Charming canal view apart few steps from San Marco Square, quiet hidden corner

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 478 sq m

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Washer
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Air conditioning

Explore the area

Venice, Veneto

St. Mark's Square
‪2 min walk‬
Rialto Bridge
‪5 min walk‬
Grand Canal
‪23 min walk‬
Venice (VCE-Marco Polo)
‪107 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Full canal view apartment in the hearth of Venice, finely furnished, quiet and comfortable.
Encased by canals and a private courtyard (magnificent Corte Zorzi) allowing access to the building, Astarte apart is absolutely quiet as it is sheltered by any possible hustle and bustle of tourists. Anyway the area is not a massive touristic path, it is an hidden corner just behind Saint_Mark’s square.
Typical “battuto veneziano” floors, ceiling beams and Murano glass chandliers, within a magnificent canal view over a secondary canal where just gondolas are allowed to navigate, bring guests in a real and agreeable venetian atmosphere.
Astarte equipment allow guests to prepare any meal for an easy self-catering.

Property manager

Andrew

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Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Standard check-in time is 2-8 PM, standard check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-in fee: if between 8 and 10:30 PM €25, if after 10:30 PM €50

Tourist tax: imposed by Venetian administration, it is €4 per person per night to be paid cash upon arrival.

Guests must take care of their garbage (in Venice it is strictly regulated). Rules on how to dispose it will be supplied upon arrival. Please.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property Registration Number IT027042B4WATWS7HD

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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Venice

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Venice City Center, a neighbourhood in Venice. Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Campanile are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop. Marina di Venezia and San Teodoro are also worth visiting. Sailing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Venice, Italy

What's nearby

St. Mark's Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
St. Mark's Basilica - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Teatro La Fenice - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Rialto Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Doge's Palace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Restaurants

‪Marchini Time - ‬3 min walk
‪Ai Mercanti - ‬4 min walk
‪Palace Bonvecchiati - ‬2 min walk
‪La Terrazza - ‬3 min walk
‪Ostaria ai Fabbri - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming canal view apart few steps from San Marco Square, quiet hidden corner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming canal view apart few steps from San Marco Square, quiet hidden corner?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming canal view apart few steps from San Marco Square, quiet hidden corner?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming canal view apart few steps from San Marco Square, quiet hidden corner located?

Located in Venice City Center, this apartment building is steps away from Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo and St. Mark's Square. St Mark's Campanile and St. Mark's Basilica are also within 5 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 25 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 25 minutes.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Sheila D.

17 November 2024

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty under stocked poor communication

First we were told we would need to wait 1.5 hours with our luggage until the host could meet us. I told him we’d be there before 6p. Later I said between 2-3p. He texted that since I said before 6 he made plans and was busy until 4:30p. Check in was listed as 2p so I found this upsetting. The bathroom was filthy. The host made excuses for that saying perhaps the cleaner used it. I sent him pictures of the toilet seat and a soiled doily. There was no dishwashing liquid Or paper towels. There were no filters for a coffee maker that requires them. There was an empty shampoo container in the bathroom and empty dishwashing liquid container in the bathroom. The TV was about 18” wide if that. The floor in the main bedroom was very dusty. The main bedroom also sported a mop and other cleaning implements out in the open.The online pictures are far nicer than the apartment. The hall in the building had a foul odor. It is very close to St Marks. That was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo K., London

3 January 2015

AWESOME! Loved this apartment

This is one of the best apartments we've ever stayed in. The location is incredible, just a two minute walk from busy St Mark's Square but is so quiet and peaceful. The beds were great, the apartment spacious and you can watch some of the gondola rides (and be serenaded) from the living room window. There were two adults and two kids staying here and we had the best time. Andrea was great to deal with and responded quickly to my many questions. I highly recommend this apartment and would stay here again if we go back to Venice.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

21 August 2014

Convenient, spacious apartment

This is a great, spacious apartment that is steps from St. Marco's Square. We enjoyed the gondola traffic beneath our living room windows. The kitchen was well equipped, too. There are lots of places nearby to eat and to buy food to take home. The only drawback we experienced was the intermittent internet connection. Thankfully we were out most of the day so it wasn't a problem.

8/10 Good

Michele I.

5 August 2018

Perfect location and size!

This apartment is private and quiet and the perfect location for a few nights in Venice. We were a family of 4 and stayed 2 nights. Roberto was our contact and very easy to get in touch with and accessible. Matilde met us at the water taxi stop, walked us to the apartment and showed us all we needed. She even recommended two amazing restaurants for dinner. She also came at check out and directed us to the stop to get to the train station. The apartment was clean and comfortable. There was an issue with the AC but the owner compensated us for the two nights. Just double check if AC is a must for you. Overall, a great two nights in Venice!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Satoko M.

