S Croce Alcove

3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Sleeps 6 Florence
  • The large living room is great for a large family or group of friends.
    The large living room is great for a large family or group of friends.
  • Living room windows overlook the piazza.
    Living room windows overlook the piazza.
  • The apartment is located in a beautiful palazzo on the famous Piazza Santa Croce.
    The apartment is located in a beautiful palazzo on the famous Piazza Santa Croce.
  • Ample comfortable seating in the living room.
    Ample comfortable seating in the living room.
  • Tuscan wood dining table can seat 8 to 10 people.
    Tuscan wood dining table can seat 8 to 10 people.
  • Experience how the nobility of Florence once lived in this fine, elegant apartment.
    Experience how the nobility of Florence once lived in this fine, elegant apartment.
  • Kitchen is bright and cheerful and fully equipped with pots, pans, dishes.
    Kitchen is bright and cheerful and fully equipped with pots, pans, dishes.
  • Kitchen has views of the piazza and of the Santa Croce basilica.
    Kitchen has views of the piazza and of the Santa Croce basilica.
  • Small table is handy as an extra preparation area or for families with young children.
    Small table is handy as an extra preparation area or for families with young children.
  • Apartment is very large, with several hallways and vestibules.
    Apartment is very large, with several hallways and vestibules.
  • The namesake 'alcove' in regal bedroom 2. Bed can be prepared together or as two beds.
    The namesake 'alcove' in regal bedroom 2. Bed can be prepared together or as two beds.
  • Trompe d'oiel flourishes adorn the oval windows up above the doorway and portions of the walls.
    Trompe d'oiel flourishes adorn the oval windows up above the doorway and portions of the walls.
  • Bedroom 2 has it's own sitting area.
    Bedroom 2 has it's own sitting area.
  • Bedroom 1 has it's own charming terrace and an en suite bathroom.
    Bedroom 1 has it's own charming terrace and an en suite bathroom.
  • The beds can be joined as shown here, or prepared apart, as two singles.
    The beds can be joined as shown here, or prepared apart, as two singles.
  • The terrace off the bedroom is a delightful feature.
    The terrace off the bedroom is a delightful feature.
  • This bathroom has a shower and is en suite to bedroom 1
    This bathroom has a shower and is en suite to bedroom 1
  • Sweet bedroom 3 with two beds.
    Sweet bedroom 3 with two beds.
  • Bathroom 3 is en suite to bedroom 3. It has a shower, toilet and sink.
    Bathroom 3 is en suite to bedroom 3. It has a shower, toilet and sink.
  • A little gym for the guests in Palazzo Santa Croce.
    A little gym for the guests in Palazzo Santa Croce.
  • The Duomo, the cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore, glows and welcomes you to the City of Flowers.
    The Duomo, the cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore, glows and welcomes you to the City of Flowers.
  • Elegant Piazza Repubblica from the mid-1800s was once the site of the Roman forum and retains the role as a gathering place.
    Elegant Piazza Repubblica from the mid-1800s was once the site of the Roman forum and retains the role as a gathering place.
  • The Ponte Vecchio has graced the Arno river for 700 years. Fine jewelery shops adorn your stroll.
    The Ponte Vecchio has graced the Arno river for 700 years. Fine jewelery shops adorn your stroll.
  • Piazza Signoria was the heart of Florence during the Renaissance. Everywhere you look find fascinating historical elements.
    Piazza Signoria was the heart of Florence during the Renaissance. Everywhere you look find fascinating historical elements.
  • Shopping in this famous market, called Nuovo (new) from @1700s should end when you rub the snout of the bronzewild boar statue for luck.
    Shopping in this famous market, called Nuovo (new) from @1700s should end when you rub the snout of the bronzewild boar statue for luck.
  • Primavera, Spring, by Sandro Botticelli
    Primavera, Spring, by Sandro Botticelli
  • Brunelleschi's Dome crowns this world-famous architecture of the Cathedral, bell tower and baptistry.
    Brunelleschi's Dome crowns this world-famous architecture of the Cathedral, bell tower and baptistry.
  • Beautiful della Robbia ceramics are delightful to find throughout Florence. Watch for della Robbia's.
    Beautiful della Robbia ceramics are delightful to find throughout Florence. Watch for della Robbia's.
  • On the upper floor of the Mercato Centrale is a great food court.
    On the upper floor of the Mercato Centrale is a great food court.
  • Florence's skyline much as it has appeared for more than 500 years -- beckoning with timeless landmarks.
    Florence's skyline much as it has appeared for more than 500 years -- beckoning with timeless landmarks.

Relax and recharge in this fine noble palazzo on one of Florence's most famous landmarks, Piazza Santa Croce. Large, comfortable and elegant with a private bedroom terrace, you will love the Alcove!

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Things To Note

Neighborhood: Santa Croce

Size: 1,970 sq ft / 183 m2

Accessibility/Security: Elevator 6 steps up from building entrance.

