Experience an authentic slice of Florentine life at the captivating Raffaello. Boasting pretty courtyard views and sumptuous accommodation for four guests, this elegant apartment places cultural and culinary delights at your fingertips. Head south toward the River Arno to find the city’s top attractions or drive north through Fiesole to enter the rolling Tuscan countryside.

Raffaello sits in the Le Cure neighbourhood which, as a residential area, offers the coveted native Florentine experience. Find trattorias serving local favourites like panzanella and baccalà alla Fiorentina – a herb and garlic infused, salt cod stew, and relish the hustle and bustle of the morning market in the Piazza delle Cure, where you can buy excellent olive oil and vibrant fresh produce. If you’re yearning to soak up the work of the masters, Le Cure is home to prestigious Renaissance artwork at the Museum of San Marco while the Uffizi Gallery and the Gallery of the Accademia of Florence (home to Michelangelo's David) are just a short drive south.

Raffaello perfectly captures the ambience of historic Florence, with ornate frescoes, Renaissance oil paintings, and neoclassical style furniture to complete the aesthetic. Natural light pours onto the cosy seating area in the grand living space, creating the most magical spot to enjoy the city’s golden hour with a glass of wine. Rustle up supper in the handsome forest green kitchen then feast beneath the glamorous dome chandelier, discussing whether to fetch fig or ricotta gelato from the local store for dessert.

The apartment offers two serene bedrooms, each with a comfortable king-size bed, dressed in crisp white linens. The primary bedroom impresses with a four-poster and a lovely fleur-de-lis mosaic floor, while the second bedroom benefits from a neat work desk. Each bedroom has a beautifully styled, contemporary ensuite, each with a spacious walk-in waterfall shower and freestanding marble tub in the primary’s bathroom.

There is no better way to end your day than sipping a nightcap out on the apartment's dreamy, furnished terrace, watching the sun sink beneath the colourful rooftops. Raffaello offers that rare blend of a peaceful location and ease of access to both the city and the Tuscan hills to the north, for an unforgettable Florentine adventure.