Bohémienne Penthouse in Santa Croce, Florence centre, Wi-Fi, Washers, AC

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Apartment

The bedroom and downstairs the living room prepared with the other bed

The sofa, the dining and the kitchenette

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Firenze, Tuscany

Basilica of Santa Croce
3 min walk
Piazza Santa Croce
3 min walk
Piazza della Signoria
8 min walk
Florence (FLR-Peretola)
27 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Livingroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

A few steps from the beautiful Santa Croce square, this delicious and bright attic placed at the second floor without elevator, 50 square meters, consists of a large living area equipped with a very comfortable queen sofa bed (14 cm thick mattress, 160 cm wide and 195 cm long) with brand new kitchenette and the upper level large queen bedroom (21 cm thick mattress, 170 cm wide and 200 cm long), modern bathroom with tub/shower and window.
Stable and high speed (up to one gigabit in download) FTTH Wi-Fi, flat TV equipped with Chromecast to cast on the wide screen from your devices, and tasteful decoration to make our guest fully enjoy a stay in the Bohémienne Florentine penthouse to live Florence from a vantage point in its very center.
All comforts such as air conditioning, dishwasher, washing machine + dryer, luxurious shower..

This is the third and last floor of a tower house from the XV century, completely renovated, in the very centre of Florence, at walking distance from all major attractions.
Then, at no more than 10 minutes walk you can get to Piazza Santa Croce and Mercato dei Ciompi are just a couple of minutes walk, Duomo, Uffizi, Piazza della Signoria (together with Palazzo Vecchio), Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti...
The area is full of good restaurants, pubs, wine bars, traditional ice cream laboratories, nearby grocery stores, shops in general.
At nigh the apartment is quite and the very comfortable mattresses of the bed and the sofa bed, together with screens at the windows or dark thick curtains, will let you enjoy a pleasant sleep.
From the windows you can see the typical road downstairs, Santa Croce in the background, and a wide and bright private court over the typical red Florentine roofs.
The kitchen is fully equipped, modern and new.
Air conditioning will refresh the whole Attic in a few minutes, in case of a warm day. And in case of a cold day, the heating is on to keep warm the area.
The bathroom is equipped with a tub that can be used as a shower for pampered thanks to the double water jet: the standard shower and the large shower pan.

Property manager

Lorenzo

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Air conditioning is included up to a standard usage. Abuse will be billed as extra.

You are requested to dry the floor in case it gets wet, not to let the wooden floor getting ruined.

The property has open stairs, if you bring children you are responsible for them not get near the stairs and risk to fall down

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property Registration Number 048017LTN4396, IT048017C28QRQ8VEW

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this apartment is in the city centre. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Historic Center - Downtown and Ponte Vecchio. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nelson Mandela Forum or Stadio Artemio Franchi. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

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Firenze, Tuscany

What's nearby

Historic Center - Downtown - 9 min walk
Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk
Uffizi Gallery - 11 min walk
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk
Ponte Vecchio - 12 min walk

Getting around

Unità Tram Stop - 18 min walk
Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) - 19 min walk
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Finisterrae - ‬2 min walk
‪Le Vespe Cafe - ‬1 min walk
‪La Divina Pizza - ‬2 min walk
‪La Cucina del Ghianda - ‬2 min walk
‪Baldovino - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bohémienne Penthouse in Santa Croce, Florence centre, Wi-Fi, Washers, AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bohémienne Penthouse in Santa Croce, Florence centre, Wi-Fi, Washers, AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bohémienne Penthouse in Santa Croce, Florence centre, Wi-Fi, Washers, AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bohémienne Penthouse in Santa Croce, Florence centre, Wi-Fi, Washers, AC located?

Located in Santa Croce, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Basilica of Santa Croce, Historic Center - Downtown and Piazza della Signoria. Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza del Duomo are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 18 minutes by foot and Florence (FIR-Firenze Campo di Marte Rail Station) is 19 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

charles d.

15 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I Love Firenze!

My wife, adult daughter and I spent 3 nights here and loved it. Great location as it was close to everything but not in the busiest of areas. It was clean, check in was easy and we felt like "locals" for a few days. I definitely give it 5 stars, but there are a couple of things to keep in mind. There is no elevator and if you have a lot of luggage or have trouble with stairs this is not the place for you. Also, not appropriate for young children because of the spiral stairs to the loft.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

17 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at the penthouse! Quiet location within walking distance of everything we needed to do! Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad m.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Don't pass up

The apartment worked perfectly for 3 nights with a family of 4. The apartment was as advertised and loved the location, close but not too close to the crowds of Florence. Definitely recommend for those considering

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

27 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location and helpful host!