Sound: Bedrooms overlook quiet inner courtyards. Living room overlooks lively piazza.

Payment: €300 damage deposit for stays up to 7 nights, €500 for 8-14 nights and €1000 over 15 nights. Refundable less damages, paid in cash on arrival.

Utilities paid as consumed for stays longer than 14 nights

Check in/out: Check in from 2pm – 6:30pm, by appointment. Check out by 10am

Other: June Historical Soccer-piazza is turned into a stadium with bleachers, traffic restrictions and taxi shortage.

Room Details

Bedroom 1
Dual extra-wide queen bed (63in x 79in; 160cm x 200cm) can be separated to form two single beds
Bedroom 2
Two single beds (31in x 75in; 80cm x 190cm) can be combined to form a dual extra-wide queen bed
Bedroom 3
Two single beds (35in x 79in; 90cm x 200cm)
Bathroom 1 (en suite to Bedroom 1)
Shower, sink and toilet
Bathroom 2
Combination bathtub/shower, sink, and toilet
Bathroom 3 (en suite to Bedroom 3)
Shower, sink and toilet

Floorplan

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S Croce Alcove Floorplan

Amenities

Kitchen

  • kitchen Kitchen
  • flatware Fully Equipped
  • coffee Coffee Maker
  • dishwasher_gen Dishwasher
  • microwave_gen Microwave
  • oven_gen Oven
  • skillet Stovetop
  • toast Toaster
  • kitchen Refrigerator

Accessibility

  • door_front Private Entrance
  • stairs 4th Floor North American
  • elevator Elevator

Bathroom

  • barcode_reader Hairdryer

Interactivity

  • wifi WiFi
  • tv TV - Limited English Programs
  • fitness_center Gym

Heating/Cooling

  • thermometer Heating
  • ac_unit A/C

General Amenities

  • soap Toiletries
  • detector_smoke Smoke Detector
  • detector_co Carbon Monoxide Detector

Kid/Family Friendly

  • chair_alt High Chair
  • crib Travel Crib with advance arrangement

Laundry

  • local_laundry_service Dryer
  • local_laundry_service Washer

Outdoor

  • balcony Terrace

Special Features

  • balcony Balcony/Terrace
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Reviews

January 21, 2020 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Harish D

While we had high hopes for our family week in Florence with our 3 grown up children; Miravista clearly exceeded our expectations. It was a very comfortable, nicely understated decorated, with good 2 1/2 bathrooms and ample kitchen, sunny penthouse. While it had a good modern elevator, other than the day we arrived and departed with the luggage, the 5 of us (age 63, 61, our children 34, 31 and 29) always preferred the fun of enjoying to walk up and down the 92 steps; particularly after a nice dinner. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit cold as to enjoy the beautiful terrace overlooking the Plaza and the mountains; if it were spring or summer we would have spent long hours there... Waking up and having a leisure breakfast in front of the large window and terrace overlooking the Plaza was a fantastic way to start the day. The restaurant below was one of the best we had and at good prices; the owners and staff were incredibly friendly; we spent new year's eve with them. The location was great; just a 3 block walk to most of the landmarks...and yet quiet enough from the bulk of the tourists. Finally, the host was very educated and made our checkin / checkout a breeze. In addition, Pat Byrne was incredibly friendly and efficient and was making sure our reservation, paperwork and itinerary was up to date....Thank you Pat & Madelyne!
March 30, 2019 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Scott

This was a great location for our family group of 6. The best part was the easy access to the Gelateria dei Neri, best in Florence. The grocery was a few blocks. There were several excellent restaurants in the immediate area, but our favorite was the Acqua al 2 (get the blueberry steak). Florence is very walkable and this apartment was on the edge of the tourist area. It was fun watching the crowds in the Piazza. They were a little noisy at times but the bedrooms are in the back away from the noise. Our greeter was helpful in getting us oriented. She also pointed to a driver who came at 4:30 AM to get us to the airport in Florence for the flight home. [Thank you for your great review! We are glad that you had an amazing stay! The Italy Perfect Team]
December 8, 2018 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Allison

