A short walk from Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery, MAISON ALLEGRA PITTI PALACE VIEW provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 21615 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
MAISON ALLEGRA: VIEW OF THE PITTI PALACE
This is a wonderful new apartment that I’m dedicating to my daughter Allegra. It’s located right across from the entrance to the Pitti Palace, at Piazza Pitti No. 12, in the charming and famous Santo Spirito district—the beating heart of the city, with its museums, artisan shops, trattorias, charming shops. Nowhere else like this area—known as “l’Oltrarno”—can you truly experience the wonderful atmosphere the city offers as you stroll through its characteristic streets, discovering beautiful buildings, each one more stunning than the last. The apartment is located in Piazza de’ Pitti; the building dates back to the 1500s and is famous—a plaque on the facade commemorates the fact that the renowned architect Francesco Mazzei was born there and the poet Lucrezia Mazzei lived there until her death in 1832. The apartment occupies the second floor, spanning over 155 square metres. The conservative restoration was designed to preserve the building’s heritage; the restored ceilings feature frescoes, the floors are oak, and the furnishings are high-quality, custom-made pieces. Very bright, with four windows overlooking Piazza de’ Pitti—positioned exactly in the centre—it enjoys a wonderful and exclusive unobstructed view of Palazzo Pitti. The apartment is located on a convenient second floor, accessible via wide, easy-to-climb stairs. The historic building is full of charm. The apartment consists of a large bedroom with a 200x200 cm bed equipped with a mattress topper, two sofas, and a large closet with a TV, as well as access to the veranda—a patio furnished with a small table and rattan armchairs overlooking the medieval courtyard. It features a charming veranda where you can enjoy breakfast while taking in the view—a very quiet and evocative setting. The bedroom has a nearby bathroom with a shower and an entrance leading to the spacious living area, which features a sofa, armchairs, and a lovely cherry wood table for romantic dinners—all framed by an amazing view through four windows. There is also a separate, beautiful kitchen and another bathroom with a shower. A comfortable home centrally located in a beautiful area, set within an ancient and peaceful medieval building. Our guests love this incredibly bright house with a breathtaking view of Palazzo Pitti; they love dining by candlelight while watching the magnificent play of light at sunset on the stone facade of the palace, which takes on a golden glow; they love the tranquility and silence of home; and they are delighted to enjoy such a beautiful experience in a frescoed, comfortable, and welcoming home.There is paid parking 300 metres away, while the taxi rank is right in front, as is the bus stop. Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi are a 5-minute walk away, and Palazzo Pitti is right across the street—everything is incredibly convenient. From April to May, the facade of the house will undergo urgent maintenance work that cannot be postponed.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Meeting with the owner to hand over the keys at the house
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
CLOSE THE WINDOWS AND SHUTTERS IN THE LIVING ROOM WHEN IT LOOKS LIKE IT MIGHT RAIN, AND BE SURE TO CLOSE THE FRONT DOOR WHEN YOU LEAVE
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number IT048017C292KATTAK
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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
About the area
Located in Florence, this apartment is in the city centre. Pitti Palace and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Visarno Arena or Stadio Artemio Franchi. Visit our Florence travel guide
How much is parking at MAISON ALLEGRA PITTI PALACE VIEW?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at MAISON ALLEGRA PITTI PALACE VIEW?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at MAISON ALLEGRA PITTI PALACE VIEW?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is MAISON ALLEGRA PITTI PALACE VIEW located?
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is steps away from Accademia Italiana and Pitti Palace. Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 14 minutes by foot and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 17 minutes.
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Reviews
MAISON ALLEGRA: VIEW OF THE PITTI PALACE Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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When you think of an amazing trip to Florence, there's at least some part of you that imagines that you'll stay in some historical building, with beautiful furniture and painted walls. Check in process was flawless. This building does not have a lift pack light. The apartment was just lovely. The view out the windows superb. Please be advised if you are traveling from the US. It is not standard in Italy to be provided with wash cloths for bathing. Please bring your own. This apartment was absolutely fantastic. If I am ever in the city again I will definitely seek this apartment out.
