Apartment in 16th Century Palazzo in Florence

ITALY, TUSCANY, FLORENCE

Prestigious renovated apartment with frescoes in a 16th-century noble palazzo in the heart of Florence, less than a 5 minute walk from the Duomo.

Description
The historic palazzo in which this splendid apartment is located dates back to the first half of the 1500s and was the residence of the important Spanish family Ramirez de Montalvo, who arrived in Florence in 1539. The original frescoes on the facade of the palazzo, designed by Giorgio Vasari, can still be seen today.

The apartment, located on the second floor which is accessed through a delightful internal courtyard, is on one level for a total of about 230 sqm, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The entrance opens onto a large and bright living room, with high ceiling, beams and a bioethanol fireplace, a convivial space enriched by a beautiful and refined restored fresco dating back to the 1600s.

To the left of the living room are a bathroom, a convenient built-in closet, the kitchen diner and a large double bedroom. To the right, on the other hand, is the bright dining room, a study with mezzanine, a multipurpose space which can be used as a reading room or additional guest room, a master bedroom with walk-in closet and a second bathroom.

Condition and finishes
The property has been expertly and recently renovated by the current owner, creating a pleasant internal layout and a perfect blend of classic and modern elements, such as original terracotta floors, parquet floors and exposed beams. Each space is very well-kept and bright, featuring refined and high quality furnishings

In addition, the property is equipped with an efficient home automation system and alarm system.

Outdoor spaces
A convenient motorcycle/bike parking space completes the property. This elegant apartment is located in the heart of the city, in one of the main streets of the historic center of Florence, within walking distance of the Duomo and all services. Despite its strategic location, it is quiet, thanks to it overlooking the inner courtyard of the building.

Potential use
This elegant apartment represents a rare opportunity to live in the heart of Renaissance Florence, in an environment of luxury and refinement, where history and modernity blend harmoniously.

Location
Located a few steps from the Duomo, with its imposing Brunelleschi dome dominating the cityscape, and Piazza della Signoria, famous for its Renaissance sculptures and the Palazzo Vecchio, this elegant residence in the center of Florence is a combination of history, art and timeless beauty.