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Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome

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9.8

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

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  • Fireplace
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Firenze, Toscana
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore2 min walk
  • Popular LocationUffizi Gallery8 min walk
  • Popular LocationHistoric Center - Downtown19 min walk
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)21 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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Kitchen
Balcony
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About this property

Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome

This characteristic two bedroom apartment is located on the top floor (fourth) with an elevator of an old Florentine liberty style palazzo. It is located in the heart of Florence one half block from the cathedral square. This is a no traffic street.
The flat has the most spectacular view of the Cathedral Dome with its lovely rooftop terrace (unforgettable views). It is situated on two floors. The entry level houses the two bedrooms (one with two single beds and one with a double bed) and 2 bathroom with a shower stall.
On the next floor (reached by a small wooden stairway) there is the living/dining area and small (but functional) kitchen alcove. There is a lovely corner fireplace in the living area.
Up a few steps is the study area with a day bed (single) and its spectacular view of the Cathedral dome. From the study you enter the terrace. The terrace has outdoor furniture and a big sun umbrella. The furnishings are comfortable and reflect the owners many travels to the far east.

We are a family of three: my husband is a doctor, my 30 year old son and I am a math teacher. We are native Florentines and we live on the third floor of the building. Our English speaking skills are fairly basic so please be patient and excuse any mistakes when you.

P.S. From my precedent American guest.

We stayed at a delightful place in Florence and want to let you know
about the place.
It is no problem communicating with Angela by e mail but she does
not speak English although her 30 year old son, Marco, speaks English.
The location is fantastic ! It is about a 10 minute walk from the train
station and smack in the middle of everything.
As a matter of fact, when you step out of the building you are in one
of the main thoroughfares and surrounded by about 4 restaurants and stores.
Amazing thing is that when you are in the flat you cannot hear the street
noise at all .. it is only when you are down on
the ground floor about to step through the door that you hear the street
noise.
So, you find number 11 .. press Angela's flat (she lives on the 2nd
floor and the flat is on the 3rd floor) and she meets you at the door. You
go through the old main door .. then an iron gate .. then up a short
stairs and you come to the elevator; which is amazing in itself. It is a
modern elevator but will hold only 2 people .. or one with bunch of luggage.
The unit itself is on 3 levels .. as you enter there are 2 bedrooms
and 2 bath (shower) on the main floor. This can sleep a couple in the double
bed room .. and two singles (or 3 as there are also 1 extra bed!) or other couple in the other room.
The you walk up a short set of stairs and you arrive in the living room which has a fire place .. dining table and comfortable chairs. Also a kitchen well equipped whit microwave , mini oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher washing machine.
The you go up one more level to the study; which is attached to a marvelous roof top deck with fantastic view of the Florence
sky line.
The study has a wonderful couch where one more person can sleep (sofa bed) .

Other than that .. what a find. The location is perfect .. I love all
the restaurants and shops around her place .. And we lit the fire in
the fireplace and it was marvelous .. to be able to make a cup of tea
in the kitchen .. on an on ..

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only on the roof terrace

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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. Ponte Vecchio and Historic Center - Downtown are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market and The Mall Luxury Outlet. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Visarno Arena or Stadio Artemio Franchi.
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Firenze, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 2 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk
  • Ponte Vecchio - 7 min walk
  • Uffizi Gallery - 8 min walk
  • Historic Center - Downtown - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scudieri - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bottegone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪J.J Cathedral Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria San Lorenzo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Move On - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Florence Rooftop Terrace Apartment View of Cathedral Dome located?

