Cozy hidden gem flat (Beccaria/Sant'Ambrogio)

Entire rental unit in Florence, Italy

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.74 out of 5 stars.113 reviews
Hosted by Coral
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Unbeatable location

100% of guests in the past year gave this location a 5-star rating.

Dedicated workspace

A room with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
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Feel at home in Florence in my warm, spacious private flat full of natural light, sunset views, positive vibes (and fast wifi)!

Lively local-loved neighborhood a short walk from Florence's main sights free from tourist crowds. Close to many buses + bike sharing

Colorful decor, books & stocked with all you need for a homey Florence stay

Squeaky clean one bedroom w/ living room & kitchen- peaceful, no traffic noise

Close to the Sant'Ambrogio market w/ shops, cafes & eateries at your doors

The space
Cozy hidden gem flat in a buzzy local neighborhood in central Florence where locals live and hang out. Free from the tourist chaos while still easy walking distance to the city’s key sites! Close to the river for evening strolls and exploring

Perfect for solo travelers, art & culture seekers, remote work getaways (has a desk space and kitchen) or couples looking for a weekend Florence base.

Piazza Beccaria and Via Gioberti is one of the most sought out areas in Florence thanks to its charming character and neighborhood-y feel while still only steps away from Florence’s main attractions.

A huge perk for those who would take advantage of the kitchen: the flat is a short walk to the daily Sant'Ambrogio market.

Spacious one bedroom (fit for solo or couples) private apartment all to yourself, fully furnished & equipped, complete with central heating/air conditioning, fast Wi-Fi and work space (desk & chair).

This bright and sunny flat is located on a private street off one of the most popular shopping boulevards in Florence

The area has all you need: cafes, grocers, cool bars and boutiques (from fashion to chocolate), bakeries, delis, banks, a post office, (paid) parking garage and more!

The bed is a double/full size with a memory foam mattress topper for extra cozy comfort

The area is very authentic, no tourist crowds, locals-only and very well connected to public transport

The flat’s secluded yet central position makes it peaceful- no honking buses waking you up, noisy bars disrupting sleep or having to elbow through crowded squares to get back!

As this is a home of a local (the way airbnb intended!), you can expect some soul and lived-in charm including house plants, wood furnishings and colorful decor.

Close to several buses but Florence is small, very walkable with bike sharing, too.

Highlights!

-Safe, quiet centrally-located quarter off the beaten path while being a short walk to all major attractions
-Bright and cheery with charming sunset views! No dark, damp cave vibes here:)
-Cozy & comfortable in the winter, cool & fresh in the summer
-Apartment has all you need for a comfy stay (couch, dining tables, nooks, memory foam topped bed, working desk, etc)
-Super fast, reliable Wi-Fi
-Sparkling clean! Sanitation is our priority as part of your comfortable stay
-Workspace desk w/ comfy ergonomic chair for traveling professionals
-Washing machine
-Fully-equipped kitchen stocked with essentials: salt/spices, coffee, moka pot for Italian coffee, utensils and tools, pots/pans, etc
-Fly Screens/Nets on all windows to keep out Florence's famous mosquitos!
-Off an avenue filled with family-run bakeries, delis for the best cheeses, cured meats, fresh pasta, etc in town, independent boutiques (shoes, clothes, bags, etc), street food, craft coffee bars, enotecas, restaurants, convenient supermarket and more
-Close proximity to daily Sant'Ambrogio historic farmer's market in under an 8 minute walk
-Walk to the Duomo in under 20min! Bike in 5:)
-Double Bed, One Bedroom plus lounge/dining room/kitchen all to yourself (private flat, no other airbnb guests)
-Nice neighbors, very homey and residential!
-On last floor in a two story building (3 floors including the ground floor), with views of Florentine rooftops. Easy stairs!
-Spacious, lots of natural light, including living room with books and record player
-Plenty of table space: dining nook in kitchen plus dining room table
-Heating and space heater for extra coziness

This apartment is perfect for either a single traveler desiring a quiet space, traveling professional who want a remote work getaway, or perfect for a couple who would like a quaint apartment for their Florence stay.

