Short-breaks (4 days or less) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Casanova is a functional and well finely furnished apartment for a maximum four persons. Placed on the third and fourth floor, it has been recently restored with trussed ceilings and floors made in Venetian style. Both floors are air conditioned in Summer and well-heated in Winter.
The third floor is composed of: A large and bright living room where you can find a comfortable sofà, a television, a bookcase. A spacious and well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and a washing-machine, A bathroom with a Jacuzzi bath.
From a wooden staircase in the living-room you can go to the fourth floor which is composed of: A matrimonial bedroom with a large wardrobe and a chest of drawers. A cosy matrimonial-bedroom . From this floor you can admire the wonderful view over the shingled roof tops of Venice and the two towers of Saint Silvestro and Saint Aponal. Enjoy the apartment, tasting a good glass of Italian wine and looking at the wonderful view over the shingled roof tops of Venice and the two Towers of “Saint Silvestro” and “Saint Aponal” churches.
Staying in the apartment “Casanova” is the best way to spend a holiday feeling completely involved in the heart of Venice.
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The North East Italy / Veneto region
The Republic of Venice, located in northern Italy, was founded in the ninth century when the Venetians prevented the Francs from abducting this island. Venice was, however, not distinctive in any way yet. Whether it was a theft or a cheap bargain, the arrival of the body of the saint Evangelist Mark by the eleventh doge changed everything. No saint without a legend and the legend was established very soon. When St. Mark set foot on the lagoon island, he was welcomed by an angel who told him that on the very spot where he was standing, an impressive city would come into being. After the arrival of the body- the bones of St. Mark were buried in the Basilica di San Marco, Venice prospered and could no longer be ignored on the world-stage.
Venice became the first and the biggest trading power in the world. That is, the world before the great expeditions during the fifteenth and the sixteenth century. Through trade the Venetians propered and Venice rapidly accumulated wealth. Venetians merchants established monopolies and used the Crusades as a tool to increase their trading power. They forced the Crusaders to attack rival traders in Constantinople in exchange for transportation to the Arab Empire in the Middle East. At the beginning of the sixteenth century, the Portuguese arrived in the Indies and the Venetians had to face the loss of their monopoly of spices. However, the tendency to self-idolizing fed the urge to find a new alternative: art flourished as never before. At the same time that Venice had to face the end of its trading status, it reached its artistic pinnacle, both in architecture and painting.
The Venetians decided to maintain the 'chaotic' form of the city. Until the Renaissance, Venice gained its own distinctive character by colouring the city with marble, red brick and using all sorts of architectural elements the Venetians imported and adjusted from elsewhere in Italy or collected during travels abroad. Gothic and Roman-Byzantium architecture gave way to the Renaissance and its most important architect, Jacopo Sansovino, halfway during the fifteenth century. He and his pupils put their mark on the city before the Renaissance was overwhelmed by the exuberant style of the Baroque, the style which contributed heavily to the Venice you are experiencing this day. In 1866, Venice became part of the kingdom of Italy. Twentieth century Venice mainly exists because of its visitors and their presence at the yearly local and international events, such as the 'Film-festival of Venice' and the 'Mostra Biennale Internazionale d'Arta Moderna', the latter offering an overview of modern painting and sculpture.
Venice / Central Venice area
Venice in itself is the main attraction. Strolling along the winding streets and the canals, sitting at a terrace with a proper cup of coffee (the sun also rises nicely in Venice, Hemingway must have thought), a glass of wine or 'Grappa' and breathing in the atmosphere of this dazzling city. Along the Canal Grande are various piazzas, churches and monasteries, most of them accessible to the public. The main sights are centred at and around the piazza of San Marco. Besides presenting an abundance of impressive architectural diversity, several buildings also house museums and/or galleries. Do not forget to cross the canal to have a look at the gallery of the Accademia, which has a fine and varied collection of Venetian painting.
How to get there
HOW TO REACH THE APARTMENT
The apartment is situated in “Calle del Paradiso”, near Rialto Bridge and The Grand Canal, a ten- minute walk from “Saint Mark's Square”.
From “Marco Polo” airport you can phone for a private water taxi. It leaves from the Arrivals' Terminal and takes you very near to the apartment. Before getting in the taxi it is advisable to ask the driver the taxi fares because they are usually very expensive. Catching the shuttle bus is much cheaper and it takes you to “Piazzale Roma”, that is the last bus stop.Then you can take the waterbus, line1, which passes every 10 minutes. Get off at “San Silvestro” stop. The stop is about 20 metres from the apartment. From the railway station you can catch the waterbus, line 1, just in front of the station which takes you to “San Silvestro”. If you arrive at “Piazzale Roma” by car, park the car in one of the parking areas near there and then catch the waterbus, line1. Get off at “San Silvestro” stop. Venetian transport is called ACTV.
Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details outdoors: Enjoy the local specialities bought at the stalls you visited in the famous Rialto market . Enjoy the apartment, tasting a good glass of Italian wine and looking at the wonderful view over the shingled roof tops of Venice and the two Towers of “Saint Silvestro” and “Saint Aponal” churches
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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31 Dec 07
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
1)The apartment was perfect for us during our stay. Aside from the lack or air conditioning in one bedroom (and lack of fan) the apartment was very centrally located (2min walk Rialto Bridge) yet quiet. The spacious kitchen and lounge room downstairs provided us with more than enough room. I would recommend this apartment to anyone looking for an afordable, clean, spacious apartment for their holiday in Venice. 2)Très agréable séjour dans un charmant appartement. Merci
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