Top floor with garden bordering the historic city walls in San Niccolo district Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Top floor with garden bordering the historic city walls in San Niccolo district pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Top floor with garden bordering the historic city walls in San Niccolo district located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo. Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are also within 15 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 22 minutes by foot and San Marco University Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

10/10 Excellent

Anil H.

16 Jun 2025

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Incredible stay!

We really enjoyed our time at this property! Tomasso is an incredibly gracious host and was very attentive to all of our needs. The property was immaculate and exactly as advertised!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

3 Jun 2025

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Amazing location and host!

Can’t say enough about the location, apartment and host! Tommasso is the best host we’ve ever had. Extremely helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. We truly loved our stay and his recommendations were spot on. Grazie Tommasso !

Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcie A.

19 Mar 2025

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Fantastic place

We loved this property. The house is very comfortable, in a great location and well decorated. The washer and dryer was very convenient and the host had lots of great recommendations. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

12 May 2024

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Best host ever!

Place is gorgeous, clean, and comfortable. The garden is spectacular. The host is super helpful and location is excellent. We didn’t want to leave!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuri A.

6 Jun 2024

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Family vacay in Florence and Tuscany

Fantastic apartment in Oltrarno, Tomasso was a great host and gave great recommendations for our stay. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanthi P.

22 Jul 2024

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A Great Place to Stay in Florence

This apartment was perfect for us (five days). Best VRBO we have stayed in throughout our travels. Family of five (three teenagers who all had plenty of their own space). Quiet street with good options for food right down the street and quick walk across the Arno into the center of town. Exactly as you see in the pictures. Apartment was very clean, spacious, comfortable and tastefully appointed. Garden - great to relax in. Washer/dryer - extremely convenient. Pick this place when you decide to visit Florence. You won’t be second guessing and wondering why you did, like we all do when we book VRBO’s that don’t look or feel anything like the pictures and reviews you read. Tommaso – what can I say? Wish all hosts were like him. If I only had half the energy he has and exudes. His love of Florence and his home is obvious from the moment you meet him. He met us when we showed up earlier than the check-in time and was kind enough to help us with our bags and also allowed us to leave our bags while the apartment was still being cleaned. He walked us through his home and let us know everything we would need to know to make our stay enjoyable. When we had questions on things to do, he was helpful in providing great recommendations. He also helped set up transportation when we decided to do a beach day and he even made reservations at restaurants he thought we would enjoy. Always available and quickly responded when we reached out with any questions. Perfect home and host.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

5 Nov 2023

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Wonderful experience in Florence

We had the pleasure of spending five nights at this apartment in the San Niccolo neighborhood south of the Arno River. We have used VRBO many times for lodging abroad and this apartment and experience was easily the best we've had in all of our travels.The apartment was beautiful and spacious, easily accommodating the four adults in our party. It was impeccably maintained and the layout easily allowed for privacy for the two couples in our group. The outdoor space was gorgeous and large, hard to believe considering how centrally located the apartment is.The back of the outdoor space is literally the wall built in the 15th century that encircled the city. Everything about the apartment was more than we ever hoped for. As amazing as the apartment is, even more remarkable is the owner of the property, Tommaso. He could not have been kinder or more generous. He was there as expected when we arrived and offered his assistance throughout our stay. He arranged our transportation to the airport for our departure, assisted us with making a dinner reservation, and even took note of the birthday of one of the people in our group and unexpectedly delivered a bottle of wine to celebrate her day. Every text I sent to him was responded to immediately. He was the absolute best and we all consider meeting and interacting with him to be one of the highlights of our trip.Thanks for everything Tommaso!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brennen T.

26 Jul 2025

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Words can’t begin to explain how wonderful of an experience my family had in this beautiful home. Tom is an amazing host and person. On my birthday, Tom went out of his way to leave his favorite snacks at the door for me. My expectations were exceeded beyond belief. We spent all of the time we could enjoying the gorgeous garden and serene home. It was hard to leave! Would not hesitate to book again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jens N.

26 Jul 2025

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Perfect but suitable only if you are ok with stairs

If you are ok with stairs (four flights of stairs to get from street into the apartment), you need to stop looking and book immediately - it is the perfect stay.The apartment is beautiful and exactly as shown - in a residential location just outside of the busy/noisy downtown, but only a 10min walk to downtown and a mere 2 min walk to Piazzale Michelangelo.The host (Tom) is even better than the already ideal place - he goes out of his way to help and pamper you but is not overbearing - just ideal.Don't overthink it - just book - highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham D.

1 Jul 2025

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Look no further!

Wow! We absolutely loved this very spacious, clean and modern apartment in Florence. The rooftop garden is truly special. Our host, Tommaso was exactly as you read in all the reviews. Super welcoming, responsive and helpful along the way. In a pinch, he helped us line up travel to Cinque Terre because the train workers happened to be on strike that day. Walk to everything Florence from this spot. Can't recommend this apartment enough if you want an authentic Florence getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina R.

23 Jun 2025

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Florence Stay

Beautiful apartment. Thomas was wonderful!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey H.

17 Jun 2025

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Beautiful property; Excellent host!