Located in Duomo, this apartment building is steps away from Florence Baptistery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CB L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and amenities
Perfect place to stay to explore Roma!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
This apartment is literally steps away from the Duomo. It's near everything but it's quiet inside. The train station is very close, maybe 10 to 15 minutes. We enjoyed the roof top patio with wonderful views!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Florence Duomo Primo
Great location and Sandro and Angela were incredible host. We had a couple of questions and needs and they were always there at a moments notice. Sandro grazia. If you want to be in the heart of Florence stay here. For cappuccino go to Corona Caffe not Caffe Scudieri and for pizza go to I’ll Nuti. For wine go to Franco & Sheryl across the street. They make great recommendations and speak fluent English and Italian. Very beautiful people - Sandro, Angela, Sheryl and Franco.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Apartment in Florence
From booking to check out Sandro was wonderful to work with. The apartment is very nice with a terrace view that is just beautiful. Sandro is a very sweet man who was very patient with our questions,booked us early morning taxis and recommended restaurants and grocery stores for our stay.We would love to come back and stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F., Saginaw, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view with a great host!
This property is spacious, well-kept, and nicely appointed with a gorgeous deck. For years, we stayed a few doors down at another apartment and looked at this amazing terrace. The fact that it has an elevator made this perfect for us. Sandro was a gracious host. The apartment had everything we needed. We love the area, which has great restaurants in close proximity, historic attractions, and a good grocery virtually downstairs. I'm afraid it won't be available when we want to stay again...it's that good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, brilliant apartment
Sandro's apartment is even better than it looks in the photos. Clean, spacious, comfortable, quiet, well equipped and everything we wanted for an 11 day stay to celebrate 60th & 21st birthdays. Sandro was super helpful when we arrived and to sort out one small question during the stay. Being on the 4th floor makes the apartment really quiet and the patio looking out on the Duomo was a favourite spot all week. The lift is fine and even the steps up are wide and comfortable. The kitchen is well set up for cooking simple meals - but there are so many fabulous places to eat on the doorstep that you probably wouldn't cook a big meal for a family. The bedrooms and the beds are big and comfortable, there are air-conditioning units throughout (although we didn't need them) and the lounge is the ideal space to relax and read / watch the football on the TV! We had a perfect holiday - Grace mille Sandro!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!
Great place to stay in Florence. Steps away from the major tourist attractions, restaurants and shops. Topped off with a terrace that has an incredible view of the Duomo. And despite being in the center of the"action", the bedrooms were both very quiet at night. Sandro the host lives one floor down, and was there to greet us and show us around the apartment. Only caution would be if you have issues negotiating stairs. While there is an elevator to the apartment, you have to climb a flight of stairs to reach it. And the apartment itself is on several levels. My wife and I had originally booked this apartment in 2019 for a 2020 stay. The pandemic disrupted those plans. When travel opened up again, we decided to rebook Sandro's apartment -and are now glad we did. Fully endorse staying here, you won't regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing apartment in the heart of Florence
We had a fabulous time exploring Florence from Sandro and Angela's beautiful apartment a short distance from the Duomo. Our hosts were lovely and greeted us with a bottle of wine that we enjoyed on the rooftop terrace. Highly recommend this property if you are planning a visit to Florence!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE most amazing location ever
The apartment is a 10-15 min walk from the train station (SMN) and is easily navigated with Apple Maps. It is located on an amazing street of businesses, restaurants and plenty of activity, all within a 5 min walk of the Duomo and 10 mins from Accademia (Statue of David). The best part of the apartment is the amazing terrace with views of the Duomo and the city like I’ve never seen before. Stefano is wonderful to communicate with, gracious and responsive. The beds are quite uncomfortable - but we were so worn out from enjoying our vacation we slept anyhow. Even being located on a super busy street, we were never bothered with noise. In fact, we often opened windows to hear street music when we went to bed, but it ended early enough to not be bothersome. Stay here, you’ll thank me!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely charactful property in excellent location
The property is just round the corner from the duomo, with a beautiful view of it from the terrace. Close to shops, markets and restaurants but quiet inside. The host Sandro was warm and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment
This apartment has all to offer. Convenience of location, roomy and a beautiful view. This is an A+ accommodation in all respects. We will book with him again. Great communication. Friendly and helpful. Perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wondrous stay in Florence
Beautifully situated. Host Sandro went above and beyond to help us enjoy our stay. We loved the terrace and the convenience for all activities. Will definitely use the property again. Mille grazie!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay steps from the Duomo
