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Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area

Apartment with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Uffizi Gallery

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Dining and sofa bed for 2 people
Room
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
  • Place, Uffizi Gallery
  • Place, Piazza della Signoria
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

master bed

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area

Very Nice and central apartment in the heart of Florence. Few steps from the famous Ponte Vecchio on the Arno river and all the main monuments of the city, like Pitti Palace and Uffizi Gallery.
The airconditioned house is located on the 2nd floor (50 stairs) of a 5-storey building. A spacious bedroom with bathroom, a small and charming kitchen overlooking a bright living area, where there is a comfortable sofa bed. Ideal for a couple or for a family with one or two children. CIR 048017LTN0474. Check-in is from 3 pm to 6 pm.
City tax to be paid at check in: it amounts to 6 euros per night per person (up to 7 nights)

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave within 10 am Wash dishes Bundles dirty sheets and towels on the floor Turn off lights, aircon, heat Close windows Put trash into bins in the street Leave two sets of keys in the apt Shut door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Check in time is from 15 to 18. For late check in, there is an additional fee of 20 euros until 20.00 and 35 euros until 22.00. Check out at 10 am
Service to allow guests to leave luggage in the aprtment before the check in or after the check out, it costs 10 euros to be paid in cash

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT048017C28BPC2RXK

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Florence

Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, is home to this apartment. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nelson Mandela Forum or Coverciano. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Florence, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Ponte Vecchio - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palazzo Vecchio - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 18 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffé Maioli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Signorvino Firenze - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Palazzo Tempi Wine Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Santa Felicita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kaffehaus - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gemma: Convenient & Quiet in Ponte Vecchio area located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Arno River, Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio. Pitti Palace and Piazza della Signoria are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 20 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Vanni was a really great host! The apartment was in a convenient location, safe, clean, and just as the description shows. We really enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay excellent apartment

Lovely apartment great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brienna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First- the location is great. As others have said, it is up a little hill and there are definitely stairs. Once your luggage is up, it’s not bad. Most of Italy is a lot of stairs so you get used to it. The unit itself is nice and clean. My only complaint would be the bed/ pillow situation. We weren’t expecting anything luxurious but the mattress us very thin and one of the pillows was so clumpy as if it was thrown in the washer and all the stuffing balled up. If the mattress were updated, it would’ve been 5 stars! Thanks Vanni!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Semester abroad

Incredible place to unwind and decompress before heading back to the states, especially after spending 4 months with 12 students in a cramped apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Vanni was the perfect host and took time to check we were both ok during our stay. The apartment is very central, only a couple of minutes walk from Ponte Vechio
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, cozy apt with great location

We stayed here for 8 days and enjoyed every minute. If you're looking for a place in Florence close to all of the main sights, look no further and book the Gemma apt! Vanni was responsive and very helpful, even when he wasn't available to meet us in person at the apt for check-in we had no problem getting in and out. All of the key sights of Florence are within walking distance. As other reviews note -- the apt is on a steep hill with several flights of steep stairs leading up to it. It takes some effort to climb home every day so perhaps not ideal for guests with more limited mobility.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Communication, location
Cute apartment just south of the main bridge is the nicest thing I can say about it. The building is up a steep hill and the unit is further high up a narrow staircase, this is not for the weak or those with limited mobility. Your reward for this trek? The most uncomfortable and dated mattresses available in Italy. I cannot overstate just how brutal these amenities were - it felt like I was sleeping on a palette of wood. The pillows arent much better. The sofa bed is a mild improvement but has seen better days. After a sleepless night I decided to move accomodations and was better off for it. After working with the host to change the reservation dates and navigate a partial refund I received less than the agreed amount. You have been warned.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment, great location

Vanni was a great, communicative host. Check in was easy. We loved the location - walking distance to everything, and on a quieter part of the city. Having the washing machine was a lovely perk as we had already done some travelling in other cities. About 20 minute walk to the Accademia Gallery, Piazzele Michaelangelo, just a few minute walk to Ponte Vecchio. A great grocery store and gelatos shop just down the street. Thank you Vanni!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jaime B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The basics

