom
• Fully equipped eat-in kitchen

SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL RATE (STAFF SERVICE)

• Check in / out Assistant service
• Basic morning cleaning and upkeeping of the premises
• Final cleaning
• Weekly bed and bath linen change for stays longer than one week
• House heating and air conditioning
• Electricity & Gas
• Water from the mains
• Wi-Fi throughout the house
• SAT TV (mainly in English)
• Fully equipped kitchen and laundry

NOT INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL RATE, ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES (TO BE PAID IN EUROS DIRECT ON THE PREMISES) AND AVAILABLE ON REQUEST, IF DESIRED

• Tourist Tax to be paid on site
• Maid service
• Breakfast service
• Daily in-depth cleaning
• Additional bed and bath linen changing
• Kitchen cleaning and washing up
• Personal laundry and ironing
• Grocery shopping
• Cooking service
• Guided tours
• Drivers with car
• Concierge service

HIGHLIGHTS & VILLA LAYOUT

• Entrance door (on the fourth floor reachable by lift or stairs)
• Fully equipped eat-in Kitchen, TV
• Large double volume living/dining room, 65 sq. m., almost 700 sq. feet with fireplace, French door to fully furnished terrace/roof garden with dining area.
• Suite 1: king size bed, all marble bathroom, walk in shower with Turkish bath, stair to bathtub in loft, large counter, back down the stairs, door to terrace.  Private loft with 50” SAT TV and sofa bed.
• Suite 2: king size bed, marble bathroom, wall mounted shower in the tub, stairs to private lofted sitting room with sofa/ day bed, 50” TV screen, and large counter, back down the stairs, door to terrace.
• Bedroom 3: twin beds, En-suite marble bathroom, separate shower
• Bedroom 4: king size bed, marble bathroom, stone sink, separate shower
• Bedroom 5: double king on the upper level king size bed, en suite shower room with double stone sink.
• Guest’s powder room
• Laundry with dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer

OUTDOOR FEATURES

• Large terrace – 60sq. meters (650sq ft) of lovely terrace for al fresco lunches and dinners