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Entire apartment·Private host

The elegance in the heart of Florence

Apartment with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Central Market

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Interior
Smart TV, books
A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, The elegance in the heart of Florence provides a hot tub, a snack bar/deli and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The elegance in the heart of Florence

The apartment guarantees high standards of cleanliness given the covid emergency.
I take minimum 24 hours between check out and the next check in for cleaning, airing and to make a complete sanitizing of the apartment with professional products and dry steam.
In addition I provide the apartment with masks, gloves and disinfectant gel for my guests.
The apartment has been lovingly renovated with prestigious finishing in April 2014. There are two bedrooms, one with a French bed and the other with two single beds. Al the beds have mattress and pillows in memory foam There are also two bathrooms, one with shower and one ensuite with jacuzzi, equipped kitchen, large living room with a sofa-bed for two people more.
On request is available baby cot.
Guests have free wi-fi, smart TV, dishwasher, electric oven, microwave, toaster, juicer, electric kettle, refrigerator with freezer, washing machine, hairdryer, jacuzzi, DVD and CD player, heater, air conditioning, iron + board, safe.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts cash
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 IT048017C2S665D4ST

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

Property is also known as

Elegance Heart Florence Apartment
Elegance Heart Apartment
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Florence
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Apartment
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Apartment Florence
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Florence
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Apartment
The Elegance in the Heart of Florence Apartment Florence

About the area

Map
Firenze, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Fortezza Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 8 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mò Si Caffetteria alla Vecchia Maniera - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Livio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Matto Matto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪1950 American Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Vecchio Cancello - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The elegance in the heart of Florence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The elegance in the heart of Florence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The elegance in the heart of Florence?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The elegance in the heart of Florence located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Via Faenza and Central Market. Gallery of the Academy of Florence and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are also within 10 minutes. Fortezza Tram Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

The elegance in the heart of Florence Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carmen a.

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

lovely stay

We'd definitely return to this place. Riccardo was very courteous and helpful from beginning to end. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Large, well equipped property. In excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

Florence oh beautiful!

Great place close to everything, Loved the central market, And loved the Vibe that Florence gave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

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

Wonderful apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The apartment was well appointed and very comfortable. It is within walking distance to fantastic restaurants and a beautiful park in addition to the historical attractions. Riccardo is an excellent host and was extremely helpful! I highly recommend this place and this host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R., Calgary

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

Beautiful Apartment

Overall very nice place to stay. Communication with Riccardo was exceptional and he provided good directions and instructions once there. The park across the street was great to have in the evenings. Lighting in kitchen could be brighter
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen L.

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

3 days in Florence

Many wonderful things about this apartment:- pretty apartment, really nice size- very easy early check in - wonderful property manager- provided good recommendations for local restaurants - close to the market and train station- walkable but not close to tourist attractions; this made for long walks home at night after very long days; advise to learn about public transportation options/taxis before arriving- well appointed Only drawback:- The listing does not note that only the bedrooms are air conditioned. We were in Florence with temps in the high 90s and so really unable to use the kitchen and living area. That was disappointing, as those spaces were quite lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Florence Stay—Lavender Accent Apartment

First of all, we fell in love with this apartment upon viewing it with all of its lovely lavender accents and cute details. We were actually looking at hotels as well and my daughter preferred this apartment. It worked out great for the three of us she was able to have her own room; we appreciated the air conditioning in both rooms. As most reviewers have mentioned, it is in a great location. You can walk to anywhere in Florence within 10 to 20 minutes. We also really loved that it was off the beaten path just A hair so you felt like you could get a little bit of a respite. Bathroom facilities were in great working order and comfortable. Nice shower, nice tub. The beds were comfortable and I slept well on it from the first night. The instructions upon check-in were easy and Ricardo met us at the door brought us and Scheidt and got us situated. Communications were easy until then and Ricardo was extremely responsive. I thought there were no surprises here. I had read all the reviews and was even a little bit nervous as I had never done Vrbo overseas… But it couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laverne O.

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

Amazing vacation

Very nice. We could have used a little AC in the living room area but overall Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Very nice flat with plenty of room

Riccardo let us check in early so we didn’t have to drag our luggage around on our first day! The apartment was very roomy and nicely appointed. The location is so convenient to SMN station and the Duomo complex! The antique furniture was comfortable and inviting. The large windows were so romantic, though there’s not really a view. Still, the breezes were wonderful and there were both Italian and American coffee makers! We enjoyed both!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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

Florence!!!

The apartment is spacious and clean. It is a short walk to the train station and within walking distance of many shops, restaurants, neighborhoods and historic sights. The pictures are a good representation of how the apartment really looks. Riccardo met us at the apartment and showed us around and answered any questions we had…easy check in.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

First time in Florence

Had a lovely stay in “Violet’s House”, so pretty & spacious. Kitchen well equipped. Short distance to train station & within walking distance to most of the sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

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

Lovely

Lovely apartment, great location and Riccardo welcoming and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Family Vacation

The VRBO was a great location and very clean. Ricardo was great in communication!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie W.

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

Comfortable and convenient

We stayed here for a week during spring break and had a wonderful time. The apartment is so close to the train station and many cute restaurants and coffee shops. The beds were so comfortable! That is always my biggest worry but thankfully they were perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Florence Adventure

We had an enjoyable time at the apartment. Almost everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. Our flight came in early, we were able to check in early. Would recommend this place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sangeun H.

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

Excellent!

Host was very nice and the location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harvey M.

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

Oct 2024 Stay

Beautiful accommodations, close to city centre & sites, very clean!! Would stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica V.

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

Beautiful and convenient location

The property is beautiful and well appointed with modern bathrooms. Be prepared for a lot of stairs (from the lobby, up two levels and from the lower floor with the bedrooms/game room/one bathroom and the upper floor with kitchen/family room/gorgeous patio/2nd bathroom). There are groceries and restaurants within walking distance (3-7 blocks) and the bus stop on Corso Gelone can get you quickly to Ortigia.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian S.

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

Scam. Vacation ruined, host cancelled booking at check in time.

We booked in June for late September stay. Fully paid and confirmed in early September. Arrived in Florence and took tram to apt and at 3pm, when should be meeting to get into the apt, we got message from him saying he overbooked and would refund us but had no place to stay for 3 days. Tried calling number listed in booking which was his mother and she gave us his number, we called him but he never responded. After numerous messages we are still trying to get full refund from Riccardo. Avoid this place .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Fantastic

Everything about the place! Location, cleanliness, and especially the host Great job !
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel D.

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

Family Trip to Florence Great Location

The apartment is central to everything! Thank goodness for AC as Florence was HOT during our visit! The apartment was clean, easy to find, and host was great! Public transportation was so accessible! We even took train to Pisa for the day it was a great stay! Thank you for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy k.

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

Perfect in every way

Everything you would want in a VRBO! Clean, roomy, nicely decorated and good communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

Wonderful stay in Firenze

We were four ladies traveling together and this apartment was perfect for us. The neighborhood was quiet and on the edge of the busier tourist areas. Major sites were in walking distance. There were wonderful restaurant’s just down the street. The apartment was clean and well equipped. Our host Ricardo met us at check in and reviewed details of the apartment with us. Our stay was delightful. If I returned to Florence, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Nice apartment close to the train station

Stayed 3 nights. Comfortable beds, clean apartment. Highly recommended if you need accommodation near the train station. Attentive host and bottle of wine included!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay in Florence!

Riccardo was an exceptional host! He was a great communicator leading up to trip, met us at apartment, giving excellent instructions, and throughout our trip. The apartment is beautiful and even more spacious in person. It has everything you need and so close to great coffee shops, restaurants, and attractions. I would highly recommend this apartment for a wonderful holiday!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024