Set along the picturesque banks of the River Arno, the splendid Rivarno welcomes up to four guests into the heart of Florence. The considerable beauty of Italy’s most enchanting city is right on your doorstep, with popular landmarks, boutiques, cafés, and restaurants at every turn.

This Medieval city’s skyline is truly captivating, and many of the most striking buildings are just minutes from Rivarno. These include the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its iconic dome and stunning fresco, The Last Judgement. No visit to Florence would be complete without admiring Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze, where you can also view significant artwork by Italian masters. Elevate your sensorial experience with a creamy gelato in one of the local piazzas, then take a stroll back to the villa alongside the River Arno, past the famous Ponte Vecchio. As the sun starts to sink behind the terracotta rooftops, feast like a local – try Chianina tagliata (rare beef) or a luscious truffle risotto, for example.

Entering Rivarno is like stepping into a Renaissance masterpiece. Captivating frescos adorn the walls, and antique furniture and rich colour palettes evoke a sense of grandeur and refinement. The living room feels warm and intimate, and it flows onto an elegant dining space where you can share candlelit suppers, feasting on decadent pasta dishes whipped up in the handsome burgundy kitchen.

Rivarno’s two bedrooms face a quiet internal courtyard, ensuring guests always have a peaceful night’s sleep. Soft tones and sumptuous fabrics create a restful ambience, while each bedroom’s opulent ensuite impresses with marble accents and a spacious walk-in waterfall shower. The first bedroom offers a king-size bed, and the second can be arranged as a king-size or twin.

This beautiful third-floor waterfront villa immerses you in the magic and majesty of sun-kissed Florence. Spend your days meandering through the narrow historic streets, ducking into museums and art galleries, artisanal shops, and gelateria, before returning to all the home comforts at the sophisticated Rivarno.