Ca' Venexiana in Dorsoduro
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About the home
Renovated to a high standard and filled with personal touches both inside and out, we believe you will find everything you could want for a comfortable stay at Ca' Venexiana. Outside, our private garden courtyard opens onto the crossing of two peaceful canals, a perfect haven for enjoying your morning cappuccino, or afternoon prosecco, while watching the gondolas drift by. Inside, you will find a splendid retreat—sumptuously decorated—where you can truly live la vita di Venezia, an experience no hotel can offer.
Our two airy bedrooms are finely-appointed with superior quality bedding and plush linens, ensuring a peaceful night's rest (pax 5). Among our many amenities, you'll find flatscreen television with SKY programming (Italiand and English channels), as well as a selection of DVDs, video games, and stereo CDs. Enjoy unlimited broadband/wi-fi internet access, and an extensive library of interesting books, music, and movies about Venice and Italy.
At Ca' Venexiana you will find the "little things" most easily overlooked when traveling—electrical adapters, umbrellas, guidebooks, maps, and even rainboots! We keep a selection of excellent cookbooks on hand, as well as seasonal herbs growing on our canalside courtyard. We strongly suggest visiting the local markets (daily fish, fruit and vegetable markets are located within two minutes of our door!) Our fully-equipped kitchen has every modern convenience, ready for you to try your hand at some authentic Italian dishes.
We look forward to sharing our home, our neighborhood, and our beautiful city...with you.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Lido, 2km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 100m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Internet access, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly |
Further details indoors:
Ca' Venexiana is comprised of a living room with fireplace, a full kitchen with dining area, full bathroom, two luxurious bedrooms, and a quiet private courtyard that opens directly onto a canal. It is set on the ground floor with no worry of acqua alta (high water) as entry is accessed by way of a small set of stairs, keeping our flat more than 1+ metre above ground level. Our position alongside two canals provides for washes of natural light and views that are simply charming.
We invite you to visit our web site for full details.
Further details outdoors:
Ca' Venexiana is located in sestriere Dorsoduro, long preferred by artists and writers alike for its peace, beauty, and inspiration. We are easily accessible and well placed for seeing all that Venice has to offer. Within moments of our doorstep, you will find the popular and enjoyable Campo San Margherita, Campo San Barnaba, and the Zattere, all perfect and unique spots for basking in the Venetian atmosphere.
Amenities are also very close by. Steps away, you will meet with a fine selection of open-air markets and groceries, while numerous restaurants, bars, and cafes (as well as the best gelaterias in Venice) are ready to welcome you. Galleries and artists' studios abound; you can watch artisans at work preparing for Carnevale in the mascherie. Gaze from our windows onto the local squero, where gondolas are still made by hand as they have been for centuries. Dorsoduro is home to some of Venice's oldest and most beautiful churches...among them San Sebastiano, I Carmini, and the stunning Santa Maria della Salute, a true jewel on the Grand Canal.
A short stroll across the Grand Canal by way of nearby Accademia Bridge leads you to the magnificent Piazza San Marco with its incredible basilica and campanile. While there, don't miss the regal Palazzo Ducale and the ever wistful Ponte dei Sospiri (Bridge of Sighs). Follow along winding passageways, past noble palazzi, to the famous Ponte de Rialto (Rialto Bridge). This bustling marketplace simply overflows with the sights and sounds and scents that are so unique to this remarkable city. One thing is certain...wherever you turn...around any corner...hidden treasure awaits.
This is Venezia...this is heaven.
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Walking distances from Ca' Venexiana... Piazza San Marco
Rialto Bridge
15-20 minute walk
Accademia Bridge
7 minute walk
Nearest vaporetto stops
"San Basilio"
"Ca' Rezzonico"
3-5 minute walk
"Zattere"
(Alilaguna stop from Marco Polo airport)
5-7 minutes walk
Piazzale Roma (the road traffic terminus)
Stazione Santa Lucia/Ferrovia (train terminal)
within a 15-20 minute walk
—or—
10-15 minutes by vaporetto
Stazione Marittima (ferry/cruise ship terminal)
"San Basilio pier"
3-5 minute walk
Further details
Prices are inclusive of final cleaning, linens, and all utilities (included unlimited internet usage). Tourist taxes are also included.
Upon your arrival in Venice, our English-speaking representative will meet you and direct you personally to our flat. They will show you in and answer any questions you might have about Ca' Venexiana and the city of Venice. The cost for this 'Meet and Greet' service is €35 (€55 if arriving after 8pm) and is payable directly to our representative in Venice.
