Gorgeous two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment; located on the 2nd floor (without lift, 60 steps) of a historic building in the city centre, in a strategic and exclusive context: a few steps from Piazza Santo Stefano and the most famous monuments of Bologna. Guests have access to a fully equipped kitchen and are provided with bed linens and towels. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting at the apartment to explain how everything works and to hand over the keys. During your stay, our staff is available to address any requests or concerns. This magnificent flat of about 90 sqm, completely renovated in February 2017, is equipped with high quality finishes, such as latest generation anti-noise windows, parquet flooring in all bedrooms, walls decorated with Venetian plaster and a romantic fireplace in the living room, as well as optical fiber WiFi. The apartment opens onto a welcoming living room where the warm nuances chosen for the coverings, the refined custom-made furniture and the colorful paintings hanging on the walls create a modern and relaxing atmosphere, ideal for unwinding after a day of work or exploration of the city. The furnishings include an elegant 3-person sofa, a small white fabric pouf and a glass table, complete with elegant seating for 4 people and dominated by an iconic design arc lamp. Just behind the part dedicated to relaxation and entertainment, the kitchen can be accessed via a sliding glass door. Fully equipped and made to measure, it is characterized by white lacquered wall units, and is equipped with a dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, toaster, electric oven, microwave and gas stove. The layout of the apartment is comfortable and clever; the sleeping area is separated from the living room by a corridor that leads to the bedrooms and to the bathrooms. The bedrooms overlook the internal courtyard, and are therefore very quiet. The master bedroom is furnished with a comfortable double bed (160 x 200 cm), a two-door wardrobe, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. The refined en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower. The second bedroom has a French size bed (140 x 200 cm), a two-door wardrobe and a comfortable desk for smart working. The apartment has a bathroom which can be accessed from the corridor, and is modern and well finished. The large and elegant shower is built on site and behind it there is a bathtub. The washing machine is located in the corridor, which includes useful wardrobes to keep household items and also gives access to a practical closet, where the tools for cleaning and maintaining the house are available. Amenities: - Nespresso coffee machine (pods not included) & toaster - High speed internet in optical fiber with WiFi - Washing machine, clothes rack, iron & ironing board - Autonomous heating - AC is provided through 1 portable unit - TV of 40” in the living room - 60 steps to reach the apartment The rental price includes the initial and the final cleaning, the rent, the condominium expenses, Italian taxes (television and garbage), WiFi internet and bills. For electricity and gas, in particular, we include a forfait of € 100 per month. Only if you exceed this forfait, you would have to pay the difference. Area: The apartment is located in a prestigious context, in the heart of the centre of Bologna, in a historic building very close to Piazza Santo Stefano and the most important monuments of the city. The apartment is located near the lively university district, a stone's throw from Palazzo Pepoli, home to the Museum of the history of Bologna. A walk through the center will lead you to discover points of great historical and artistic interest, such as the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts, the famous Teatro dell'Opera Comunale, the characteristic Jewish ghetto, the Garisenda and Asinelli towers (5 minutes on foot). Via dell'Indipendenza, the best-known shopping street in Bologna, is about 400 m away. The quadrilateral of alleys that rises alongside Piazza Maggiore, and which has its center in Via Pescherie Vecchie, with all its food and wine shops, is also located a very short distance away. Public transportation: Being the center of Bologna, the area is well served by public transport. Along Via Santo Stefano you can take buses to reach the fair, the hospitals and the train station. Parking: The apartment is located within the limited traffic area (ZTL) and a ticket is requested. Paid parking spaces are available nearby: there is one in Via San Petronio Vecchio and a second in Vicolo San Damiano 3/3. It is possible to obtain temporary residence and a pass to drive around the historic center only for stays longer than 3 months. For shorter stays, access is guaranteed only for 3 days a month (not consecutive, or for 4 consecutive days) upon payment of a specific permit. Pets: Pets are allowed, there is an extra fee of € 100+VAT.