Angela was so kind and answered all my questions and she even made some dinner reservations for us. The Location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. We’ve been to Florence many times, so this trip was for more local adventures, and to look outside tge city center for a possible place to move from the US. My only suggestion ,for this apartment, is to get better linens, pilllows, blankets for the bed and better towels. All of the above were scratchy and cheap feeling the pillows were completely flat and mushy. Both shower handles kept coming off, even after several guests prior to us had already mentioned this problem. Even with those few problem items, we enjoyed our stay.
This home was an absolutely perfect place to start our honeymoon. It is beautiful and spacious with a really cool history and a phenomenal view of Pitti Palace. The location was amazing and we were able to walk everywhere on our itinerary. Check-in was seamless.
Very easy to get in to the place. Sent a text to our host and we arrived at the same time. She walked us through the place and showed us all the amenities. Very friendly.
This was a great find only a few minutes walk away from the Ponte Vecchio. Very clean and much more spacious than expected! Angela and her assistant were amazing and easy to get in touch with for any questions or local travel advice. We enjoyed our stay at the property as our last stop in Europe before heading home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
6 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Che Bella! This property was the highlight of our recent trip to Italy. We stayed here in late April for four nights. It is beautifully restored with Florentine-styled paintings on the ceiling, a beautiful bedroom with tall ceilings, and two newly refinished bathrooms. After visiting the Uffizzi, we realized how authentic the restoration is. Furniture is lovely and the bed was incredibly comfortable to sleep in. It is spacious, clean, and perfectly located across from the Pitti Palace. We were able to walk everywhere and finding our way back home was easy. Angela was a great host, easy to communicate with, and left us some great suggestions for meals and coffee. We would return here in a heartbeat. Thanks for sharing your lovely home.
Very disappointed to arrive and find scaffolding outside the apartment and all the external shutters closed, so a week with no daylight and no "Pitti Palace view". The host tried to say that there was information in the property details about work to the building, but there wasn't. Having refused to make any sort of partial refund, the host then just stopped communicating with us. The host also failed to respond to Vrbo when we complained to Vrbo after we returned home.The apartment was ok, but for the price needed some attention - the bathroom next to the bedroom had a door handle on the inside that came off in your hand, a loose toilet seat and beware the shower - the heavy control handle falls off and could break your foot, and has clearly been falling off for a long time given that it has been pieced together with glue and there are over 10 dents in the floor from it falling.The kitchen crockery only had 3 large plates, 3 large bowls, no tea towel or kitchen towel. The apartment was also sometimes noisy from other people in the stairwell, particularly late evening. The details said there was outdoor space/furniture, but there wasn't - the "balcony" area was at the back behind the bedroom and more a utility area with a window that we were told couldn't be opened as it was too fragile.At the last minute we were also told we had to pay a late check in fee of 50-60 euro as arriving at 8pm, though there was nothing in the original information about this.
This is a beautiful old apartment directly opposite the Pitti Palace - great for people watching! Just a few steps from some fabulous restaurants and wine bars. It is very comfortable both bed and lounge, and very spacious. The kitchen is fitted out nicely, more than adequate for self catering. There are 3 flights of stairs to take.
There was an extra check in charge as our flight didn’t arrive until after 7pm, so Viviana checked us in. But that went smoothly and both Viviana and Angela were helpful throughout our stay.
The outside space is an internal balcony, we assume overlooking an internal courtyard, with very old opaque windows which we were asked not to touch as they were old and delicate. So there isn’t any proper outside space. However we didn’t mind as the rest of the property more than made up for this.
We did have one issue - a previous guest had somehow managed to pull the door off one of the bathrooms which couldn’t be fixed until the day before our return. Fortunately it’s a 2 bathroom apartment, although the second bathroom opens to the lounge / dining area, and has temperamental plumbing so not ideal!
Overall we had a lovely stay and had there not been the bathroom issues it would’ve been perfect.
Charming restored 14th century former palazzo apartment
Helpful landlady was very responsive to our needs and requests. Fantastic ambiance. Bountiful HVAC kept things cool inside despite the summer heatwave. Comfortable bed - modern appliances. Would have appreciated English TV. Had a fantastic stay.