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The Chandelier & The Lagoon

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

  • 2 bathrooms

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If you’ve always wondered what it must have been like to live in Venice as one of the finest families under the rule of the Doge, this apartment is the holiday home for you. It sits in Fondamenta San Giacomo in Guidecca and boasts incredible panoramic views of Venice, with an interior that’s a marvel. You’ll find ceiling frescoes and tapestries, in addition to a stunning Murano chandelier in the living room. Every nook and cranny has a curio to admire, or artwork to behold. From the glass writing desk, you can see the lagoon below – just imagine how many stories this home has inspired over the years. The view takes in Canal della Guidecca, San Marco and over to the Doge’s Palace and beyond, from the charmed position of the authentically Venetian neighbourhood of Guidecca. You won’t be overrun by tourist groups – it’s a local’s area, with food shops and top-notch restaurants on your doorstep. When you’re ready to see the sights, you need only hop onto a Vaporetto from the stop 30m from the apartment. Mere moments later you’ll be sipping coffee in Piazza San Marco, or strolling over the Academia Bridge to take in that...


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What to expect


Highlights

Take in the incredible view from Academia Bridge – it's a fifteen-minute walk

Take in the incredible view from Academia Bridge – it's a fifteen-minute walk

Hop on a Vaporetto one minute away and travel three stops to Piazza San Marco

Hop on a Vaporetto one minute away and travel three stops to Piazza San Marco

Wander across Rialto Bridge with a gelato

Wander across Rialto Bridge with a gelato

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Home truths

    The upper floor of this home is accessible via a staircase

About this stay


Amenities

Desk / workplace

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Washing machine

Garden

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 4 beds

2 bathrooms

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Additional fees

  • If you'll be arriving after 7pm, you'll be charged a late arrival fee of €50

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Giudecca

Giudecca is connected to the central islands of Venice by the Giudecca canal, and it’s a five minute journey on waterbus. Over the past few decades Giudecca has transformed from a somewhat gritty peripheral area to a quite trendy, almost suburban neighbourhood. As it’s out of the way of the tourist centre, it’s popular with students and young professionals. This group of four islands is mostly residential and has a...

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Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Tintorettos in the Chiesa del Redentore

Tintorettos in the Chiesa del Redentore

While the paintings are there all year, the best time to visit is July for the Festa del Redentore, where there are fireworks and processions across the water.

3 min
Have lunch at La Palanca

Have lunch at La Palanca

One of Giudecca's best places for an informal lunch, this restaurant has excellent seafood – the sea bass and the cuttlefish are both highly recommended.

5 min
Select a bottle at MAJER Giudecca

Select a bottle at MAJER Giudecca

Indulge in exceptional wines, dishes, and mouthwatering desserts.

6 min
Indulge in sweet treats at Dal Nono Colussi

Indulge in sweet treats at Dal Nono Colussi

A charming family-run bakery in Venice's less crowded neighbourhood. Enjoy their mouthwatering doughnuts, delicious pastries, and authentic regional specialities.

17 min
Discover the Palazzo Contarini Polignac

Discover the Palazzo Contarini Polignac

Step inside this beautiful Venetian palazzo on the Grand Canal and be transported back in time. Admire the stunning interior, including the library and seating rooms, which are like little time capsules. Don't miss the amazing exhibitions on display.

15 min
Explore V-A-C Zattere

Explore V-A-C Zattere

Immerse yourself in the contemporary art scene at V-A-C Zattere. This renovated Palazzo offers a tasteful and elegant space to study, admire beautiful exhibitions, and experience thought-provoking works of art.

13 min
Visit the contemporary works at Spazio Punch

Visit the contemporary works at Spazio Punch

Discover this unique art gallery in the centre of Venice.

12 min

Get around

Airport

Venice Marco Polo

29 min

Treviso

42 min

Train station

Piazzale Roma

8 min

Bus stop

Venezia

9 min

Local shops & services

Supermarket

1 min

Cafe

1 min

Pharmacy

9 min

Points of interest

Beach

Spiaggia Lungomare d'Annunzio

1 hr 47 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 15:00

Departure before 10:00

Air con

Wifi

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 Fabrizio

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Fabrizio has been hosting for a little while now, and he’s a bit of a dream, looking after several places around Rome. Don’t be afraid to ask him for tips on where to go in the local area.

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