Staying here, you get a real taste of the Florence of the past. The owner, an architect, has lovingly decorated this central apartment in the style of the Florentine Renaissance – you can look forward to tapestries, frescoes and curios in every corner. Best of all, this home faces the Duomo, with huge windows providing mesmerising views. After a day spent sightseeing and exploring the galleries and museums of Florence, standing at the open window with a glass of Chianti while listening to the hustle and bustle of the piazza below is bliss.

Home truths:
*If you need to work during your stay, there’s a laptop-friendly workspace here.
*This home is all on one level, and there’s a lift to the entrance.
*Please note that while the home is in a central spot and some street noise can be expected, the apartment has noise-proof windows.
*Your host kindly asks that you respect the building’s quiet hours from 9pm to 9am.
*While children are welcome to stay here, this home is not suitable for infants under two years old.