Thinking about booking this apartment? Do it now! Alcove apartment is a very spacious home located overlooking Piazza Santa Croce. The apartment is very accommodating for 6 - 8 guests. Every space is comfortable. The beds are very comfortable and the bed linens and pillows are plush. The bedrooms and bathrooms are all amazing, so no one will feel slighted. The one bedroom cannot convert the twin beds to one bed, but the room is still very spacious and the bathroom has a great shower. All of the bedrooms are on the quiet side of the apartment, even though we didn't find the crowds on the Piazza to be noisy at all. The kitchen is very well stocked. The laundry room with separate washer and dryer is a real plus. The location is a good one if you enjoy this side of the river; an easy walk to the train station and all of the Florence attractions. Check in/out was very easy and the utilities were reasonable for our 21 night stay. Some recommendations in/around the Santa Croce area: Boccadama is located on the lower level of the palace and serves very good lasagna and pear ravioli; a great place to crash for dinner at the end of a long day. There is also a Conad (small grocery store chain Corso dei Tintori, 10/R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy ) around the corner (behind the building) that is not mentioned in the information book; perhaps it's newer. It's a City version, but still good in a pinch. Foody Farm (next to Conad) was really good for a non-Italian meal; the menu was really interesting and the food was delicious (casual night out). The Gallery (2 minute walk) has a great apertivo that starts at 6:30PM. For $10-$12 you get a cocktail and a very good buffet with hot and cold food items. Inferno (Via de' Pepi 9R – Firenze) was excellent and filled with locals. We tried a little of everything. The entrees and salads are not necessarily prepared in a traditional way, but amazing. This is the place to get Seafood. I would recommend Inferno for a nice night out. OK, let's talk gelato. I am by no means an expert, but I have been in Florence nearly a dozen times and I would say, hands down, Dei Neri is the best gelato in Florence (Neri, 9, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy). Good news - it's a really quick walk from the apartment! They have a great yogurt gelato and their ricotta cream with pistachio topping is my favorite! Lisa Byrne is still the best in the business and you will not be disappointed with her service, prices, and accommodations! [Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendations, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again! The Italy Perfect Team]
July 3, 2018 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Carole K

I can't say enough good things about our apartment in Florence, our trip was fabulous and the location of this apartment was ideal. Really one of the best locations and best vacations ever.
April 12, 2018 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Dave

My wife and I have been to Florence dozens of times. The location of the Alcove apartment at Piazza S. Croce is great. We have stayed in this lovely old building a few times...during the hot summer, so we did not know how it would be in the winter (mid-March). What we found was warm and cozy inside the Alcove and crisp and breezy outside...with much fewer people on the streets, in the piazzas and in even the best restaurants at lunch. This apartment, S. Croce Alcove, is exceptional. Well planned, delightfully furnished rooms with easy access to multiple bathrooms. Everything was immaculate. There is a small private balcony in the rear which I found useful as a get away occasionally. Jean and I have nothing but great things to say about our stay. Dave [Thank you very much Dave for your review, we are pleased that you had a wonderfull stay! The Italy Perfect Team]
August 4, 2016 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Robert

The accommodations were good and in a great location. Easy walking to many places of interest. We were fortunate in that the weekend we were there, there was a concert in the square in front of Santa Croce featuring the world renown tenor Placido Domingo. We got to watch and listen from our apartment balcony. Probably at least ten thousand ticket buyers as we took it all in for free. Great timing.
August 31, 2015 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Mary

When we rented the apartment in Florence we had no idea just how much it would enhance our stay. Each day we returned to our HOME with appetizers in hand. Then we would sit on our private terrace, enjoying wonderful italian cheeses and wine while discussing our day. We were traveling with 2 twenty year olds and had we all returned to separate hotel rooms our experience would not have been shared or enjoyed nearly as much. We will travel this way from now on. [Thank you so much, Mary. Your appetizers on the terrace sound delicious. Nice to enjoy with your 20 year olds rather than be separated. Please come again! The Italy Perfect Team]
July 31, 2015 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by M

The location couldn't be better. Plenty of room for all five of us. Plus everyone had there own bath plus air conditioner in all rooms. Host were very accommodating and answered all questions. Only one flaw kitchen needed a few more items (soap for dishes and surfaces). Our six days couldn't have been better. [We are delighted your stay was so nice. The Italy Perfect team]
July 31, 2015 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Lori

We had a wonderful stay in Florence. This apartment is very spacious and comfortable. The location was great. Our greeter was very helpful. Would highly recommend this apartment for families. The restaurant right next door was very good and very friendly. Thanks Italy Perfect for the wonderful stay. Would definitely recommend them to friends. [Thank you so much! The Italy Perfect Team]
July 4, 2015 - Website

S Croce Alcove Review

by Susan Rose

This is the second time I have visited Florence and stayed at the Palazzo Antellesi. I spent two weeks in The Alcove apartment, first with friends and then family. The Alcove is extremely comfortable and very well equipped. It has an unbelievable location, only a five minute walk to The Uffizi, The Arno or the Piazza Repubblica. There are wonderful restaurants nearby, our new favorite is Cucina Torcicoda which we returned to several times. The best gelatoria in the city is Vivoli and is around a corner from he apartment. We also went back to the Mercato Centrale several times to eat at their new third floor food hall. My 13 and 16 year old grandsons went shopping there and bought food to cook dinner for us in the apartment. If you can time it right, come in June and you will have front row seats for the famous Calcio (soccer) tournament. Thanks to Cecile, the manager, for all her help. We will be back. Susan Rose

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