A quick note about the WC in case you are a first time traveler to Italy/Europe: The shower is stall-like (no tub) and fits one person, and is a typical quirky Italian shower which is step-in and modestly sized. The photo of the bathroom is quite accurate so be sure to take a good look!


ON CHECK-IN TIMES- Please read!
-Check-in from 9am-7pm would be ideal please see * below for costs
-If you arrive before 9am, please let me know so we can plan a solution
-Past 7pm may be subject to an extra charge- please contact me if you'd like specific pricing if you already know the time you'd arrive in Florence is past 7pm!
-If you are late, please advise the host or co-host ASAP
-If you lock yourself out, you may be subject to a fee to have one of the co-hosts for a service call as I am unable to offer complimentary 24hr concierge and the co-hosts have various commitments and schedules of their own to organize. Thanks for understanding!

*Check-in times are flexible but if they are outside normal working hours of 9am-7pm, they will be subject to an extra fee that is non-negotiable
Arrivals between 7am and 9am = 40eu extra
Arriving after:
7pm, 10eu total, 8pm, 30eu total, 9pm 50eu total
We cannot guarantee check-in past 10pm
Please arrange your travel plans and give plenty of buffer time/do not rely on smart phone maps times for public transport. Please be respectful of everyone's time by being communicative and punctual within control. Grazie!

Guest access
Guests have access to the whole apartment, apart from the storage room which will be locked. The kitchen may be used but it is expected to treat all the cookware and appliances with care. Please be mindful of music/noise past 11pm, please ask me about having things mailed to the building, bike parking, guests, etc.

If you damage or break something by accident, I understand accidents happen! I kindly ask you to let me know as there is host guarantee but there is a time limit so your honesty will be rewarded with good karma I promise!

Other things to note
You will be living in a truly historical little part of town, just 4 minute walking distance from Borgo La Croce which is full of life, 10 minutes from the Arno river, 12 minutes from Firenze Campo di Marte, which is one of the train station in Florence.
Scenic 20min walk or short bus or bike ride to sites like Duomo, the David and Accademia!
Please note these pics were taken when I just moved in this place, and loads of improvements have been made to make it more cozy like more pictures, rugs, tables, a record player in the living room etc.
Stays exceeding 2 weeks may be subject to additional cleaning fees & utilities fees based on consumption & on time of year.

Registration Details
IT048017C237D3KADS

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Washer
Portable air conditioning

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4.74 out of 5 stars from 113 reviews

Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Florence, Tuscany, Italy
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Neighborhood highlights

The neighborhood is distinctly Florentine with locals and families living here which is a rarity now in a touristic hotspot city like Florence. It has the best of both worlds of being off the beaten path, i.e. not smack dab in the noisy/crowded historical center, but with everything just a short walk or bike ride away.

There are bike sharing apps in Florence for bike riders! The value of this area is not only being in a totally locally inhabited quarter, but a myriad of delicious places like bakeries, boutique wine shops, daily growers market of Sant'Ambrogio just a 5 minute walk away, specialty delis, 3rd wave coffeeshops and traditional Italian coffee bars, and a supermarket just a 2 minutes walk away which stays open late (Till 8:30pm) Monday-Saturday. You will thank yourself for choosing this locals-only zone with several conveniences!

Meet your host

Superhost
114 reviews
4.75 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Speaks Italian
Lives in Florence, Italy
An American girl (with Sicilian and Persian roots) living in Florence, Italy! Here I stay busy writing and blogging about food & drink (my blog is called Curious Appetite!), and also run food & drink tours. I airbnb out my apartment when I travel- I consider my place a gem of a find if you are an independent traveler who wants some time to themselves and resources for enjoying the city. I have friends and neighbors handle my check-ins when I'm not in town- but they are also experienced hosts who are happy to help! As a guest, I'm independent and an experienced traveler. I am very clean/tidy and respectful of other peoples space. You'll find I'm laid-back, respect boundaries and I intend mutual respect.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants