Description Florence Gateway: Firenze

Wake up to arched windows framing the Tuscan hillside, and step straight out to your private garden table for a morning coffee at this Tuscan home. With its terracotta floors and exposed beams overhead, this home has a rustic character that you'll only find on the hills outside the city – though it's just a short drive (or bus) to the Boboli Gardens and the wider Oltrarno neighbourhood. With parking available, this home is also ideal as a base for exploring the prestigious Chianti wine region.

Home truths:
* At full occupancy, two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area.
* Florence's historic centre is around 5 km away. The drive takes roughly ten minutes, but if you don't have a car, there's also a local bus route.
* The bedroom's two single beds can be pushed together to make a king-size bed – let your host know in advance if you'd prefer that setup.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot for free on request.
* While there are no in-unit laundry facilities here, you will find communal washing machines on the estate.