A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo, Sofia's Nest provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Sofia's Nest
An attic apartment located in the historic centre of Florence in a charming 13th-century building, five minutes from the Santa Maria Novella train station and just a short walk from the Duomo and the picturesque Ponte Vecchio. Il Nido di Sofia is located just 800 metres from the Santa Maria Novella train station, 1.1 km from Palazzo Strozzi, and 1.3 km from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. The apartment features a bedroom on a loft, a living room with a sofa bed, a kitchenette, and a bathroom. The apartment is on the third floor and does not have an elevator.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Stovetop
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
58 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For late check-ins after 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., the fee is 20€; from 9:00 p.m. until midnight, the check-in fee is 50€; from midnight until 3:00 a.m., the fee is 80€.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number IT048017C2ORNUM2D6
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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 information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Historic Centre of Florence, a neighborhood in Florence, is home to this apartment. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Fortezza da Basso. Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Florence travel guide
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Via Faenza and Fortezza da Basso. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 10 minutes. Fortezza Tram Stop and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
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Reviews
Sofia's Nest Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Great spot.good communication from owner, met on arrival with keys etc. well equipped place with all you need. Wifi died for a whole day while we were thee. Owner said they meant to tell us. Power went out at one stage and had to locate and trip fuses in fuse box after getting instructions from owner. Enjoyed our stay
10/10. just so homey and genuine. appreciated the warm welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Alex
May 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The check in was nice, on time (first time during our trip someone was waiting for us), everything was communicated well. Apartment is in the nice area, close to good eating places, it’s on the third floor and has a loft with a very steep stairs which we knew about. Windows do not open, it’s not loud but neither is there a fresh air. A/c indicated that it worked but it did not blow anything. Last night internet (wifi) stopped working, contacted host and while next morning it was resolved - we had no connection on the day we planned a family con call due to the birthday of one of us - which was very slow with our eSIM and ate all our data. Host contacted us next morning and wifi worked again. Otherwise nice apartment.