9 September 2017

Good location, but some things to keep in mind

We loved the location and the view from the apartment. I decided to write some things that I think it will be helpful for future guests. Hopefully the host won't be too defensive. The contact person kept changing up to the last minute which made me a bit nervous, but Matilde, the person who met us at the water bus station was great. When we left, she had to check us out earlier than she planned because another guest locked themselves out and she had to go help them. However, she hurried back to help us to the water bus station. When you look this place up, it will probably show up in US dollar or whatever the currency you set as. But when it comes to payment, it will be in Euro. So depending on the conversion rate at that time, it can make a difference. Also, if you use Paypal to pay, you are responsible to pay for processing fee, not the host. And the tourist tax amount I was quoted kept changing. I was told that my 7 yr old child will be charged since she is older than 6yr old. But I found out that the anyone under 10yr old is exempted and should not be charged at all. So I had to email the host to clarify it. It is a small amount, but inconsistency made me feel a bit uncomfortable. The place smelled like cigarette first time I walked in. Maybe some guests didn't follow the rule, but we got used to it after a while. The floor felt sandy, so I had to vacuum right after I checked in. There is basically no condiments to cook with. I finally found salt, but that was it. So if you plan on cooking there, but don' t want to bother going to the market and bringing back big bottles, bring a small amount of whatever you think you need, i.e. Oil, pepper, coffee. The washing machine smelled mildewy which didn't improve after using it a couple of times. My clothes smelled ok though. Oh, the Italian washing machine seems to take a long time, so give yourself more than 2 hours to finish the laundry. The wi-fi was unreliable. It basically stopped working even after rebooting, so I gave up. There will be working boats( trash collecting boat and construction boat, etc)going by the canal in the morning. We enjoyed watching them, but if you are sensitive to noise and want to sleep in, bring earplugs. TV didn't work, but radio did. Shower water temperature was a little tricky to control to keep it at the optimum temperature(for me). Over all, It was a unique and convenient location and we enjoyed watching gondolas going by : )

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

1 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tipico Veneziano e vista canale magnifica

Abbiamo scelto questo appartamento per la sua posizione, solo due minuti a piedi da Piazza San Marco, per la magnifica vista canale, e anche per il suo stile. A noi piace infatti soggiornare in ambienti tipici del posto che visitiamo, e questo appartamento era proprio quello che cercavamo. Il pavimento in battuto veneziano, i soffitti con travi a vista, ed i lampadari in vetro di Murano, uniti alla stupenda vista canale, hanno reso il nostro soggiorno squisitamente Veneziano. L'appartamento è poi silenzioso, pulito e in ordine, con tutto quello che serve. Letti comodi. Grazie ad Andrew che ci ha incontrato alla fermata del vaporetto e condotto all'appartamento, dandoci tanti buoni consigli. Abbiamo molto apprezzato il servizio.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

17 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appartamento eccezionale

Abbiamo soggiornato in questo appartamento dove precedentemente sono stati i miei genitori. Si sono trovati talmente bene che hanno deciso di regalarci questo soggiorno, e devo dire che avevano proprio ragione. L'appartamento è in puro stile veneziano e con una vista canale magnifica. La posizione poi è quanto di meglio si possa desiderare per visitare facilmente tutte le principali attrazioni della citta' senza perdere troppo tempo in spostamenti. Appartamento al top! !!veneziana.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

31 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastico appartamento

Appartamento in tipico stile Veneziano con magnifica vista su un canale, proprio quello che cercavamo. Abbiamo particolarmente apprezzato la posizione, centralissima ma tranquilla, lo stile dell'appartamento, con le sue lampade in vetro di Murano e il pavimento tipico, la vista canale, con il continuo passaggio di bellissime gondole, e il servizio offerto da Andrew, che ci ha incontrato alla fermata del vaporetto e ci ha condotto all'appartamento, descrivendoci nel frattempo i dintorni e dandoci tanti consigli su negozi tipici e ottimi ristoranti, un "plus" molto gradito. Consigliamo questo appartamento sotto tutti i punti di vista.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

29 February 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Venice Apartment

This apartment was exactly as listed. The view out the windows was incredible. We loved the activity on the canal, especially watching the gondolas go by. The communication from both the property owner and the manager was excellent. The management company sent a representative to meet our water taxi from the airport. Not only did she guide us to the apartment, she also gave us tons of tips for our stay with notes and directions. We frequented the little cafe next to the courtyard for our morning croissants and cappuccinos. The location one block from San Marco was perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

24 February 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location. Accommodating host.

Great recommendations on food. Everything explained very well. So close to Piazza San Marco. Accommodating by providing a crib. We will try to stay at this place again when we return to venice!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Maryann R.

5 December 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

venice stay at Property ID 424184

Property was comfortable and easy access to top visitor sites. However more info needed left as to exact location and a map would have been great, even though getting lost was an adventure!. Did not have luck with heat, internet or TV, again instruction would be helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C., Columbus, Ohio USA

28 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and wonderful host/hostess.

