This may just be the prettiest courtyard in Milan. Blossoming flowers decorate the rails and tropical plant life gives a green layer to the muted yellow walls. It's an oasis of bright colour and enticing aromas that breathes life into your body. Get the elevator to the top of this gorgeous courtyard and you'll find your cosy apartment. Exposed, low-vaulted wooden beams and a wooden flooring provide a homespun touch, brought to the modern day by contemporary fittings. It's that perfect blend of authentically rustic and tinged with modern luxury. Wander out of the home, through the courtyard and onto the streets of Navigli to find the enchanting colour scheme continues. Charming streets are lined with yellow, green and pink houses, reflecting from the river in a kaleidoscope of exuberance. You could spend days just moseying through the streets and squares, stopping for a coffee and pastry at the cute cafes. But if you did want to explore the whole of Milan, the nearest Metro station is just a couple of minutes down the road. Home truths: *The apartment is on the top floor and there is an elevator to transport you. *There is a double sofa bed which can comfortably fit two people. *The apartment is in a busy suburb, but it rests in a quiet courtyard. *You won't find a manual or handbook for this home, but your host should be on hand if you have any issues. *Your host provides a starter supply of coffee, but you might want to bring your own to top this up. *You won't find a welcome hamper or basic essentials here, so we'd recommend packing some bits and bobs to get you started. For longer stays you will have to buy additional toilet paper. *The home lacks basic cleaning supplies and toiletries, so you might want to bring your own.