Mars & Venus

With views of the narrow Tuscan streets below, this sleek home’s interior is as pretty as the renaissance art the region is known for. Warm wood and shades of green sit in sharp contrast with the black of the kitchenette, and pop against the white that dominates most of the rest of the space. It’s modern and efficient, and for dreamers, the mezzanines will feel like creative hideaways in which to really flex the artistic muscle.

With the space to lounge, read, eat, debate over art, drink cup after cup of coffee, or sit in quiet contemplation as the breeze blows in from the wide-open windows, you might not want to venture out, but there’s a whole city waiting to be discovered. Start with the sights, galleries, and museums – Cappella Brancacci, Uffizi Gallery, Salvatore Ferragamo Museum, and more – before circling back for a dinner at Gustapizza, Gurdulù Gastronomia, or any one of the places within five minutes’ from the home, and end the night with a stroll through Boboli gardens.

Home truths:
*Hen and stag parties are not allowed at this home *You'll have your own private entrance here *Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace *We think the kitchen is better suited to lighter bites than large meals *This home is in a central spot, so noise is to be expected