Great apartment halfway between the Duomo and San Lorenzo with amazing restaurants right on the street. The AC units were the best we had of the 3 places we stayed in Italy. The patio overlooking the Duomo was perfection. Sandro was a very attentive and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., East Lansing, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal Location; Iconic Views
Situated on a lively street midway between Piazza San Lorenzo and Piazza San Giovanni, with a lovely terrace offering unobstructed sights of the Duomo in one direction and Capella Medicee in the other, this was the perfect spot for a two-week visit. Short walk to the train station for day trips to Lucca and Siena and to the rental car office for a 2-day drive to the hill towns of San Gimignano and Volterra and to the coast for a night and back through Pisa. Very attentive host!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
mitten drin
wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W., Washington D.C, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location, fantastic host
We loved our stay at Sandro’s place. The location was fantastic and the host was very accommodating. The evening view from the rooftop balcony is stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
We stayed in the apartment for two weeks. Every aspect was perfect. The space was comfortable and the patio is a big bonus. The hosts were incredibly helpful. We will definitely stay there again and we will encourage others to stay there a s well.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luminita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The location beats all the other criteria of this listing! In the middle of Florence, steps from Il Duomo, lots of restaurants nearby…The apartment was clean and nice and we took full advantage of the roof top terrace view, which is uniquely beautiful!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few steps from the Duomo
Rental was spacious and the view of the cupola of the Duomo and the Duomo’s bell tower at night from the apartment’s terrace was nothing less than spectacular. There were half a dozen good restaurants just outside the front door. It is hard to go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
It was a wonderful place to stay!!! The comfort, cleanliness and view were fantastic! A great host couldn’t have asked for anything better!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Ideal location, spacious and comfortable apartment.
My family and I stayed at Angela's place, and the pictures showing its central location barely do it justice. Being able to walk onto the terrace in the morning and evening to see the Duomo and Campanile makes staying in this apartment worthwhile. I commuted, by bus, for three days to the European University Institute (which is far outside the central city), and it was fairly easy. Florence is a wonderful walking city and almost everything you want to see is within walking distance of the apartment. My wife and kids took tours outside the city, too, and the pickup points were within 15 minutes of the apartment. There are many good restaurants and wine stores nearby, and a grocery story essentially next door. Plenty of high-level shopping if you like that. Naturally, there are a few things that are bothersome. The WiFi isn't particularly good. The kitchen is narrow, although we used it for preparing breakfast without trouble. There are plenty of dishes, glasses, and utensils. It could be used to prepare simply meals, such as pasta. I liked the fact the the flight is up four floors, because it is good exercise and you get the benefit of the two-tiered terrace. Plus, one can catch the elevator after walking up one flight. The new tram makes getting to the flat from the Florence airport very convenient. I suggest not traveling by taxi as it will likely take longer. We met Angela, Sandro, and Marco upon arrival, and just before leaving. They are delightful. There is literature in the apartment to help plan outings, and I'm sure they'd be happy to make suggestions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Above and Beyond perfect
I cannot say enough about our stay in Florence. The location is a couple of blocks from the Duomo and the heart of everywhere one would want to go in Old Florence, The rooms are more than comfortable, and the space has a great layout. The balcony picture is genuine. That's it - The Duomo! Most of all, the hosts, Angela and Sando are two amazing people. We had a very difficult situation with one of our party landing in the hospital and needing an extensive stay there. As a result, our vacation schedule went completely haywire. Angela's and Sandro's compassion and help was beyond what anyone could hope for in a situation like that. They are two truly beautiful people about whom I cannot speak positively enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

Loved the location. View from terrace amazing
Would stay here again. Truly a funky apartment, but with that said, couldn’t ask for a better location or views. Angela was very responsive to any questions. We liked having two bedrooms even though there were only two of us. We each had our own bathroom, and used the extra bedroom as our dressing room. Fun place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Wonderful location great hosts.
In the center of everything Firenze. Easy walk to the best of the city. Hosts were super helpful, warm and friendly. Amazing view of the Duomo from the terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

We thoroughly loved staying at Angela‘s apartment !
The apartment had everything we needed including a delicious bottle of Italian wine that was left for us ! The location is ideal ! The rooftop terrace affords the most beautiful stunning views of the Duomo ! We look forward to returning to Angela‘s apartment ‘
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

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We are both currently retired, I worked for 40 years in the largest hospital in Florence as a doctor and Angela taught mathematics in high school

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