Those seeking out a luxury experience of Florence should check out Albizi Penthouse Luxury Apartment, an apartment listing on Tuscany Villas that combines incredible convenience due to its central location, with the charm of a historic setting, and all of the mod-cons you could dream of for your comfort due to its modern renovations. Located in a 16th-century palazzo, the Palazzo Pazzi Vitali, a building that was once the former home of a noble Florentine family, it can be found right in the heart of the city, just a couple of minutes walk away from the famous Bargello Museum and a short distance from the Piazza della Repubblica, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. For those who want to live in a little slice of Florentine history for a while and have unparalleled access to the city, it is a dream vacation rental in Florence. Sleeping up to eight people comfortably in four bedrooms with five bathrooms, Albizi Penthouse offers a seriously luxurious experience of the birthplace of the Renaissance.
The Palazzo Pazzi Vitali is a historic building deeply steeped in the heritage of the city. Formerly known as the Palazzo Pazzi dell'Accademia Colombaria, it was the seat of the Accademia Colombaria in the 18th century, an academy that held meetings in the upper part of the building, which was in the shape of a dovecote tower. The palace, however stands where there were originally buildings owned by the Infangati family and then by the Da Lautiano family. It was then purchased in 1476 by Guglielmo and Giovanni de' Pazzi of the famous Pazzi family and is located in an area of the city that eventually become occupied by a great number of members of the Pazzi family that became known as the Canto Pazzi – the impressive Palazzo Pazzi (also known as the Palazzo della Congiura or Palazzo Pazzi-Quaratesi) is still located just around the corner.
Like the Palazzo Pazzi-Quaratesi, the Palazzo Pazzi Vitali was confiscated from the Pazzi family by the ruling Medici clan after the so-called Pazzi Conspiracy failed. It was given to Gherardini della Rosa before being reclaimed by the Pazzi family around a century later, under whom it was modernised and given its current form around 1592 by renowned architect and sculptor Bartolomeo Ammannati or one of his close followers. As noted, it accommodated the Accademia Colombaria and then remained in the Pazzi family until Swiss entrepreneur Wital later acquired the building and made great refurbishments. After a period of decline at the beginning of the 19th century and various other uses, the palace was restored once more eventually came to be made into luxury apartments including the Albizi Penthouse.
Those who book a stay at Albizi Penthouse, therefore, get to surround themselves in Florentine history for the entirety of their vacation in Florence. While the apartments have been refurbished and given a luxurious modern finish, they do preserve many incredible original features of the building, including 16th-century frescoes, 4-meter ceilings, large windows, an inner courtyard, and stunning Florentine surroundings – all alongside state-of-the-art amenities. It really is the best of both worlds!
With WIFI and air conditioning throughout, the Albizi Penthouse also includes daily cleaning in the rental price, access to the lovely private terrace and courtyard, as well as access to a private gym complete with state-of-the-art Technogym machines. Access to the apartment is via private elevator for total exclusivity that brings you right up to the main entrance on floor four.
The apartment itself is composed of a well-equipped, bright, spacious, and elegant kitchen with ample counter space, a dining table, an oven and stove top, a fridge-freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Off this room is the living area with another dining space, a large sectional sofa, armchairs, a television, and large windows overlooking the Florentine streets below. This room has those high ceilings and some of the most impressive frescoes in the property. Next to this room is a smaller, cosier sitting room with a fireplace, sofa, armchairs, and lower exposed-beam ceiling.
As noted, there are four double bedrooms, all of which are en suite and are welcoming spaces with plush linens on the beds and rich carpets on the parquet floors. Each bedroom also has its own television and air-conditioning, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay and giving guests a nice balance of comfortable private areas alongside enjoyable communal areas – the perfect recipe for peace on a group trip! Pets are also welcome but if you have a large dog or multiple pets, please do get in touch and double-check with us for permission prior to booking. An additional bathroom and a separate service room with a sink, washing machine, and dryer all add to the convenience of the property.
This incredible gem is in high demand and already booked up through spring and summer 2025 but if you were thinking about a luxury escape in Florence in the new year, it is an ideal rental for a city break in January and February. Additionally, its calendar frees up again next autumn. Available from €621 per night, Albizi Penthouse is a perfect base for an off-season city break but don’t wait around! As you can see, it gets snapped up fast. Before anyone else beats you to it, book your stay at this amazing apartment and surround yourself with the fascinating history, art, and design of Renaissance Florence on your next adventure in Tuscany!
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