Rifugio d'Artista
6 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2 bathrooms
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A spacious and stylish apartment filled with natural light and bags of character, this home is located in an imposing traditional Milanese building right by the city's central train station. It makes a great first impression, with gleaming floors, stained glass windows and a characterful wooden elevator preparing you for what's the come. The cultured owners of this exquisite and soulful home are artsy types, as the original paintings sprinkled throughout the stunning communal areas – created by the host's artist father – or the built-in bookcases will attest. Given its location, transport connections are expectedly excellent, though you're not right in the centre if that's what you're specifically after. Instead, hop on the Metro to reach the heart of the city in under fifteen minutes. Alternatively, embark on a leisurely stroll to the likes of the Duomo di Milano in around forty minutes. Closer by, the likes of Via Tadino and Via San Gregorio – both around a ten-minute walk – have plenty of options when it comes to drinking and dining.
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What to expect
Highlights
Wonder at Milan's gothic marvels – the Duomo di Milano is just fifteen minutes on the Metro
Enjoy the traditional-meets-modern design flair of your architect host
Throw open the doors and people-watch from the balcony as you take in the neighbourhood comings and goings
Pull up a chair and get stuck into your holiday reads surrounded by hundreds of books
Study the original artworks painted by your host's father
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Home truths
The maximum stay at this home is seven nights
It's not in the heart of the historical centre
No loud noise after 10pm please – your neighbours in the building are families and some elderly people
The fifth and sixth guests will be on a sofa bed in the living room
The kitchen is on the compact side but fully equipped
Child-friendly amenities such as a cot, highchair, books and toys are available upon request
Though you likely won't require a car, note that there's only paid offsite parking
Your host will greet you on arrival
The lift can only take two people at a time
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Garden
Balcony
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Baby sitting
Luggage storage
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Stazione Centrale
While it may lack the glamour and history of the more central areas, Stazione Centrale shouldn’t be overlooked. The station itself is something to behold - a behemoth of steel, glass and marble built in the 1930s to inspire awe as travellers arrived in Italy. The area is a bustling hive of activity, filled with small businesses and international cuisines of all types, allowing a more varied experience of Milan...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Purr in delight at the Crazy Cat Café
Open until aperitivo, this café offers a huge selection of cakes, pastries and hot dishes. Cats slink around the tables, always ready for a cuddle.
Grab a slice at Pizzeria Spontini
Founded over 60 years ago, this is a quick and easy place for those on the move who don't want to forego their pizza
Get around
Airport
Linate
24 min
Milan Bergamo
45 min
Milan Malpensa
52 min
Train station
Milano Centrale Railway Station
7 min
Subway station
Pasteur
15 min
Bus stop
Via Padova Via Predabissi
8 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
7 min
Cafe
15 min
Pharmacy
14 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 14:00
Departure before 10:00
On floor 3, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 110Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Michele
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Michele can cover you, whatever your desire – a massage, private chef, check-in at any time of the night. He’s refined (as you’d expect from an Italian), and there’s a genuine warmth to his enthusiasm as a host.
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