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Venice, the queen of the Adriatic, has been attracting visitors for centuries for good reason. Museums, artwork, history, churches, hospitality...Piazza San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, Rialto, palazzos on the Grand Canal...she is a treasure box waiting to be explored. From Venice, you can easily venture outward to her neighboring islands (Murano, Burano, Torchello...) and the northeastern mainland of Italy which offers such jewels as Padova and Verona. Ferry service is available for neighbouring Croatia and the Istrian coast.
The Venice, Veneto / Dorsoduro area
Venice through the seasons...
The city of Venice offers a year-round season of events that are sure to intrigue and please you. These are some (but certainly not all!) of the events going on in Venice during the year...
January / New Year's
February / Carnevale
March / Venice International Boat Show
May / Festa della Sensa
May / Vogalonga
July / Festa del Redentore
August-September 2009 / Venice Film Festival
September / Regata Storica
October / Venice Marathon
November / Festa della Madonna della Salute
December / Christmas
How to get there
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| Airport: | Marco Polo: 8 km |
| Railway: | Stazione Santa Lucia: 0.5 km |
| Ferry: | Stazione Marittima: 0.2 km |
Two airports service Venice directly, both Aeroporto Marco Polo and Aeroporto di Treviso, with frequent bus and taxi service to and from both. Aeroporto Marco Polo is also serviced by water taxi and waterbus routes.
BA flies direct to VCE Marco Polo from both Heathrow (seasonal) and Gatwick (year round). Ryanair flies to Treviso from London; Easyjet, and BMI also fly to Marco Polo from London; flights from Manchester, Edinburgh, Leeds, Bristol, Dublin, and Glasgow are also available. Air France and Easyjet fly from Paris direct. Alitalia/Air One flies from Rome direct. Lufthansa flies from Frankfurt and Munich direct. Other airlines also fly into both Marco Polo and/or Treviso Airports.
From Marco Polo airport, you can take the vaporetto (water bus) directly in to Venice, which takes about 1 hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus/coach to Piazzale Roma from either airport which takes about 20-30 minutes. You can take a water taxi from the airport directly; this is somewhat costly but would bring you directly to the door of the apartment in under 30 minutes. A car taxi is also available from either airport.
Arrival by taxi or bus terminates at Piazzale Roma (or train to Venice Santa Lucia) - both are a 15 minute walk to the apartment. Or, you can take the vaporetto from Piazzale Roma or Ferrovia to either the San Basilio or Ca' Rezzonico stops. Both stops are within 5 minutes walk of Ca' Venexiana. Arrival by train is into Santa Lucia station in Venice from all parts of Italy and Europe.
While driving directly to the apartment is impossible, if you are arriving by way of your own watercraft, we do offer a private mooring (9 meters in length) directly alongside our private courtyard. Otherwise, By car, there are a number of parking facilities both at Venice's Piazzale Roma, and on the mainland in Mestre, that we can recommend for you. Also, most major rental car firms (Avis, Hertz, Alamo/National, Europcar, etc.) operate offices directly from Piazzale Roma, which allows you to rent and return hired vehicles in Venice proper, rather than at the airport location. By train, the station Venezia Santa Lucia is a mere bridge crossing away from Piazzale Roma and very accessible for arriving at our property. If you are arriving or departing Venice by cruise ship, our apartment is very conveniently located near Stazione Marittima at the San Basilio pier. We are happy to recommend the best method of arrival based on your travel plans.
Activities near Venice, Veneto
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
City breaks
Reviews
 02 Jan 2012 |
Although the location was a bit remote for touring the rest of the city, the apartment was so completely and attractively equipped that that slight inconvenience didn't matter. The owner's... more |
20 Dec 2011 |
This is a fantastic neighborhood to stay in - very residential, relatively low-key, within walking distance to many great sights as well as 2 vaporetto stops. Go to the Zattere for dinner outside by... more |
18 Dec 2011 |
We spent a lovely week at Ca' Venexiana, after shorter stays in a Rome boutique hotel and an agriturismo in the Tuscany region. I am not sure if any review can do this apartment the justice it... more |
Guestbook for Ca' Venexiana in Dorsoduro
Johnny and Anna from U.S.A. (October, 2011)
from their travel blog: We rented an apartment (Ca’ Venexiana) surrounded on two sides by canals…like the coolest corner lot you can imagine…in Venice’s lesser-traveled Dorsoduro district, a quiet area of the city we came to love. It wasn’t uncommon to be enjoying a glass of wine in the kitchen while a gondolier rode right past the window. A truly magical spot.
Gian Franco & Linda from U.S.A. (June, 2011)
We loved Ca'Venexiana and thought it was the perfect location! We wanted something away from the crowds, yet convenient and comfortable. Your home is lovely! The way you've decorated it and the fact that it doesn't want for anything makes it a wonderful home away from home.