We had a magical time in Venice. The place was spotless and Matilda was so helpful! She met us at the water bus stop to walk us to the apartment. She gave us a list of suggested restaurants and pointed out important locations on the map. All communication was prompt and the apartment was exactly as described.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas A.

27 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Highly recommended

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

mary e.

24 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time. Great location

Lost a lot. It’s Venice 👍

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

20 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location imaginable!

We loved the entire experience from communication with Roberto to the sweet gal who met us at the vaparetto stop and walked us (quickly) to the lovely apartment. We spent hours looking out the windows at the gondolas passing in the canal beneath us. And we loved the surrounding neighborhood and it’s shops and restaurants. Then it’s so close to San Marco Square and we were able to hang out there frequently or leave from there to Burano. We want to return to Venice, and will stay here when we do!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Gerardo A.

2 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location but some issues with the apartment

WiFi didn't,t work most of the time, TV didn't work and other small issues

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott S., Barrie, Canada

7 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clean and comfortable.

Very clean and well situated. As advertised. 5 minute walk to St. Mark's square. Comfortable accommodation for 4 (although there were just the 2 of us) - a nice queen size bed in one bedroom and two singles in the other bedroom. Lots of storage space. Nice that it overlooks the gondolier route. Recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eliza G.

5 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic apartment in the middle of everything

Our family of three LOVED our four-day stay at this apartment. The apartment is located right in the middle of the most popular part of venice, which was very convenient. The canal view was magical. The sounds of church bells, lapping water, and singing gondoliers coming in through the windows was really special and added so much atmosphere to our time in the apartment. Our daughter loved the pull-out trundle bed and made the most of her upper and lower sleeping options. We were sad to leave. I highly recommend the apartment to anyone, especially families with children.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

2 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

This is a great apartment near the piazza . Pros - The booking process, check in / check out and all communication was easy. The beds were comfortable. The place was cool, air conditioner worked great! and the best part - hearing/seeing the gondolas outside the window was a treat! Cons - There was a bit of noise from the canal, but that goes without saying. If you want a view of the canal you should expect some noise. The wifi wasn't the best for us. Roberto tried to have it reset from the ISP but it didn't help. Maybe if we were there longer we would have done some trouble shooting, but we weren't there for the internet. Any social media posts were done elsewhere ;) I would highly recommend this apartment!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol C., Sugar Land, TX

1 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This was a perfect apartment for our stay. It was central to everything. I highly recommend. The communication was excellent. Matilde picked us up from the water taxi with no waiting. Awesome experience. Thank you Roberto!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martha W., Wellington

20 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

If you are planning stay in Venice, this is the place to stay, the apartment very comfortable, it will meet all your expectations, canal view and you will see the gondolas passing by, gondoliers singing, beautiful!, very easy to get in touch with the them, Matilde is a Love, she will pick you up from Rialto stop and will give you all the information you need and Roberto is always in touch with you, the location is THE BEST!, walking distance to EVERYTHING: San Marco plaza, restaurants, all kind of stores, etc., but at the same time quiet to rest, nothing negative to say. RENT THIS APARTMENT

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Rosie T., USA

7 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Apartment is in a great location. We just had bad communication

Bad communication..

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R., Tinton Falls, NJ

20 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Did not disappoint

Too many times you return somewhere and are faced with disappointment. This was not the case with this apartment. Everything was as excellent as in my previous stay and perhaps even better. I traveled with a little higher maintenance companion on this trip but between Roberto and Matilde all questions were answered promptly. Thanks you for having me for a second visit. I think there may be a third in my future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

14 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Location

Took a water bus from airport. Roberto had his colleague meet us at Rialto stop to direct us to the apartment. Perfect location being steps to San Marco Square. Easy walk to Rialto. Great experience.

10/10 Excellent

Katja S.

22 April 2019

Keep it a secret - perfect location and accommodations.

Please don't tell anyone about this location - it is absolutely perfect for a visit to Venice. It's about a block to the Saint Mark's Plaza, a short walk to the Rialto, and an easy stroll to the Academia. It's off the beaten path and isn't inundated by the tourist crowds. The apartment has all you need to cook your own meals, and the Wifi is sufficient for most needs. Best of all, your feel like a local with your own courtyard entrance and second story windows that directly overlook a canal with moderate gondola traffic. When I return to Venice, this is where I will stay. Matilde, the property manager, was so very helpful and accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Andrew

Owner and Manager, 12 yo HomeAway Trusted member

Why they chose this property

Friend's apart

What makes this property unique

Unique canal view with gondolas passage (all day long), heart of Venice, just few steps behind Saint-Mark square, quiet hidden corner, perfect for easy sight seeing.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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