DUOMO - luxury apartment in the historic centre of Pistoia
Property Type: apartment, ancient 12th century "Palazzo",105 m²
Highlights: elevator,air cond,very bright,view,completely renewed
Location: in the heart of the historical city center
Ideal for: romantic getaway,family vacation, business travels
Sleeps: 2+1 from € 140 /daily
Description:
Duomo apartment offers in an original and creative manner, a special stay
in the historical centre of the city of Pistoia,
city full of art and just a few kilometres away from the Tuscan cultural centres of Florence,
Pisa, and Lucca, close in location to the Tyrrhenian coast.
Pistoia's a city rich in history and art of great quality, containing
within it notable examples of the romantic style.
One can stay in the old medieval palaces of the historic city centre taking
in the antique atmosphere, while immersed in the comfort and tranquillity of an
apartment.
Imagine living in a 12th-century home that looks stuck in time, yet offers
every comfort that the modern age has invented; the oldest part of our
‘Palazzo’ dates back the 12th century.
We’ve recently completed a through and careful restoration of the building,
returning the mansion to all its former glory.
This elegant apartment lies inside a prestigious 12th century "Palazzo"
and is a splendid example of a rich and innovative restoration with elegant
architecture and style. It is on the
second floor (with elevator) of this historic building and the apartment
overlooks a beautiful square. The large square is near the central commercial
streets full of old fashioned stores and there are plenty of restaurants, cafès
and wine bars nearby.
The apartment has high ceilings and several large windows which give the
apartment a light and
airy feeling there is also, parquet flooring, central heating , air
conditioning and is very tastefully furnished.
Comfortable, light, airy, scrupulously clean, the apartment is fully
equipped and includes:
a superb kitchen,
a very large living room with
dining area for 6 people and seating area for 6 people
one bedroom (kingsize bed),
one studio/library with a single
bed,
two bathrooms (one with shower,
one with hot-tube)
This prestigious apartment is functional, practical and well connected to
public transport.
It is an ideal stay for a romantic getaway, a family vacation or a relaxing
break in a typical tuscan town.
All the services are close by restaurants, bars, shops, buses and train
station.
The train and bus links from Pistoia make it a fantastic base from which to
explore other parts of northern Tuscany. The train-line runs west to the coast
with stops at the chic spa town of Montecatini
Terme, (10 minutes away), and on to; Lucca,
Pisa and Viareggio.
Florence to the east is less
than 30 minutes away and many "Pistoiesi"commute there to study at
the University or work in the city.
The ski resort of Abetone lies
to the north of Pistoia only 45 minutes away.
If you take the time to search out this hidden jewel in Tuscany's crown you
will not be disappointed. And if you truly want to sample Italian life the
Tuscan way then a visit to Pistoia is a must.
Stay with us for a a romantic getaway, a family vacation or down time after
a stressfull day at work.
We await for your arrival at Duomo Apartment in Pistoia!
Locality Description:
Set under the Appenine mountains, Pistoia
is a tourist mixture of history, art, folk traditions, monuments, nature and
gastronomic specialities.
Surrounded by beautiful countryside of hills Pistoia has many monuments to visit.
Pistoia is home to buildings and churches from several art periods and the
most beautiful of Pisano's pulpits, whose extremely accurate and realistic
bas-reliefs anticipated the perfection of the Renaissance statues.
Duomo apartment is located in the historical centre of Pistoia, a few steps
away from the Longobard Piazza della Sala, today home of the most colourful
fruit and flower markets and the impressive Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral
square), where it is possible to admire buildings which symbolize civil and
religious power in the city: the 13th century Palazzo Comunale, Palazzo
Pretorio, the Romanic cathedral with its silver alter dedicated to the patron
saint of the city, St. Jacopo, the baptistery and the ancient Palazzo dei
Vescovi, today home of the Museo Capitolare and Museo Archeologico.