Due to travel complications we were only able to stay 1 of our 4 nights booked at the property. The locations was great and close to many of the historical sites. The apartment itself was extremely basic and dated, especially the bed which had no extra sheets and was a bit stiff. The apartment was mostly clean but we noticed some cobwebs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Location but Challenging for Anyone with Mobility Issues

The apartment was in an excellent location to walk to many of the sites in Florence. It would be a challenge for anyone with mobility issues, as there is a relatively steep hill that needs to be climbed to get to the main door of building and then 3 flights of fairly steep stairs to get to the apartment. Vanni advised us to take a cab to the apartment so that we wouldn't have to drag our suitcases up this hill. There is a mosquito problem as well. If you open the windows that don't have screens, it lets in mosquitos that seem to congregate in the sleeping area. Vanni did warn us of that, and provided us with some plug in mosquito repellent (this worked if you don't mind breathing in the chemicals used to repeal the mosquitos while you are sleeping). The washing machine is a nice addition, however, our clothes didn't dry on the drying rack provided as it had rained and the air was humid.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place in a great location, and the owner helped out when the wifi router went down. I would give a much stronger review if they updated/refreshed their pillows (basically lumpy concrete), mattress (has clearly never been rotated), and electronics (surge protectirs are several decades old, hence issues with the wifi going out).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming location within walking distance to points of interest.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the property for 3 nights and it was perfect for what we were looking for; close enough to sights but far enough away to not be right in the city center. Vanni was super easy to communicate with via WhatsApp. If you can’t do stairs then this apartment is not for you. The apartment is up a small hill and about 45 steps between 2 narrow stair cases. With heavy luggage it’s a challenge but if your up to it then this apartment is in a perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susanne G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Gute Lage

Die Ausstattung ist einfacher als erwartet
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence by Ponte Vecchio

Check-in extraordinaire , le propriétaire s'est déplacé pour nous accueillir et vérifier que tout fonctionnait.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelika D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caleb L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence Experience

Our stay in Gemma overall was a very good experience. We were very close to Ponte Vechio which allowed us to be within walking distance of almost everything Florence has to offer! We had a couple of issues with the VRBO, nothing major. There were mosquitoes in the armoires and I would wake up with new bug bites every morning. Additionally, some of the dishes were dirty, but this was not a huge deal for us. Overall we enjoyed our stay, just a couple of things I wanted to share so the owner can make sure the next person’s experience is even better!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visite Florence

Architecture et richesses artistiques incroyables.Douceur de vivre et gentillesse des habitants.Magnifique séjour.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence

Great location, clean and perfect for the 2 of us!Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in local area

My husband and I were overwhelmed with the lovely home & location of the apartment. The host was welcoming, and everything was clean. Walking distance to all the major sights in Florence. Would absolutely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florence was fabulous!! We loved all the history, beauty and charm. It didn’t disappoint!

We loved our apt. It was spacious enough for two and offered all the amenities we needed. Vanni, our host was very helpful, pleasant and gracious. We would book this apt. again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very close to ponte vecchio, yet in a very quiet area. Walking distance to SMN train station, main sites in centro storico, lots of restaurants, etc. Vanni was easy to communicate with, accommodating and quick to respond. Property as described. Washing machine was a big plus for us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very nice place and location

ditto
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment

Nice layout. Clean. Very helpful host. We walked from the train station to the apartment and if we had a “do over” we would take a taxi. We are late 60’s and there are 50 stairs (which we knew in advance) from the street to the apartment. Host assisted in getting luggage from street to the apartment. After that, the stairs were not an issue. We did take a taxi back to the train station. Location was great- easy to walk everywhere. We would stay here again. The only thing we would change is the mattress, which really should be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Loved my time in Florence and at this location. Very clean and safe location. Easy to walk to and from. Vanni was very easy to connect with and helpful. I loved everything about the apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by vanni Monsacchi

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I'm florentine and I've always lived in my city. I'm in charge of property management and I like my job which mainly takes place in the historic center of Florence. I like acting theathre and play sport even if the time is less now with two children. Hope to host you in Florence soon.

Languages:

English, Italian

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