Il Monastero
3 guests
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1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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Housed in what was once the monastery attached to the Church of San Zan Degolà – one of Venice’s oldest – this comfortable apartment puts you in a peaceful spot from which to enjoy the city’s most historic sights. Peacefully located to the rear of the building with views over the scenic street below and towards the back garden of Venice’s Natural History Museum at the Fondaco Dei Turchi, you’ll have no trouble making yourself at home here and enjoying a relaxing time. Featuring a blend of modern and classic decor, the living area invites you to kick back on the sofa with a glass of Italian wine after a day of exploring, while the sunny kitchen is all set to get your day off on the right foot over breakfast at the dining table. In the evenings, head downstairs to the shared terrace for a sundowner before enjoying a meal in one of the local restaurants. Then retreat to the elegantly simple bedroom at the end of the night for a restful night’s sleep. When it comes to sightseeing, your Santa Croce neighbourhood provides a taste of local Venetian life, with casual eateries serving global cuisine and a... plethora of beautiful gardens and museums to discover. The Ca' Pesaro International Gallery of Modern Art is a five-minute walk, the romantic Rialto Bridge is a ten-minute stroll, while the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari is eight minutes away on foot.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stroll across the romantic Rialto Bridge, ten minutes away on foot
Sip a sundowner on the shared terrace
Start mornings with an espresso and fresh pastries in the sunny kitchen
Wake up in the comfortable bedroom feeling rested and ready for another day of Venice sightseeing
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Home truths
At maximum capacity, one guest will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room
While the home can sleep up to four people, the maximum occupancy is three guests
This home is on the second floor with no lift
The ground floor terrace is shared with one other apartment
The washer and dryer are located in a communal ground floor laundry room
If you're looking to book for a larger group, your host has seven other apartments in the building that can be rented alongside this one
You're a five-minute walk from the San Stae Vaporetto stop
Upon arrival, a representative will meet you at the Vaporetto stop – water taxi point – and accompany you to the property where they’ll check you in, and provide any assistance you should need
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Fridge fills
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange guided private tours, boat tours, taxi services, wine tastings, welcome boxes, butler service and shopping for an additional fee.
Your host provides a private dinner in the ‘A Tavola’ professionally equipped venetian-home kitchen for an additional fee.
If you'll be arriving between 8pm and 12am, you'll be charged a late arrival fee of €50 – arrivals between 12am and 1am will be subject to a late arrival fee of €100, and arrivals after 1am need to be organised on request.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Rialto
Rialto is right in the middle of Venice’s other main districts – it doesn't really get more central than this. It’s a favourite with tourists, particularly as its less hectic than San Marco (this is all relative though – everywhere in Venice is packed). It’s intersected by many small intertwining canals, which make for good views and plenty of opportunity for gondola rides, if that's your cup of tea. Perhaps...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Visit the Basilica dei Frari
Drink in the atmosphere of one of the most important churches in Venice, where the master painter Titian is buried.
Eat traditional at Osteria la Zucca
Vegetarian food in Venice isn't usually much to write home about, but this place is the best of the bunch (even its name means pumpkin).
Dinosaurs at the Museo di Storia Naturale
While this is a fairly standard natural history museum, it's a great for children, and the dinosaur fossils are undeniably impressive.
Admire the collection of Ca' Pesaro
This modern art gallery houses 10 rooms and multiple works by Rodin, Kandinskji and De Chirico, to name but a few.
Explore the Scuola Grande di S. Giovanni
One of the oldest Scuole in Venice, here you'll find not only some wonderful art, but also a relic said to be part of the true cross.
Enjoy traditional cicchetti and wine at Cantina Do Spade
A cosy, wood-panelled bar serving delicious light bites, pastas and a variety of wines by the glass. Friendly staff and a lively atmosphere make it a great spot for tourists and locals alike.
Explore the historic Ponte degli Scalzi
A beautiful stone arch bridge completed in 1934, connecting Santa Croce and Cannaregio. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Grand Canal and iconic Venice water traffic.
Explore the Chiesa dei Santi Geremia e Lucia - Santuario di Lucia
Step into this elegant 1700s church, a place of worship since the 11th century. Marvel at the famous artwork by Tintoretto and the oldest bell tower in Venice.
Enjoy authentic dishes at Trattoria Il Vagone
Trattoria Il Vagone is a hidden gem in Venice, serving homemade Italian dishes. The food is extremely fresh, and the owner Claudio makes you feel welcome.
Get around
Airport
Venice Marco Polo
24 min
Treviso
37 min
Train station
Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia
7 min
Bus stop
Venezia B1
11 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
8 min
Cafe
8 min
Pharmacy
8 min
Points of interest
Beach
Venezia Spiagge (S.P.A.)
1 hr 40 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 11:00
On floor 2, steps only
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 30 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Filippo
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Filippo set up his hosting business with his childhood friend in the late 1990s and decades on, they remain dedicated to providing authentic Venetian homes to guests visiting from across the world.
Registration or licence number: IT027042B4C3EENK5R.
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