Congratulations on your perfect jewel in Venice!
Miranda from Scotland (May, 2011)
Three of us stayed here in May - the apartment was everything we wished for - quiet but in a great location, waterside outside dining area (we had a small cocktail party for friends), convenient for restaurants and shops. The information before we arrived was very useful, and we were met by a representative who was very helpful. We loved sitting out in nearby Campo San Barnaba and Campo Santa Margarita. The apartment was very well appointed, with lots of useful recommendations in the guest information and visitors book. Would love to go back!
Terry from England (June, 2011)
We had a delightful holiday in this beautiful apartment on the canal in Venice. The apartment was tastefully decorated and clean and secure. The owner was most helpful all the way through the booking process and we were met by her representative in Venice who had good local knowledge and was always contactable. The apartment was in close proximity to all Venice's main attractions and yet pleasantly quiet in the outskirts. It was also close to the vaporetto stop... I would recommend the apartment to anyone wanting to explore Venice, and would love to go back myself if I have the opportunity some time. Ciao!
Phil from Scotland (October, 2010)
An excellent apartment, location and wonderful introduction to Venice. Brilliant communication from the owner Jackie, superbly appointed and the terrace and passing gondolas were a treat for my wife, my son, his fiance and myself in September 2010.
Give yourselves a treat and stay in a 'real' Venetian home with local wine and prosecco available just a couple of doors down the street.
You can walk to Rialto, St Mark's Square, The Frari and Accademia in no time at all and buy your jewellery at Attombri's near the Rialto bridge.
Fantastic apartment.
Darietta from U.S.A. (October, 2010)
We loved the location and being away from the busy area around St. Mark's. Your apartment is decorated so nicely and the bathroom is wonderful! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend your place for anyone looking for a place to stay in Venice.
Paul from the U.K. (August, 2010)
We had a great time in Venice and really enjoyed being able to stay in your apartment - which is truly lovely. Sitting on the terrace with the doors to the canal open for breakfast and later in the evening was a delight.
Peter from New Zealand (February, 2010)
What a fantastic apartment. My wife and I, together with our 3 boys, spent 6 weeks touring Europe and this was our favourite accommodation by far. I wish I were there right now! The apartment is a credit to Jackie. She has thought of, and caters for, every aspect of what is required to make it an ideal base for your stay in Venice. The decor is really beautiful, classy and welcoming. There are board games, dvds, computer games and a heap of English language sattelite tv channels to keep you entertained if you want to stay in (which was great for our boys). There is a incredibly well-stocked little library with an absolute wealth of information about Venice (guide books, novels, coffee table photography tomes, etc). The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Jackie is obviously passionate about Venice and about providing her guests with the best opportunity to enjoy their stay. We could easily have stayed for weeks!
Lynn from New Zealand (February, 2010)
We had a wonderful stay at Ca'Venexiana and to anyone wondering if this would be a good place for themselves and family to stay - I would say book it NOW - don't miss out. It felt like a luxury home not a flat - it was a pleasure to stay for our family of 5.
John from the U.K. (October, 2009)
We spent 3 nights here in mid Oct 09 and it was wonderful! You could not ask for a better location in the entire city as you are just outside of the crowds at St Mark's but close enough to get in the midst of everything within a few minutes walk. Beautiful interior with everything you need and of high standard. Very professionally ran and handled from booking to meeting us at the flat. Will definitely look to stay here again my next visit to Venice.
Nuria from Spain (August 2009)
This is the type of apartment that makes you write a review to tell the world how nice it is. I have stayed in many apartments across Europe, and this type of apartment is really the future: the hotels will be a thing of the past! The amenities of the apartment are unbelievable. We travelled with children, and they even found a gamecube to play, lots of Tv channels, internet for us! The information was incredible: books, guides, a book with all the apartment information...there were umbrellas, hats, and even something to cover my shoulders in churches!!!
I hate it when I arrive at one apartment and there is no cleaning stuff. Here you find everything: detergent, dishwasher tablets, bin bags...you don't have that feeling that you have to spend a fortune in the supermarket to be comfortable (as we had to do in our previous holiday home in Tuscany). The apartment also has all the basics for cooking: olive oil, vinegar, salt spices, coffee, tea, sugar.
For me there are 2 types of apartments: the very basic ones and the ones where you feel you have borrowed someone else's home. This is how you feel at Ca Venexiana, at home. I must also said that it has been tastefully decorated to the last detail. Even the table lamps had Amercian sockets, this means that someone who is capable of crossing the Atlantic with lamps to decorate is putting loads of attention to the last detail, or at least that was my conclusion! In fact I must say the the photos of the advert are the worst part of it, as the reality is far better. The views to the canal were amazing, just sitting outside having a coffee feels a real Venetian experience. The location is also very convenient. You are close to attractions but not in the middle of the tourist centre. It is a pleasure to walk along the streets of Dorsoduro. We really enjoyed Venice and the city impressed us very much. There was a waterbus stop, a supermarket, restaurants and shops very near.
