Attic Piazza Santa Croce with living terrace

50 meters from Piazza Santa Croce, a renovated penthouse with a private terrace on the rooftops of Florence the true heart of the home, with a motorized awning for sunset aperitifs and dinners under the stars.

Inside: period fireplace, exposed beams, a loft with skylight windows and an original artwork by the painter Rapisardi, who lived here.

Self check in in complete freedom.

Absolute silence just steps from the historic center, between the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio. Your refuge in the heart of Florence.



The whole home is at your disposal during your stay: living room, kitchen, double bedroom, loft, and above all the private terrace, accessible at any time of day. Access is fully autonomous thanks to the Vikey self check in system: you will receive instructions to enter without waiting for anyone, offering maximum flexibility on your arrival time. In case of any difficulty, our team is ready to assist you in person at any time.

Wi Fi TV: Hi speed Wi Fi is active throughout the house (login info in dedicated section). The TV has Chromecast: stream Netflix, YouTube or any app directly from your phone by joining the same Wi Fi network. Heating AC: AC handles both heating and cooling. The remote is near the wall unit: press mode to switch between hot and cold, and use arrows to set temp. Kitchen: Equipped with fridge, freezer, oven, stovetop, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine and moka pot. Pots, plates, cutlery and wine glasses are in the cabinets. Terrace: The private terrace features a motorized awning: control button is by the door. Press and hold to open or close. Fireplace: The living room fireplace is a vintage decor element: for safety, it cannot be lit by guests. Trash: Our team handles trash at each turnover. For longer stays, recycling bins are located here [google.com/maps/place/43.769118,11.261435](https://www.google.com/search?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgoogle.com%2Fmaps%2Fplace%2F43.769118%2C11.261435). Quiet Hours: Set in a historic building shared with locals, please keep noise down, especially after 10 PM. Support: For any needs, reach us via message or phone anytime during your stay.

The apartment is on the 3rd floor of a historic building without an elevator: a few flights of stairs separate you from the terrace and the quiet of Florence's rooftops. The fireplace is a vintage decor element: for safety reasons, lighting it is not permitted. Pets are welcome. Long stays available on request (over 28 days). There is no washer or dryer inside, but a laundromat is located steps away. Paid parking is available nearby, both on street and in a garage. While the terrace has a railing, it is high above the rooftops: adult supervision is recommended for children. Nearby: Piazza Santa Croce Basilica 1 min walk Uffizi Gallery 5 min walk Ponte Vecchio Arno River 5 min walk Palazzo Vecchio Duomo 10 min walk Piazzale Michelangelo 10 min walk Santa Maria Novella Station 10 min walk

By train: From Santa Maria Novella station, a 15 18 min walk through the historic center, or 5 8 min by taxi. By plane: From Florence Airport (Peretola), about 15 20 min by taxi. By car: The apartment is in the ZTL (limited traffic zone) unauthorized car access results in a camera fine.

Less than 50 meters from Piazza Santa Croce, in the heart of historic Florence, this fully renovated attic offers something rare here: true quiet, natural light and views over the city's red roofs. The private pocket terrace is the real highlight: furnished for outdoor dining, with a motorized awning making it completely private when desired. Breakfast at dawn with bell towers in the background, aperitifs at sunset, dinner under the stars it all happens here, steps from Piazza Santa Croce and the Uffizi. Inside, a bright living room features two sofas, a vintage decor fireplace, Chromecast TV and hi speed Wi Fi. The kitchen is equipped with everything needed: fridge, freezer, oven, stovetop, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine, moka, pots, plates, cutlery and wine glasses. The main bedroom hides a small detail: the walk in closet holds an original work by painter Rapisardi, who lived in this flat in the early 1900s. The loft with exposed beams and roof windows offers two extra beds and a cozy nook for reading or working. The bathroom includes a large shower, hairdryer and toiletries. AC and heating regulate the climate year round, with smoke, carbon monoxide detectors and a fire extinguisher for safety. Double bed in the main bedroom, two beds in the loft: hosting up to 4 guests comfortably in authentic Florence.

We recommend the nearest partner parking: Santa Croce Parking open 24/7 year round, about 400m away (5 min walk). Fully automated system registers your license plate upon entry, so no ZTL fine risk during your stay. Book online at smaprenotazioni.it (up to 1 hour before arrival) or call 366 493 1818. Rates: check upon booking, around 25 35/day. Tip: at entry, always check that the plate printed on the ticket matches yours. Cheaper alternative: Sant'Ambrogio Underground Parking (Largo Pietro Annigoni 9), public, hourly rate (~ 2/h), about 500m away.