Apartment Bardi

Description

Details

This florentine-style Palazzo in Florence, nearby Santa Croce famous square, used to welcome guests such as scientists, the Bardi Count and other scholars of musical theory, among whom was Vincenzo Galilei, father of Galileo. The interiors enjoy international and contemporary choice of materials and decor. The finest contemporary Italian design and Florentine ‘500 architectural detail. Decorated with original plaster works, stones and 18th century frescoes. Bauhaus period furniture are from designers such as Van der Rohe, Eames, Le Corbusier, matching a precious 17th century sofa and two Medieval terracotta statues. Castiglioni, Flos and Fontanarte lighting gives to the apartment a romantic and very special atmosphere in the evening.

Inside

On the lower level a entrance with library can be found along with bedrooms. The mezzanine level overloads the lower level, boasting  a drawing room, dining room with leather chairs seating up to 12 and fully fitted kitchen, cocktail and coffee bar. Common spaces are spacious. Also enjoys valuable storage.

Bedrooms

3 Double bedrooms with hi-tech en-suite bathrooms. 1 superb master bedroom, 2 bedrooms with private relax area, double height drawing open space connecting the two bedrooms, day toilet, washer and drier corner.

Entertainment

State of the art sound system, video system, flat screen TV in sitting room and in every bedroom, DVD and CD players, Satellite TV, water purification system, bar room.

Outside

Within walking distance of all the historical monuments and main shopping streets: this property lies at the corner with famous Via de’Neri, then leading to Piazza Santa Croce: for those seeking an accommodation in Florence this is the ideal area for businessmen or travellers who wish to stay right in the heart of the city.

Location

Central Florence, 8 minutes from Ponte Vecchio, 20 minutes from Florence airport and 1 hour from Pisa airport. Well served by all modes of public transport.

Staff & Dining

The property enjoys a fully fitted professional kitchen and a cocktail/ coffee bar. Please remember to ask about our concierge service which will take care of your every need…

Things to Do

The Santa Croce area circles the square, dominated by the Basilica from which it takes its name. This area was once a real island, situated between the two branches of the Arno that separated close to the actual Piazza Beccarla, and rejoined in front of the walls of the Via de’ Benci, where the apartment is. Piazza Santa Croce saw the day towards 1300 to accommodate the crowds of faithful people who were listening to the preaching of the Franciscans who had done a lot of good actions and had also built a church. Other important buildings of the square are the palazzo Cocchi-Serristori and the Antella Palace, as well as the Dante Alighieri monument. The Corsini-Serristori Palace, the Spinelli Palace and Giorgio Vasari’s house are also to be found in the area.