Congratulations for the great job done in this apartment!
Jonathan from the U.K. (May, 2009)
I just want to write to you and say that you have the most wonderful apartment in Venice, and you really have gone out of your way (and succeeded) in trying to make a home from home. The flat has everything you could wish for, and it is all so tastefully put together. We have stayed in flats all over Europe, and this was the best by far. Absolutely.
Penny from the U.K. (May, 2009)
Your apartment is so beautiful and what a location! To sit in the garden and have a gondola glide by as you are sipping prosecco is priceless! We were lucky enough to have good weather so we utilized that area every evening after long days out exploring Venice. Your book of tips with the markets, cafes, etc. was a perfect guide. Everything was perfection!
Charles from the U.K. (April, 2009)
Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely apartment. We had a fantastic 5 days and the kids absolutely loved Venice. The Dorsoduro is our favourite area in Venice so far, we found it a welcoming calm oasis after the hectic crowds in San Marco. We especially liked the fish and grocery markets and managed to cook up a storm in your well equipped kitchen! We saw most of Venice but made sure that we left a little bit so we can come back again!
We look forward to visiting Ca' Venexiana again soon!
Tess from Saudia Arabia (March, 2009)
Ca' Venexiana is the perfect place to stay in Venice! It's got the feeling of being at home but with all the comfort and amenities of a hotel. The property was clean, well maintained and caters to every bit of guest's comfort. It's location is also very convenient to all the tourist destination in Venice. We really enjoyed our stay at Ca' Venexiana, in fact, my children didn't want to leave at all! I highly recommend the place, it really exceeds your expectations!
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| New Year 2012 | 3 Jan 12 | 10 Feb 12 | € 775 | 120 | 120 | 3 Nights |
| Carnevale 2012 | 10 Feb 12 | 22 Feb 12 | € 1050 | 170 | 170 | 3 Nights |
| Late Winter | 22 Feb 12 | 15 Mar 12 | € 825 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Spring 2012 | 15 Mar 12 | 1 Apr 12 | € 950 | 150 | 150 | 3 Nights |
| Summer 2012 | 1 Apr 12 | 1 Oct 12 | € 1125 | 180 | 180 | 3 Nights |
| Autumn 2012 | 1 Oct 12 | 16 Nov 12 | € 975 | 155 | 155 | 3 Nights |
| Winter 2012 | 16 Nov 12 | 21 Dec 12 | € 825 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Holiday 2012 | 21 Dec 12 | 2 Jan 13 | € 1125 | 180 | 180 | 3 Nights |
| New Year 2013 | 2 Jan 13 | 2 Feb 13 | € 825 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Carnevale 2013 | 2 Feb 13 | 13 Feb 13 | € 1125 | 180 | 180 | 3 Nights |
| Late Winter | 13 Feb 13 | 1 Mar 13 | € 825 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Spring 2013 | 1 Mar 13 | 1 Apr 13 | € 975 | 155 | 155 | 3 Nights |
| Summer 2013 | 1 Apr 13 | 1 Oct 13 | € 1125 | 180 | 180 | 3 Nights |
| Autumn 2013 | 1 Oct 13 | 16 Nov 13 | € 975 | 155 | 155 | 3 Nights |
| Winter 2013 | 16 Nov 13 | 23 Dec 13 | € 825 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Holidays 2013 | 23 Dec 13 | 5 Jan 14 | € 1125 | 180 | 180 | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
NOTE: Prices shown are for occupancy of 3-4 guests.
For 1-2 guests, the rate shown above is discounted by €10 per night. For 5-6 guests, please add €10 per night.
Prices are inclusive of final cleaning, bed and bath linens, and all utilities.
Tourism taxes are also included.
Depending upon the time of year and availability, a 2 night stay may be possible and will include an additional €50 housekeeping charge.
Stays of longer than two weeks will be provided at a discounted rate.
For dates beyond those shown above, please inquire.
Our rates are quoted in the euro, however we offer you the unique option of paying for your stay in a variety of currencies; by bank transfer, you have the option of paying in either the euro, pound sterling or U.S. dollar (subject to the current currency exchange), other currencies can be paid through Pay Pal. Bank check/cheque also possible.
Rates are subject to change without notice.
Availability
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Languages spoken    The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This apartment has received 4 reviews from previous guests.  |
