When we came across this quaint apartment, we did a double-take. While it may be a bit old-school in style, it has lots of charm for a city stay. Set on the third floor, with a private balcony overlooking the rooftops of Florence, there's no lack of character here – that being said, it may feel a little dated in parts. And, while the bedrooms are semi-open, limiting privacy, its location in the historic district makes it a good choice for those keen to be close to the action.

Home truths:
*The traditional decor here might not be to everyone's taste. It feels a little dated in parts.
*The single and double bedrooms are on the mezzanine level and semi-open to the space below, so privacy is limited.
*Although the fireplace makes a great decorative feature, it's currently not in use.
*At full occupancy, one guest will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area.
*There's no lift here. You'll need to be able to climb three flights of stairs to reach the entrance of the home.