Few kilometres away you will find the artistic treasures and monuments of Florence, Siena and Pisa; for
those that wish to visit the Tuscan
countryside, we guarantee love at first sight, and a pleasant stay immersed
in nature and culture where there are limitless possibilities to occupy your
free time...
Excursions include discovering historical villages, visiting cities rich in
art and history, enjoying thermal spas such as Montecatini Terme and Monsumano
Terme with their beauty centres and beauty farms.
Tuscany is also a region full of lush, green golf
courses located only 40 minutes by car from our residence. Three 18 holes golf courses in the vicinity are open all year
round.
Nearby these Tuscany vacation rental you will find a number of sporting
clubs with tennis courts, a thermal spa and pool, horse riding stables and golf
courses.
People interested in nightlife; will not remain disappointed because in the
surroundings theatres, discotheques, cinema and night clubs can be found.
There are many wine tours in the sourrounding area, beyond that in Chiantishire, interesting for wine fans and many wine
cellars are opened for the tastings.
We will be however always to your disposition in order to inform to you on
the events of greater relief that will be kept in the period of your stay.
Accomodation and facilities:
| Property Type : | apartment |
| Floor Area : | 105 m² (1 sq m aprox. = 10 sq ft) |
| Accommodation Type : | self catering |
| Location Type : | city center |
| Theme : | romantic, family, historic & cultural |
| General: | elevator, air-conditioning, heating, linen & towels provided, washing machine |
| Kitchen : | 4 ring stove, dish washer, freezer, fridge, oven, microwave |
| Living Room : | living area seating for 6 people - 2 sofas (1 sofa bed) |
| Dining : | dining room, seating for 6 people |
| Bathrooms : | 2 bathrooms: Bathroom 1 - with bathtube Bathroom 2 - with shower |
| Bedrooms : | 2 camere per un massimo di 4 persone camera 1 - 1 letto matrimoniale camera 2 - 1 letto singolo Sala - 1 divano letto |
| Entertainment : | audio tape player, cd, DVD, radio, stereo system, tv, video player |
| Local Activities : | golf, biking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, swimming, tennis, walking |
| Suitability : | romantic holidays, family and children, cultural vacations, long term renters welcome, suitable for elderly, pets not allowed, no-smoking only |
| Outside : | car is not necessary, from the house you could easily walk to the trains and buses stations |
| Notes : | The rental price includes: utilities (gas, eletricity, water, heating cost, air-conditioning) The rental price does not include: final cleaning € 70 Changeover day: flexible The minimum period of rental is 3 nights |
Prices:
Arrivals: after 2.30 pm - Departures: within 10.30 am
Changeover day: flexible
Minimum period of rental is 4 nights
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Season
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From | To | Daily (€) | Weekly (€) | |
| year round | january the 1st | december the 31th | 140 | 930 |
Rental Rates:
Rates include:
the apartment rental and utilities (gas,electricity,water,heating cost, air-conditioned)
Rates exclude:
Final cleaning (70 Euro)
Term and conditions:
minimum period of rental is 4 nights. Check in from 2.30 pm - Check out within 10.30 am
Booking:
It is possible booking your holiday upon availability request via e-mail at info@italytuscanyrentals.com; our booking staff will give you immediate reply.
Once we'll confirmed the availability a 30% of the total amount will be requested as booking reservation; after we'll send you,via e-mail , a booking confirmation.
The settlement will have to be transfered within 30 days before the arrival date.
We accept Bank Transfer payments or online payments (PayPal system).
Payment options:
swift money transfer or payment on line.
A 30% of the rental fee is request at time of booking, the balance will have to be transfered within 30 days before the arrival date
Cancellation policy:
Cancellations from the booking date to 60° day before the arrival : penality of 30 % on the total rental amount.
Cancellations from 59° to 30° day before the arrival date: penality of 50% of the total rental amount.
Cancellations from 29° day to the arrival : penalty of 100% of the total rental amount
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