A Venetian Affair
8 guests
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4 bedrooms, 5 beds
4 bathrooms
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From the moment you arrive at this historic palazzo, you'll feel like highly regarded members of Venetian nobility. Built in the late fifteenth century, the palace is traditionally considered the home of Desdemona, a character in William Shakespeare's play Othello. On arrival, you'll disembark your water taxi onto the jetty, where the concierge will usher you to your elegant apartment. Double-height windows framed by gothic arches open onto an ornate balcony with outstanding views across the Grand Canal. If you can break your gaze, the opulent interiors aren't bad either. With beautiful tapestries, gilded antiques and full-size chandeliers, it's fit for the Doge of Venice. Yet, despite its evident splendour, the apartment is a comfortable space where it's easy to feel at home. With Piazza di San Marco just a five-minute walk away, it's hard to know what to explore first. Hit the designer shops, stroll around Palazzo Ducale or people-watch in the piazza? The choice is yours. Whatever you decide, we'd recommend racing back to the balcony for the end of the day, watching the vaporettos cruise past and sipping a spritz as the sun sets.
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Highlights
![Hop on a gondola for the most refined way to explore Venice's network of canals](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/2e1c6a6a-f66c-4957-a8a8-b76c970635ff/1e721a42-edb1-45c8-a7f0-d1e1a86aa7d3.jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Hop on a gondola for the most refined way to explore Venice's network of canals
![Enjoy astonishing views from almost every room – Basilica della Salute lies directly opposite](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/2e1c6a6a-f66c-4957-a8a8-b76c970635ff/e19f55d8-1680-44d2-b2f9-ab31c07be5a9.jpg?rect=967%2C31%2C3449%2C3451&w=480&fit=min)
Enjoy astonishing views from almost every room – Basilica della Salute lies directly opposite
![Pen postcards home from an antique desk](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/2e1c6a6a-f66c-4957-a8a8-b76c970635ff/2b88373b-7904-44e2-a6d6-ef6ba2c39527.jpg?rect=3237%2C913%2C2077%2C2078&w=480&fit=min)
Pen postcards home from an antique desk
![Take in the Grand Canal from the ornate stone balcony](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/2e1c6a6a-f66c-4957-a8a8-b76c970635ff/80487184-bee4-4bfc-a4c1-a2ef1cc6ccd0.jpg?rect=1628%2C127%2C3417%2C3419&w=480&fit=min)
Take in the Grand Canal from the ornate stone balcony
![Arrive by water taxi at the palace's exclusive jetty](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/2e1c6a6a-f66c-4957-a8a8-b76c970635ff/bedbd706-9647-4af0-9e5c-13676eb252a9.jpg?rect=1360%2C0%2C3686%2C3683&w=480&fit=min)
Arrive by water taxi at the palace's exclusive jetty
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Home truths
This home comes with a concierge service and private palazzo water gate access
There’s a handy lift from the entrance of the palazzo to the apartment
Due to the sheer number of breakable antiques, this home is for guests aged over 12 years of age
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Balcony
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 5 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About San Marco
San Marco is probably the most well-known of Venice’s main districts, and the most popular among tourists. It’s packed with monuments – it has spectacular palaces and churches, and consistently beautiful Gothic and Renaissance architecture. The central square is, unsurprisingly, an important tourist hub. A lot of the luxury hotels are around here, so it’s not necessarily the place to find authentic, family-run restaurants or cafes. This area’s known for...
Get around
Train station
Piazzale Roma
8 min
Bus stop
San Marco-Pietà
12 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
6 min
Cafe
5 min
Pharmacy
6 min
Points of interest
Beach
Spiaggia Lungomare d'Annunzio
1 hr 47 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Not suitable for children under age 12
Not suitable for infants under age 1
No parties or events
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Pietro
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Of dual American and Italian background, Pietro has over fifteen years of experience in the worlds of luxury, communications, and public relations. Pietro currently lives in Venice where he works as an independent consultant in PR, marketing and tourism, with an emphasis on start-up investments. Venice is his hometown and a source of continuous inspiration and vitality for Pietro.
Registration or licence number: M0270429830.
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