The Old Ford

Unsurprisingly, we’re going to start by talking about the view. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the living space look directly out onto the River Arno and the famous Ponte Vecchio – an outstanding feat of engineering from Europe’s Middle Ages. You’re that close, you can hear the water rushing underneath the stone from your private balcony. The interiors are modest but comfortable and do well not to distract you from the fantastic vistas. Set up a traditional Italian breakfast at the dining table and watch daybreak over the water, then finish your coffee on the comfy couch as you put the finishing touches to your Florentine checklist. Take the short, ten-minute stroll across the bridge to the heart of the city where the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Bargello National Museum are an afternoon well spent. Enjoy a pit stop in the bustling Piazza della Repubblica before continuing on to the Accademia Gallery, the proud home of Michelangelo’s David.

Home truths:
*When we tested the wi-fi, it was fairly slow so heavy downloading, gaming and streaming is discouraged
*One of the bedroom windows was a bit tricky to open
*At full capacity, two people will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area
*This home is on the fourth floor with lift access
*This home is located a twenty-minute drive from Florence Airport
*There is no parking here, so we recommend leaving the car at home and exploring Florence by foot, public transport or taxi
*You won't find a welcome hamper or basic essentials here, so we'd recommend packing some bits and bobs to get you started
*The air conditioning in the bedroom is not as strong as we would like it to be