Title: Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a ## Photo gallery for Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a ![Exterior detail - Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36030000/36023900/36023888/270-735d5782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36030000/36023900/36023888/32d9fe5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36030000/36023900/36023888/ae15228b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36030000/36023900/36023888/270-6456e941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, books, stereo - Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a (Firenze)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36030000/36023900/36023888/0e62f7ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A short walk from Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery, Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a The small apartment is antique, furnished with original Tuscan objects, you will find a super-equipped kitchenette, an antique wardrobe from the 17th century, a stone staircase leading to the toilet served as a shower. In the living room you will find everything you need to rest. The location will be useful for visiting the whole center of Florence, the main museums, the monumental churches, the closest one, S. Felicita contains the wonderful deposition of Pontormo, a 16th century Florentine painter. The best restaurants in town are all in the nearby streets. Ideal place for short stays in Florence. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchenette - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a river ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention 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 on a river, this holiday home is in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence. Pitti Palace and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours nearby. [Visit our Florence travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence.dx1222) [View more Holiday homes in Florence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Florence-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1222-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.76618%2C11.25449&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=71acLdNhZelNRbVuCxR3chxbd7M=) Firenze, Toscana ### What's nearby - ![Ponte Vecchio which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/67189072-9377-4114-81b7-8ffaa6705976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ponte Vecchio 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Uffizi Gallery in Florence in Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075462/638682df-5d23-4089-83af-be7850616ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Uffizi Gallery 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Arcetri showing heritage architecture, a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501034/d6ab4aae-2c02-4824-b3dd-a7370ffc8eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palazzo Vecchio 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Piazza della Signoria featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508341/3cacf52e-4a22-482f-a8a5-1899ef71fd87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Piazza della Signoria 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Palace of Pitty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501032/87fb1aa9-7599-448f-bf65-8465be0ad7d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pitti Palace 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) 18 min walk - Unità Tram Stop 18 min walk - Peretola Airport (FLR) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - Caffé Maioli 5 min walk - Caffe delle Carrozze | Gelateria Artigianale 7 min walk - Signorvino Firenze 6 min walk - Palazzo Tempi Wine Bar 5 min walk - Ristorante Santa Felicita 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a ? ### What time is check-out at Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a ? ### Where is Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Michelangelo's retreat, a small residence on the ground floor of a Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### joacim c. 16 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Loved the place. ##### joacim c. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Janet H. 4 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Unbearable Mold and dampness-bedroom subterranean On January 17, 2025, we found the bathroom was full of mold, we used bleach to clean the shower and around sink and bought a fan to run to try to prevent more from forming. The kitchen also had black mold. We did not notice this at check in as the host sent her son who did not show us anything and had a difficult time responding to our questions. The bedroom and bathroom are subterranean and you have to go down scary steps to these rooms, very uncomfortable, smelled moldy and not in the VRBO description. The front door opens to the noisy street, very scary when returning after dark as it is a remote alley street. We tried to explain all this to the host and we tried to make the apartment work. Our granddaughter is staying there and is studying abroad. She is allergic to mold and was sick from the start. She visited a pharmacy to get medications and mostly she traveled so she did not have to stay there. We even bought a dehumidifier to run which did help some with dampness. There is no closet for clothes, the furniture is very old and it the place needs updating bad.We let the landlord know we found a new apartment in Florence and she moved out early on Feb 24\. We had prepaid through May 10\. We asked for any reimbursement from the landlord and was told she would try to reimburse 1000 and then again in April see if the place had rented to reimburse additional. She said we had to just trust which we did as she has been trying to be understanding.When we looked at the apartmen ##### Janet H. Stayed 38 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stéphanie C. 12 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sous sol Bel appartement pratique et original, très bien placé. Malheureusement très sombre pour la pièce principale, en sous sol pour la chambre, salle de bain très humide, pas de lumière naturelle. Aération en ouvrant la fenêtre sur rue qui est très bruyante. ##### Stéphanie C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne S. 2 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très bien situé au coeur de la ville, acceuil chaleureux. Facilité pour un court séjour Accès aux lieux les plus intéressants de Florence ##### Anne S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karolina L. 10 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekt ställe Jag och min dotter stannade i 4 nätter. Vi var supernöjda. Lägenheten ligger väldigt centralt, men på en lugn gata. Det är en liten studiolägenhet med vardsgsrum och kök på entréplan och sovrumvoch badrum i källaren. Lägenheten är ren och väldigt dekorativt och smakfullt inredd med antika möbler. Det är omsorg om detaljerna. Det finns extra handdukar och lakan. Det fanns vatten och mjölk i kylen. Ägaren bjöd på en flaska prosecco och det fanns en stor flaska med egengjord, ekologisk olivolja som smakade fantastiskt. Detta är absolut en av de bästa lägenheter jag bott i. En dag råkade vi låsa ute oss själva med nyckeln kvar inne i lägenheten. Ägaren hjälpte oss snabbt att lösa problemet och städerskan kunde komma och öppna för oss. Jag har bott på andra ställen i Florens, men denna lägenhet kommer jag absolut återvända till. Tack! ##### Karolina L. 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