Urban Duet

If you're a group heading to Rome, or perhaps two families travelling together, this home offers a colourful, arty alternative to run-of-the-mill apartments. With their own entrance accessed through an outer gate and a small outside space where you can sip coffee in the morning, they've been recently renovated with artistic flair.

The one-bedroom apartment sleeps up to four, thanks to a sofa bed in the lounge, and this one is mainly decked out in red and black. High ceilings and a brick-effect wall make for a bright, fun place to put your feet up at the end of the day, and we particularly love the neon sign and touches of Americana. Meanwhile, the other apartment is an ode to monochrome, with modern, designer furniture and a minimalist feel. Both have open-plan living spaces with dining tables and fully-equipped kitchens, and both have sleek, stylish bathrooms.

Just a short stroll from the nearest Metro station, it's just a couple of stops to the centre of the city, a twelve-minute walk across the bridge to Piazza del Popolo, or a half-hour walk to Vatican City.

Home truths:
*This listing is for two neighbouring apartments, rented together – one has one-bedroom and the other two
*The two units have a private entrance which is accessed through an outer gate
*With two kitchens and two living rooms, this could be ideal for groups wanting to keep some independence
*Each unit has a sofa bed in the living room, providing enough space for ten guests in total
* Paid parking is available at the garage 150m away
*The host can provide a travel cot if you're travelling with small children
*You'll have laptop-friendly workspace