We had a wonderful stay in the penthouse (which is really an attic apartment). It was great to have a king size bed which is not always so easy to find in Italy. The bed was also very comfortable. We had been to Florence 16 years ago at which time we had a really memorable meal at a small Osteria that had just been open for 2 years. On this return trip we wanted to return to the restaurant, but now 16 years later, they have become a very highly rated restaurant which makes getting a reservation at one of their 9 tables much more difficult. We asked Lorenzo, our host, for assistance, and I am happy to report that he went above and beyond tapping his network of hospitality connections to successfully secure us reservation. Our meal and experience at the restaurant fully lived up to our expectations and was our best of our trip. Lorenzo also provided a helpful list of recommendations for nearby shops and restaurants.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana B., Charlotte North Carolina USA

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place next door to Santa Croce

We stayed at this place for four nights in April 2023. This is a perfect place next door to Santa Croce. You found yourself on a top floor suraunding by locals, who live in the same building. We liked that. We visited Santa Croce. Recommended. Grocery store is 5-7 minutes to walk. Taxi stop is across the Santa Croce. 12-15 minutes to walk to Academy Gallery and Uffizi. Be ready to reach the apartment by stairs with about 45 steps.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P., Lancaster, PA

27 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our time in Florence as comfortable bohemians

We were charmed by our entire experience in Florence, not least by our perfect home base. The location was terrific; nor did we lack for a single amenity. The apartment captures a perfect balance between character and utility; futhermore, it is well kept. Lorenzo is a very gracious host who makes himself available when you need him, and makes himself scarce when you don't. His suggested list of restaurants, etc. was exactly like his place - tasteful without stuffiness. Very much hope to return.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A., Boston

4 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic- would book again!

Lorenzo's cozy penthouse was a fantastic home for me during my two weeks in Florence while on a research trip. The location was great- for me, only a few minutes to the state archives where I was conducting research, but also right next to Santa Croce and the centro storico. It was warm, cozy, and very comfortable with a fully stocked kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and very high-tech TV. My only recommendation would be that you bring earplugs for sleeping as the nearby Via Ghibellina can get rather boisterous on weekend nights. The apartment is indeed a penthouse, so if stairs are a concern for you, do not book this place. For me, that was not a problem at all, and I plan to book this apartment when I am in Florence again.

Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

MAGALI D., Limoges, France

26 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belle location

Une semaine à Florence près de Sta Croce. L'appartement est très bien situé, proche de tout (monuments, musées et supérette à 3 minutes à pieds). Je recommande cette location. Nous avons pu préparer notre voyage grâce aux différents messages échangés avec Lorenzo, qui est toujours disponible et très prévenant. L'appartement possède tout le nécessaire pour cuisiner sur place et passer de bonnes vacances. Si c'était à refaire je recommencerai sans hésitation. Merci Lorenzo et au revoir Florence ! Magali.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail S., HalfMoonBay, USA

13 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fun, centralized location for my stat.

Lorenzo, the property owner, went above and beyond to make sure things went well for me. His network of support friends were delightful as well. Location was perfect for my needs. An open, lighter, more upbeat ambience pervades this loft apartment. There are stairs to climb to get up to your door and then, once you get in, you have a few more. To get to bedroom loft there are a few winding stairs, as well. Comfortable bed. Clean sheets and seemed like a new comforter, as it was so white. A place that quickly provides you with a sense of home.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suellen M.

27 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, enjoyed our stay.

This is a nice and updated apartment. Lorenzo and Mario were easy to communicate with so check in was easy. Apartment was clean and in a great location with restaurants, grocery stores nearby. We appreciated the air conditioning as it was very warm in Florence when we visited. Santa Croce Cathedral just down the street. As pictured there are steps to navigate so anyone with limited mobility could have a problem but we were fine with it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

22 Apr 2019

One of our favorite rentals in 25 years of vacation rentals.

The place is a nice as the pictures show it to be....even more so because many small details can't be seen in the pictures. I thought for sure that it was done by an interior designer but it turned out it was done by an owner with nice taste and an attention to detail. Often when renting, there always seem to be something missing. Not with this place. We love to cook and the kitchen was very well equipped and lacked nothing. The proximity to the very nice and small scale Sant'Ambrogio market made shopping and cooking very enjoyable. I would urge any visitor to explore the Sant"Ambrogio area for a nice slice of local life and a respite from the main tourist site areas. Although we have visited Florence many times, this was our first time in the Santa Croce neighborhood and we will never stay anywhere else again. The place is about a 15 minute walk to all the major sights without the throngs of people. The neighborhood is full of nice smaller authentic small restaurants and cafes. Check-in and dealing with the owner could not have been easier and he was very responsive to our every request we had, This will surely be our home away from home in Florence every time we return

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

12 Apr 2019

Fabulous Host, great accommodations

Can’t say enough good things about this spacious place. It’s in a great location! Santa Croce is at the end of the block along with some great spots to eat. The Uffizi Gallery is a slow 10 minute walk. Mario, our contact was fantastic in lending information about all the local spots and even traveling south towards Sienna. Checking in was simple and check out was easier. Fantastic place to stay in a fantastic city, thank you Mario for all your help!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie G.

