Extreme Motor III

It may be ensconced in the shambling, medieval Old Town of Bologna, but this flash studio apartment is the opposite of old-fashioned. First, there are the bright yellow racing stripes behind the big bed. Then, there’s the canary-yellow kitchen sitting against a coal-black canvas. A huddle of yukka plants adds a bit of greenery too.

Stepping outside the building, you’re immediately in a medieval world of ancient, porticoed streets where cafés and restaurants spill out onto the covered pavements. Stroll through this labyrinth of rose-coloured buildings to Piazza Maggiore, Bologna’s main square a seven-minute walk away. If you’re not sampling the local, freshly-made tortelloni in family-run restaurants or sipping neon-bright spritz at aperitivo, perhaps load up on the fresh, local market produce for a feast at home.

Home truths:
*There is no parking with this apartment but you're in the heart of Bologna where traffic is controlled and everything is walkable
*The kitchen has a four-ring hob and microwave, but not a full oven
*This home is in a building of other holiday apartments
*This is a studio apartment so space is at a premium
*Given the home's central spot, expect to hear some noise throughout your stay