The essentials The apartment is situated at a 3rd floor, served by lift, in an historical Palace (Palazzo Torfanini), located in one of the finest streets in the very city center of Bologna, 5min away from Piazza Maggiore. It is composed by a living/dining room, a kitchen, one m(hidden)edroom and a secondary bedroom, one ample bathroom and a walk-in closet. There is also a cute terrace. The apartment is completely furnished, the style is contemporary and includes design pieces. It is absolutely quiet, facing inside the building. Details Guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen and are provided with bed linens and towels. Upon arrival, I will be waiting at the apartment to explain how everything works and to hand over the keys. During your stay, I am available to address any requests or concerns. The heating is autonomous regulated and can be adjusted by a central thermostat, while both, the living and sleeping area, are equipped with air conditioning units. The ceiling of the living room and the kitchen is in wood with exposed beams. In the living room there is the dinner table for 6 persons, and the Cappellini sittings (2 armchairs and a sofa, a four people accommodation). The customized kitchen is equipped with every modern appliance such as a refrigerator/freezer, an oven, a microwave, a dishwasher and a gas hob and plenty of dishes and kitchenware. From the living room to the sleeping area there is a corridor with a large wardrobe. The m(hidden)edroom is furnished with a double bed (160 x 200 cm) an armchair, a drawer and a tv screen. Attached to the m(hidden)edroom there is a walk-in closet that includes a storage area where household cleaning and care supplies are kept. There is a second bedroom equipped with a single bed and a sofa. It could be substituted with a double sofa bed. The bathroom includes elegant tiles and a large customized shower cabin. The apartment also includes a washing machine, located in the bathroom. Facilities: - Air conditioning - ADSL Internet with Wi-Fi included in the price - Clothes rack, iron and ironing board - Hot water provided with boiler. The rental price includes the initial and the final cleaning, the rent, the condominium expenses, Italian taxes (television and garbage), WiFi internet. Gas and electricity are paid on the billed consumption. Pets: Pets could be allowed but the matter must be discussed, main issue is do not generate noise disturbing the neighbours. Area: this property is located in an enviable position in the historic centre of Bologna, just a few steps from the heart of Bologna, its magnificent Piazza Maggiore. This location is great for guests who wish to explore the city on foot. Within a few minutes’ walk, guests can also reach all the most interesting monuments in the city centre, as well as the buildings that house numerous art exhibits or the most renowned restaurants. The apartment is located, in a palazzo under the tutelage of the Superintendence of Fine Arts and which was once home to aristocrats. The apartment is right next to Palazzo Ghisilardi, home of the Medieval Civic Museum of Bologna, and the Exhibition Centre of Palazzo Fava, with its Carracci Fava Literary-Café. In its immediate vicinity are points of great historical and artistic interest, such as the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts, the renowned Opera Comunale, the famous Jewish ghetto, and the Garisenda and Asinelli towers, which, like Piazza Maggiore, are less than a two-minute walk away. Via Indipendenza, the most well-known shopping street in Bologna, is about 30 m. away. The alleyways next to Piazza Maggiore, centred on Via Pescherie Vecchie, with all their food and wine shops, are also located at a very short distance. Public Transportation: Along the adjacent Via Indipendenza it is possible to take the bus to reach the train station or the fair. Parking: The apartment is located inside the ZTL and an access ticket is requested. We have the possibility to rent a parking space at the cost of 250 euro per month or 25 euro per day. For customers who stay for a short period, the Municipality allows entry by car into the center only for 3 days in the course of a month or for 4 consecutive days. Access is guaranteed by a daily ticket (€ 6). If you would like to reserve this accommodation, send me a booking request or a message and please mention your age and occupation. I look forward to meeting you...