LA LIMONAIA - CASA RABATTI 1823 - THE GARDEN IN THE HEART OF FLORENCE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Is LA LIMONAIA - CASA RABATTI 1823 - THE GARDEN IN THE HEART OF FLORENCE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is LA LIMONAIA - CASA RABATTI 1823 - THE GARDEN IN THE HEART OF FLORENCE located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Central Market and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Fortezza da Basso are also within 15 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and Fortezza Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH R.

1 June 2025

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Our stay in La Limonaia garden apartment Florence

We had a lovely stay in the La Limonaia garden apartment. The property managers were very friendly and very helpful and always happy to answer queries. The apartment was very well equipped and very clean. It was in a good location and very secure. The garden was a lovely safe and quiet haven to relax in. We loved our stay there.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George S.

13 June 2025

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Special Retreat in Florence

Sergio was there to accommodate and meet us much earlier than planned due to train issues. He quickly helped us get situated with local grocery and restaurant options. It is in a bustling area and yet had peaceful solitude we needed after long fun filled days in Florence and nearby excursions. It felt like a home and had all the amenities we needed to keep us ready for our active schedule. So pleased we stayed with them in Florence.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

1 June 2024

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Great spot in Florence

Sergio and his wife were great hosts. Apartment was as described and very comfortable. Great location in the city of the beaten tourist path but only, a 4 minute walk to the Central Market

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

5 May 2025

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Amazing Accommodations!!

We had an outstanding experience from beginning to end! Sergio responded timely to all of our questions prior to our visit, and the check in/check out process was very efficient. He met us as soon as we arrived, and the unit was clean, it was consistent with what was presented, and it was perfect for us! The unit was within walking distance of everything that we wanted to see in Florence for the month that we stayed! And, we highly recommend this unit to future guests! Thanks again, Sergio!

Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi G.

25 Sept 2023

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Fantastic stay in Florence

We stayed for 4 nights and couldn't be happier with our choice. The location is perfect, close to everything, but tucked away in a courtyard and so peaceful. The apartment is sparking clean, comfortable and just a lovely place to stay. Our host were always available to answer any questions and so nice and caring. It is a beautiful oasis centrally located in Florence. Thank you for providing such a lovely apartment for our visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth d.

29 Sept 2023

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Garden Courtyard

This property is in fact a little house, set inside a lovely courtyard. The bedroom is upstairs in a loft. The decor is charming. The owners are so friendly and helpful. The location is quiet and private, yet just a few blocks away from the Mercato Centrale and all the nearby trattorias. I will definitely return and recommend this place to others.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

11 Oct 2023

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Trip to Florence

My husband and I spent 4 days in Florence in September. Serge was the best host. He greeted us and took us for a tour of the property. The room was very clean and spacious. The terrace was a lovely added bonus. The location of the property was perfect. Serge was the best host and we really enjoyed our time in Florence. I highly recommend booking this space for your visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

14 June 2024

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Best hosts in all of Florence, hands down!

Sergio and his wife are absolutely wonderful! They welcomed us with open arms to Florence and made our stay so comfortable. Anything we needed they were available and provided quickly. The garden is an absolute oasis and is beautiful. They let us use the lemons and herbs from the garden to make drinks or cook with. The apartment is very simple with few decorations but is everything you need for a stay in a great location in Florence. We hope to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

joline b.

28 June 2024

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Best of My Bucket List

There is not enough room for me to express how very happy I was with my stay at Casa Rabatti! First, the accommodations were simply beautiful. I actually used the kitchen to cook a couple of meals for myself and found everything I needed! Second, the apartment is located in a perfect area to walk everywhere. And finally, the hosts, Sergio and Patrizia, are so warm and friendly, and I must say that I find myself missing them now that I am home. They are beautiful, kind people. If you want a comfortable, cozy place to stay, this is the place for you. In fact, I would love to have these wonderful people visit me here in the United States as MY guests!!!!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

14 May 2024

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Wonderful Florence Apartment

La Limonaia is a renovated outbuilding in a Florence courtyard. (A Limonaia is a building for housing lemon trees through the winter.) It is beautifully designed, with a small full kitchen, comfortable bathroom, and spacious loft bedroom. The utilities (hot water, heat, A/C) were great. There is a covered seating area in the courtyard that is very pleasant, even in cooler weather. The hosts, Sergio and Patrizia, are attentive, helpful, relaxed, and very friendly. The apartment is in easy walking distance of all major cultural sites. It's two blocks north of the Mercato Centrale and there are easily 3 good supermarkets within 4 blocks. Restaurants, bars, tobacconists, etc. are all easy to find. We stayed eight weeks and it was wonderful.

Stayed 54 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oi Yee

2 Aug 2024

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Patricia and Sergio are very kind. It's a sanctuary in the heart of the extremely busy, touristy, and sometimes overwhelming city center. Every time I walked in the door, I felt a sense of security and safety. The garden is wonderful, with a lemon tree right outside the door. It brings pure joy every day. I appreciate the fact that Patricia made sure that I had enough clean towels, which is very important in summer! Also it’s a blessing to have the air con in the room!!! Summer in Florence is hot!!! I stayed for a month, and by the time I left, i didn’t keep everything as clean as when I first arrived. If the hosts don't mind me staying again, I would definitely come back. Thank you so much for making my time in Firenze so comfortable and wonderful

Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Kitty O.

