La Casetta Bonsi della Ruota
- Rent a Vacation House in the Heart of Florence
One Bedroom, One Bath, Sleeps Four
Near the Pitti Palace and steps from the
Ponte Vecchio, this charming little house is the
perfect accommodation. The apartment in Florence
market for vacation rentals has nothing like La
Casetta Bonsi della Ruota.
An exquisite private house right in the heart
of Florence. Stroll two short blocks and you're at
the famed Ponte Vecchio. This is an extraordinary
house in an extraordinary location, close to the
action but situated in its own little piazza so
that you can escape and relax on the terrace while
listening to the sound of church bells tolling
throughout majestic Florence. Because it is a
private, standalone house, a rarity in a major
city like Florence, guests have maximum privacy
and quiet.
The Casetta Bonsi della Ruota house is an
excellent home-away-from-home very near the famed
Ponte Vecchio. Newly remodeled and tastefully
decorated, you'll cherish the privacy and
convenient access that this house offers. Cross
the Ponte Vecchio going towards the Pitti Palace,
take a quick left up a little street, and you're
home in two minutes after a morning of
sightseeing, an afternoon of shopping, a long
lunch (siesta anyone?). If you prefer, stroll down
the street and enjoy an espresso at an outdoor
cafe and people-watch. Just on the other side of
the river is the famed Uffizi Gallery, only a
five-minute walk from the house. The Duomo,
Palazzo Signoria, Medici Chapel are only a few
minutes walk away.
One of the most surprising aspects is that this
is truly an independent house, on its very own
little Piazza, the tiny "Piazza de' Bonsi." It was built in 1890 by the Florentine
Bonsi della Ruota family and has been recently completely remodeled. As you enter the house, the living
room and kitchen are to your right, and the
staircase to the second floor is directly in front
of you. The house has beautiful Italian terracotta
tile throughout the main living area, a brand-new
kitchen and bathroom with the latest appliances,
as well as charming decorative touches throughout.
The spacious living room has a beautiful
antique painted Venetian china cupboard, lovely
Tuscan dining table and chairs, and a comfortable
sofa that converts into two twin beds or a
king-size bed (first hand experience attests that
these are very comfortable beds!). Enjoy breakfast
in the sleek kitchen if you prefer at the little
counter that overlooks the private garden of the
lovely villa next door. Off the kitchen is a small
laundry room with washing machine.
The bedroom is upstairs with a dual king bed
and beautiful Tuscan armoire and dresser. The bed
can be made up as a king or left as two singles.
Off the upstairs landing is the private terrace
where you can take your morning espresso or sip a
glass of Chianti as the sun sets over this
dazzling city. The bathroom is beautifully
appointed, clean white tile and Carrara marble, a
terrific enclosed shower, bidet, plenty of water
pressure, lots of storage and halogen lighting.
We leave a selection of guidebooks for you to
peruse and enjoy when you arrive.
Florence is a great city for walking,
especially since car access was severely
restricted within Florence a few years ago.
Casetta Bonsi della Ruota provides a home for you
in the very center of Florence, with modern
amenities and comfortable furnishings accented by
lovely Tuscan antiques.
We think you will love this darling house and
your stay in this unforgettable city.
This is a non-smoking house. No pets please.
Request
this apartment. Phone 781.275.1055
| Location |
Florence
- Pitti Palace |
| Sleeps |
4 |
| Floor,
elevator |
Two
floor house right in the heart of Florence |
| Size |
900
square feet |
| Bedrooms |
1
Bedroom plus sofa bed in living room |
| Bathrooms |
1
Bathrooms, enclosed shower, sink, toilet,
bidet |
| Crib |
Yes,
€30 2-7 nights |
| Terrace |
Yes!
There is a lovely little terrace off the
upstairs landing with a small fountain,
patio table and 2 chairs. This is a rarity
in Florence; it is a treat to sit out with a
glass of wine in the evening and savor being
in Florence; enjoying the skyline and view
of the belltower of the Palazzo Vecchio. |
| Views |
From
the upper flowers view over the Florentine
rooftops to the bell tower of Piazza della
Signoria. |
| Kitchen |
Full
kitchen completely equipped with
microwave/oven/toaster, coffeepot,
dishwasher, cooktop. |
| Entertainment |
Satellite
TV, DVD player. |
| Telephone
& Internet |
Loaner
cell phone upon request. |
| Laundry |
Laundry
room with washer and utility sink,
clothesline on terrace and collapsible
drying rack. Iron and ironing board. |
| Air conditioning |
Yes |
| Security |
Hotel-style
safe for your valuables |
| Heat |
Central |
| Utilities |
$25/week
utility allowance |
| Security
deposit |
$300 |
| Cleaning |
Included,
1x/week |
| Suitability
for families |
Perfect
for families, room to spread out, and noisy
feet cannot disturb neighbors. Because of
stairs, toddlers not recommended. |
| Public
transportation |
Yes.
You are only two blocks from the Ponte
Vecchio, so you may never use the bus. |
| Parking |
A car
is not recommended. |
| Rates
2006 |
High
season $1,400USD Low
season $1,195USD
Shorter
stays possible on request, 4 night minimum
Check
availability
Request
this apartment
the
number of people in your party.
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