7 guests
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4 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms
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It’s not often that we’re left speechless by a home (we’ve come across a fair amount in our time), but The Academy comes close. It’s more like a museum than a place to live, filled as it is with statues, antiques, oil paintings, textiles, you name it. And if the interior weren’t enough, there’s a terrace with views of the Duomo, and the river is just round the corner. It’s not perfect (nowhere is), and it is an old building with a few signs of age, but when a place looks like this, we’re willing to look past those.
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What to expect
Highlights
A view of the Duomo
The collection of statues
A home library
Walls covered in oil paintings
The whirlpool bathtub
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Home truths
There's air conditioning, but only in the bedroom
As the building is rather old, the water pressure isn't great
The kitchen's a bit dated, and some of the appliances could do with being replaced
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Balcony
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Daily cleaning
Luggage storage
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Ponte Vecchio
Straddling both sides of the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio is named after the medieval bridge that connects the north and south of Florence. It's a great place to stay when exploring the attractions of the city’s bustling north side and the palaces and gardens to the south. The area is known for its artisan jewellers, and has plenty on offer for those looking for boutique shopping, while the central location...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Brave the crowds at the Uffizi
There's a reason it's busy – from Leonardo and Botticelli through to Rembrandt, this is one of the most important collections of European art in the world.
Enjoy a Steak at Trattoria Dall'Oste
Indulge in a classic Florentine steak and delicious sides in a good atmosphere. Don't miss the amazing beef tartare.
Tuck in at Trattoria La Casalinga
Enjoy hearty, flavourful traditional Tuscan dishes & wines in this popular family-run restaurant. Try the pasta with meat ragu or mushroom, and don't miss the authentic Ribollita stew.
Dine at The Antico Ristoro di Cambi
A beautiful and warm Tuscan restaurant, serving delicious Florentine steaks and homestyle local dishes.
Get around
Train station
Firenze Santa Maria Novella
10 min
Bus stop
Florence Bus Station
9 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
8 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
8 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bilancino Beach
52 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 2, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 13Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Federico
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Federico and his team have tonnes of experience between them. They’re always on hand, and we felt very reassured from when we met them.
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