This property is located just outside of the tourist-filled parts of Florence, but within walking distance of anything you will want to see. It has good restaurants right nearby, for a quick cappuccino in the morning, a quiet drink before turning in, or an easy meal if you dont want to go downtown.As you walk up to the first door to the apartment, you cannot imagine the beauty that awaits a couple floors up. Once you arrive at the apartment and see the well furnished and beautifully decorated rooms, you will make your way to the back where the garden awaits. Here you have your own private garden which is enclosed by the old city wall of ancient Florence. Tom has taken great care to make this private garden one of your favorite places to be in Florence.The apartment itself is only surpassed by the hospitality and availability of the host. He was not only responsive to our questions, he was proactive in getting us all the information we would need to make our time in Florence as easy as could be. He met us at the door to make sure we got in without any hindrances, showed us how to work the appliances, and was there when we left to see us off. He is, by far, the best host we have ever had.To sum up this review; definitely recommend! And if we have the opportunity to return, this will be where we stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

10 Jun 2025

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Loved our stay! Apartment is far enough to be quiet but walking distance to the excitement. The apartment is meticulous. The garden is just perfect for coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. The bedrooms have very good air conditioning. The jewel of staying at this place, however, is the owner, tom. Tom is extremely passionate about having guests at his family home and it is clear from the get-go. He communicates frequently and makes sure that you have everything you need. He has done an amazing job making the apartment user friendly for guests including videos how to operate the appliances. Make sure to book a pasta making class with Gloria - Tom will assist!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

T S.

7 Jun 2025

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ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE

First off, while the photos are great they do NOT do justice to this place. It is incredible in every way. We stayed with our daughter and her firmed and it was perfect. A 10-25 minute walk EVERYWHERE you would want to go.The home has all you need to start off on the right foot. Our host was OUTSTANDING. Best check-in/out experience and very accessible via WhatsApp.All the suggestions for dinners/sites were helpful.Hands down the inside was perfect but the OUTSIDE gardens were remarkable.Every morning we had our coffee there smelling the amazing floral scents from the terrace and listening to the birds.peaceful for sure. It was like being transported to another world/time.We WILL be coming back here.The Bardini gardens are down the street and the beautiful lookout fromPiazalle Michaelangelo is maybe 500 feet away. Do not skip these lesser known close treats of outdoor beauty. Thank you so much.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Langdon K.

30 Mar 2025

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Absolutely loved everything, beautiful, spacious, really made our stay in Florence. Amazing owner!

We loved everything about our stay in Florence. Tommaso’s house is absolutely beautiful, spacious, and clean - with incredible art throughout and an outdoor garden to relax. Tommaso was such a wonderful host - he recommended restaurants and helped us make reservations, left us wine, gave us free tickets to a museum, and was very flexible for our arrival and departure times. Our stay here was the best of our trip to Italy and made our visit to Florence our favorite of our trip. The location requires some walking (like everywhere in Italy) but nothing too far. It’s within about a mile walk of most sites. Highly recommend Tommaso’s house.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

26 Mar 2025

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Family vacation

Tomas is an enthusiastic, helpfully and accommodating host. Property is an easy walk to Florence sites, with plenty of food choices just down the street from the apartment. Minimal street noise at night.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS S.

11 Dec 2024

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Our Sanctuary in Florence

Our experience in Tommaso’s home was integral to our amazing Florence vacation! This home is spacious, stylish, and incredibly comfortable. Our son loved the upstairs loft with its two walk-in closets, full bathroom, and sitting area. My wife and I stayed in the primary bedroom, with a comfortable bed, private bathroom, and ample storage. The two-story living room is cozy with a fireplace. There is also strong WiFi—a lifesaver during our trip! The kitchen is great, with a full-size fridge and plenty of cabinets, perfect if you want to live like a local. Beyond the kitchen is the private garden backing up to Florence’s ancient city wall—we could actually touch history! We found this to be a relaxing place to start and end our days. What makes this stay truly exceptional is Tommaso himself. Warm and welcoming, he’s dedicated to creating the perfect vacation. We wanted two things for our trip: a private cooking class and help navigating the shopping scene in Florence. He arranged a pasta-making class with Gloria in her beautiful home, and connected us with Cristina, a personal shopper who tailored a shopping tour to our budget. Both experiences were highlights of our trip. He even made us “just in case” dinner reservations. No pressure to go, but we did—every recommendation was phenomenal and the best meals we had! He saw it was my birthday and had cookies and a candle at checkout-Come on now! We highly recommend this property AND Tommaso as a host! We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

4 Nov 2024

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A beautiful apartment in a wonderful location!

Our family had a WONDERFUL time staying at this apartment. It is exactly as described, very clean, very beautiful, a great location within Florence, and the sweetest, most dedicated hosts we have ever met! If you need anything while staying here, Tommaso and his family are here to help! They helped us book transportation, restaurants, and private tours as needed, and provided a wealth of information about the surrounding area. You will not be disappointed with your stay. Not only did we build lasting memories of Italy, but we met new friends along the way. Thank you Tommaso and Family!!!!

Stayed 19 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind D.

28 Sept 2024

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Paradise in San Niccolo

I don’t know how to summarize this incredible month. I knew from the photos and the reviews that Tommaso and his apartment were going to be amazing and it (and he) did not disappoint !! My husband and daughter didn’t pay attention to my booking so they arrived and said “wow thank you for finding this paradise!!” The apartment is gorgeous down to every tiny detail- beds, bedding, kitchen, artwork, furniture, garden, laundry, bathrooms, showers. Everything was divine. Tommaso himself acts as your personal concierge for Florence and he takes great pleasure in helping you with activities, restaurants, and wknds out of the city. His personal touch with check in and check out is extraordinary. Done with such humor, kindness and elegance. He has become a dear friend and I consider it an honor and a blessing to have met him and had the opportunity to stay in his stunning apartment for our first month in Florence. Grazie mille a thousand times amico!!!

Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik F.

13 Aug 2024

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Perfect host to the perfect apartment

Our family had travel a lot over the years with VRBO and the other sites. Tommas was by far the best host we have had. From meeting us at his perfect apartment to checking in via WhatsApp during our stay. He even booked us a car to the train station on our last day. The apartment is very well appointed and very comfortable. You are walking distance to everything you need, restaurants grocery store and all the sites of Florence. If you are considering Florence, book this place you will not be disappointed.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

20 Jul 2024

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Beautiful Apartment on Quiet Street

We loved our stay in this beautiful apartment! The kind VRBO owner, Tom met us to help us with our bags and show us around the apartment. The wall art in the apartment is amazing! And the space was perfect for our family of 5. My daughter even said the futon was super comfortable. The large garden is a treat. The neighborhood was much quieter than most and there were a handful of cafes just down the street. Walking to the historical center was pretty quick and enjoyable. Tom also gave us recommendations for drivers, dining, things to do, etc. Overall, we loved our stay and would recommend this lovely apartment!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

5 Jul 2024

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Perfect spot In Florence

Accommodations were as described. Lovely property, great neighbourhood with terrific shops at your door step. The host was very attentive and provided white glove service. The location was close to all the action but without the noise and congestion. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

4 Jul 2024

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Peaceful garden, modern amenities

This apartment is a must for your next stay in Florence. It is exactly as described and pictured. Clean, modern, and quiet. My family of 5 (three generations aged 76-8) stayed comfortably in this property for four nights in June. The outdoor space was our favorite spot to relax with a glass of wine after walking all day. The apartment is located on the other side of the Arno, which we prefer, and therefore is more of a local's experience. There is a market for essential groceries and a bakery/cafe just ten steps away. The real hidden gem is the owner, Tomosso. He takes great pride in his property and is a gracious host. He met us at the apartment, gave a thorough tour, and saw us off on the morning we left. He made reservations for restaurants and taxis throughout our stay; we greatly appreciate his hospitality. We would absolutely return to this property in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

28 Jun 2024

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Best rental property ever

Dear future Florence visitors, Trust me when I tell you to look no further and book this property - you will not be disappointed. If your experience is anything like ours, your expectations will be far exceeded and you might find yourself reevaluating if you REALLY need to go to your next location at all before the end of your tour of this amazing home. Within hours of booking, Tommaso sent us documents with everything we needed to know leading up to our stay. While I expected Tommaso would be a good host after reading previous reviews, I did not anticipate the warmth that would be apparent from the moment he opened the door to greet us upon arrival. It is abundantly clear Tommaso is passionate about sharing his love for Florence with his guests, and he makes you feel like a friend staying in his home, rather than a paying customer. Any questions we had throughout the stay, Tommaso was extremely quick to respond, and he found restaurant and shop suggestions that we never would have been able to find on our own. I can’t emphasize enough how much Tommaso went over and above any experience I have ever had with previous hosts. Now onto the home - it is an oasis - truly exceptional. The garden is idillic. The beds are VERY comfortable. The location is perfect and very walkable. It is clean and beautifully decorated. When we return, we will time our vacation around when this property is available. This truly is the best rental property we have experienced. Thank you Tommaso

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

17 Jun 2024

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Awesome Family Vacation

Our family of four, ( 2 parents, 2 teenagers), spent three nights in this really wonderful home. Our stay mirrored what everyone else has been saying about their stays here. The communication with Tommaso began before we arrived and continued throughout our stay. He enthusiastically greeted us and gave us a thorough tour of his family home and made us feel like we were now part of his family. He was always just a text away from us with answers to questions and recommendations about his city. Absolutely the perfect host! The home, as has been said in previous reviews, was immaculately clean, wonderfully furnished, and just the right size for a family. The bedrooms were very comfortable with their own, individual air conditioners and bathrooms which was perfect. The garden area was very beautiful and peaceful for a quiet morning coffee! An added bonus for a traveling family was the washer and dryer that we definitely put to use when we had time. We enjoyed the location as well. It was walking distance to shopping, sightseeing, and dining. It didn’t take long to get know our way around the neighborhood! Tommaso went to great lengths to make our stay enjoyable, including arranging for a taxi and personally coming to see us off when it came time to leave. He is the most gracious, friendly host you could find! Our only regret is that we could not stay longer! Thank you Tommaso!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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