Housed in a historic 19th-century villa, everything about this bed-and-breakfast evokes old-world splendor. An ivy- and tree-lined courtyard, antique furniture, marble floors, high ceilings, and classical paintings in the lobby and breakfast room, add to the villa's romantic ambience. As it's tucked away from the crowds of central Florence, it attracts couples and other tourists who want a quiet Tuscan-style getaway within easy access of the city's attractions.

The Relais Villa Antea is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood north of the city center. Two historic public gardens are within a few blocks of the bed-and-breakfast, and there are plenty of bakeries, cafes, and shops in the area. However, most of Florence’s major historic sights involve a bit of a walk. The Accademia Gallery, the Central Market, and Fortezza de Basso Conference Center are 15 minutes away on foot, while a 20-minute walk leads to the Duomo. The Uffizi Gallery and the Arno River can take half an hour to reach. Several public bus lines stop nearby and make trips to Florence’s historic center in about 10 minutes. Santa Maria Novella Train Station can be reached in 10 minutes by car, and a taxi to Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci International Airport takes about 15 minutes (45 minutes by public bus). 

Guest rooms are large, with elegant decor that matches the grand furnishings in the rest of the hotel. Rooms have green satin curtains and fringed valances, hardwood floors, antique furniture, and historic etchings of Florence on the walls. All rooms have king-size beds (or twins upon request), small desks, safes, and dressing areas, while Executive Rooms have bureaus and upholstered lounge chairs. Slippers, safes, and individually controlled air-conditioning and heat come standard, but the flat-screen TVs are small. All rooms have huge en-suite bathrooms with enormous walk-in showers and contemporary fixtures, though some of the marble tiles are cracked. Executive Rooms have separate bathtubs.

Breakfast is included with every booking and includes eggs made to order, Italian pastries, meats, and cheeses. Guests with special dietary requirements can request special meals ahead of time at no extra charge. The breakfast room is furnished in the same old-fashioned style as the rest of the villa, and guests can take the morning meal on a small balcony when the weather is nice, or in their rooms. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the villa and there are free bicycles for guests to borrow. The front desk can book excursions, sightseeing tours, and cooking classes, but it is not staffed 24 hours a day, and there are fees for late check-ins. Pets are allowed with advanced notice and parking is available on-site.