28 Oct 2018

Un adorable petit appartement dans un quartier vivant et authentique

A deux pas de la magnifique basilique de Santa Croce mais aussi dans un quartier authentique plein de petits restaurants et à l'ambiance festive , ce petit appartement est idéal pour deux personnes .Et la douche est tellement agréable qu'elle pourrait vous faire manquer le matin votre réservation aux Offices !

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Victoria N.

4 May 2018

Wonderful. Perfect.

I booked this place for my parents as a gifted vacay for them. They absolutely loved it! I haven’t seen my Mom this relaxed in twenty years. The first thing she asked me to do after she got back was leave a review for her. They said “the apartment was gorgeous,clean, and comfy. Lorenzo was a great host, and we would recommend it to anyone who is visiting Florence.” If I ever visit myself I would book it again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Holly T., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

18 Mar 2018

Perfect apartment in Firenze!

Lorenzo's bohemienne penthouse is not only beautiful but also very cozy. He has thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. The apartment is within walking distance to all of the museums and attractions. The owner, and his associate Mario were very kind and easy to get in touch with if needed. Florence is so full of history and art you'll want to see everything; just be sure to wear comfortable shoes!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

28 Feb 2018

Beautiful Clean Updated with charm.

Perfect amount of space. Freshly updated with all appliances one could want. Super accommodating and helpful owner, location is in an active area and easy access to anywhere - both the center of town and Oltrarno.

Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Oliver F.

20 Jan 2018

Sehr schönes, sauberes Appartement.

Wir sind sehr nett empfangen wurden. Uns wurde die nähere Umgebung erklärt wo wir einen Supermarkt findenund super leckeres Eis essen können. Das Appartement ist vollständig ausgestattet und die Lage ist perfekt um Florenz zu erkunden. Wir würden wieder dorthin fahren. Ciao Oliver & Sabine

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sabine G.

13 Jan 2018

Kleines Juwel

In diesem Appartment im Viertel San Croce fühlt man sich wirklich zu Hause. Alles,alles ist fußläufig zu erreichen. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten und direkt in der Nachbarschaft hervorragende Lokale,in denen man ohne arm zu werden ,köstlich essen kann. Die Wohnung ist genauso gemütlich eingerichtet,wie man auf den Bildern sieht. Das Bett ist komfortabel und es gibt eine richtige,leichte und doch warme Bettdecke. Die Heizung war von mir regulierbar und es war abends kuschelig,im Januar ist das auch wichtig! Lorenzo ist ausgesprochen nett und hilfsbereit und er spricht fließend englisch. Da mein Flugzeug erst später ging, war es auch kein Problem später auszuchecken. Alles in allem nur wärmstens empfehlenswert! Ciao,grazie Lorenzo Sabine

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo C.

11 Dec 2017

Lovely and fine, in the very centre by Santa Croce, quiet, comfortable and well equipped

Our stay at Bohémienne Penthouse has been great. Inside the apartment all is new, furnishing has taste, mattresses are very comfortable and the bathroom is excellent with its super neat "double" shower. Wifi works great, also to see movies. We loved the opportunity to cast contents on the TV through Google Chromecast. This apartment is a few steps from Piazza Santa Croce (can see the church from a window), at walking distance from major attractions in Florence and Lorenzo gave us a long list (with links to Google Map) of great restaurants where to eat. There are two Conad grocery stores nearby, where you can find everything you need. The stairs are ok. Even if near the most lively nightlife in Florence, the place is very quiet and is great for a good sleep. We will be back here for sure!

Stayed 38 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Silvana T.

10 Feb 2017

My comfy stylish nest in the heart of Florence

This apartment is beautiful!! ... Lorenzo is very friendly, gave me clear and easy directions to get to the apartment and the location is perfect ... next to Piazza Santa Croce, but altheway very quiet & peaceful. The apartment has a great two floor layout. The living room / kitchen area is spacious, and the bed is very comfortable, the shower great, with constant hot water and pressure. All the white goods were brand new and simple to work. Modern flat screen tv equipped with Chromecast, so you can get wifi on a screen (I just logged into my netflix account to watch tv on my downtime spent at the apt). The neighborhood was amazing- such an easy walk to all the wonderful sites in Florence & surrounded by so many good restaurants and bars.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2017

About the host

Hosted by Lorenzo

Hello I am Lorenzo, I am an open minded person, I like to travel, care about honesty and environment.
I care about the Villa and its guests. If you need help for a tailor made vacation... ask me!
I gained professional skills in the marketing and trade marketing departments of multinational firms, fast moving consumer goods segment.
Good interpersonal skills, creativity, strong interest in commercial policy, continuous struggle for innovation, optimization and growth and the attention to return on investment are some of my strengths.
The analysis of opportunities and risks related to the choice of becoming an entrepreneur brought me to “invent” a service which until now was not offered, although desired by many: the management of their real estate investments through a complete knowledge of legal affairs, an operative efficiency and a careful analysis on available data.
Managing touristic lease is the best part of my job, as I often come to know fascinating clients and at the end of their stay we have each other a new international friend.