22 Sept 2017

Lovely space in the heart of Florence and close to everything you want to see. We highly recommend

Outstanding!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

26 Aug 2018

Beautiful patio in a quiet neighborhood

Perfect calm and quiet apartment off the beaten path in Florence. Sergio and Marcella were wonderful hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

13 Oct 2025

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We were guests at La Limonaia for 4 weeks, and found it to be the perfect spot for our stay. The apartment was spotless, and clean linens were provided each week. The location was ideal. We were just blocks away from the more touristy area of the city, so walking everywhere was easy, but the way the apartment is nestled within the city block it was very peaceful. The courtyard garden was a perfect respite for us after busy days. We took many day trips during our stay and both train station and bus stop were an easy walk. Sergio and Patricia were helpful with suggestions for events and places to explore we otherwise would have missed. We did some cooking and found everything we needed was provided. It is no surprise to us that they have such high reviews, after staying for a month we agree with them! This was the perfect place for us to call "home" during our time in Florence, and hopefully one day we'll be back!

Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

13 June 2023

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Just Wonderfull

Marvellous hosts in a place full of charm and a location hard to beat . Thank you for your kindness Patricia and Sergio. P & F

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

liz C., -

6 June 2019

A hidden oasis

I LOVED staying here, away from the crowd of Florence yet close enough — only a 7-10 minute ( fun) walk from the Duomo. Sergio, Patricia and Marcella ( husband wife and mother) were so very kind and helpful and let me practice my very bad Italian with them. I would highly recommend this place. Getting away from the crowd is key!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Analisa A.

17 Apr 2023

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A wonderful find in Florence

I booked this property (La Limonaia at Casa Rabatti) as a gift to my brother for his recent first-time stay in Florence. We couldn't have made a better choice! Sergio & his wife were wonderful hosts. Communication was prompt and clear, even when we had to make some last-minute adjustments (our fault, not theirs) and they were very accommodating of my brother's earlier arrival. The place was immaculate, comfortable and very conveniently located, close to the train station and many of Florence's major landmarks and tourist destinations. My brother says he would give it a 5+ rating if he could. Mille grazie, Sergio! I look forward to staying at La Limonaia myself the next time I am in Florence!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 June 2023

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Lovely apartment in great neighborhood

My husband and I stayed La Limonaia for the entire month of May, 2023. Sergio was very easy to communicate with during the process. We found the property in pristine condition. It was extremely clean, comfortable and beautifully appointed. The neighborhood was close to the train station as well as all the historical areas and the central market which was great to shop for groceries at. Since we were there for so long, we appreciated the fresh sheets and linens that were made available during our stay. The outside private garden and patio was a bonus to use. We also had the great opportunity to meet Sergio’s wife Patricia who was a charming as could be. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for an excellent apartment in Florence. It was truly fantastic.

Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

21 July 2023

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The most wonderful stay

My husband and I stayed at Casa Rabatti with our two children for a month. La Limonaia apartment was perfect for us. The property and especially the garden was beautiful and peaceful. We had everything we needed and more for a long stay. The location of the apartment is great, in the city center close to the Central Market and Duomo Plaza as well as the train station. We were able to walk with a stroller and our 6 year old everywhere. Sergio was the best host and had great communication even before our trip started. He welcomed us late at night after our flights were delayed and was available for anything that came up during the stay. His wife Patricia is just the nicest and kindest person. She was so kind and generous with our kids and I really enjoyed my conversations with her. What lovely people they both are. My husband and I are extremely happy with our stay and hope to see Sergio and Patricia in the future.

Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H., Madison, Indiana, US

9 July 2022

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Wonderful getaway loft apartment

My daughter and I stayed here at the La Limonaia for 9 days recently. It was a superb loft apartment with a beautiful courtyard that had lemon, olive, persimmon trees with other herbs and flora and a beautiful fountain. After full days of touring in and around Florence, it was a peaceful location to retreat to. Even despite the location being near a busy street, you cannot hear those outside sounds. The apartment was very secure and so quiet, and after long days of walking around the busy city, it was nice to return to a place where we did not have to climb a lot of stairs. Our apartment came with an outdoor table and chairs to sit outside, washing machine, great kitchen, very nice bathroom, and air conditioning. There was just the two of us, but the apartment can sleep 4. The whole building was exquisitely finished and has great design. Sergio was very attentive to what we needed and was just a joy to get to meet. Very easy to check in and check out. Even having seen all around Florence now on our first visit there, when we return, we will want to stay here again and no where else.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

NIKOLAOS K.

29 June 2025

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Άνετο σπίτι με αυλή

Όλα ήταν πολύ όμορφα. Το σπίτι ήταν ισόγειο με εσωτερική αυλή. Ήταν ήσυχο, καθαρό και ωραία επιπλωμένο. Οι ιδιοκτήτες πολύ ευγενικοί! Το προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre D., Montréal

26 Apr 2023

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Un havre de paix

De belles attentions, un jardin merveilleux, nous avons adoré notre séjour!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

2 Jan 2023

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Nouvel an à Florence

Excellente expérience, l’appartement est très agréable et parfaitement situé, proche du centre (5 min à pied) mais très tranquille et un peu en retrait de l’agitation trop touristique du quartier du Duomo. Il est très confortable et récemment rénové, d’une propreté irréprochable et bien équipé. De plus l’hôte des lieux est très sympathique et serviable. A recommander !

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

16 Sept 2022

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Florence for six

The place was a great location to relax after long days of touring Florence. The outdoor patio was a quiet oasis to relax and sip a glass of wine. We will be going back next time we visit Florence.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jill d.

16 Sept 2022

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Beautiful!

Thank you Sergio for a wonderful stay! This is a beautiful small apartment with everything we needed. It is a fabulous location close to the train, bus stop and many restaurants and shops. The garden is a beautiful spot to begin or end your day!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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