Arriving in Venice in early August (peak tourist season) this beautiful apartment was a haven of calm. The modern apartment, set in a gorgeous 17th century building, is situated literally right on the Grand Canal. It is located next door to the Peggy Guggenheim Museum and surrounded by art galleries, interesting shops and restaurants. Although on the opposite side of the canal, from Piazza San Marco, it is an easy walk across a bridge to the square and many of the famous sites – but far away enough from the maddening crowd to experience authentic Venice.
Giovanna was a most gracious and helpful host and gave us a number of good recommendations for restaurants etc. I cannot recommend Marialuisa and Giovanna’s apartment highly enough – a perfect place to stay in Venice.