We initially booked to stay in Antonella's 'Dream House', and she then gave us the option of renting her other property, the Loft, instead. We chose to stay in the Loft as we liked the fact that it has a balcony and an unusual mezzanine bedroom.
On our arrival we were met by Antonella's son, who was charming and helpful. As my partner and I were in Bergamo to celebrate my birthday, Antonella had left a bottle of wine as a treat, which was a lovely gesture. The apartment was also stocked with basics such as coffee, condiments and a selection of juices in the fridge.
The Loft was everything we'd hoped for, cosy and romantic. It was lovely having a balcony just big enough to sit and enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. The bed was comfortable, and we loved the open mezzanine. The french windows onto the balcony combined with the open plan design and high beamed ceiling give the apartment a very light and spacious feel.
The bathroom has a good, powerful shower and there was a small selection of toiletries on the shelf, although we had brought our own.
There are a couple of final points I think worth noting. As the name 'Loft' would suggest, you need to climb a lot of stairs to reach the apartment. This was fine for us but could be an issue for some people. Also, it is very close to the duomo, so there is no escaping the loud and frequent ringing of church bells. If you are happy getting up at 7am and going to bed after 10pm this can be enjoyed as a charming feature of the old town. We are usually slightly later risers so purchased some ear plugs to deal with the morning bells!
I would highly recommend the Loft, particularly for couples wanting a romantic break in a lovely part of Italy. We hope to stay there again on our next visit to Bergamo.
Many thanks Antonella!