We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Benedetta’s apartment. Staying in July 2019 it was exactly as pictured and really quite spacious. Importantly, both the main bed and the pull out bed were comfortable and there was lots of space in the lounge to relax. Also, Benedetta gave us some pointers that added to our trip and had maps ready too. Her suggestion to see Venice in early morning was spot on. So quiet before 8:00am.
The location is excellent. If you want to eat out the campo adjacent to the apartment has a few nice restaurants and for eating in you are 50m from the local grocery store which is well provisioned. The campo beside the apartment is one of the best we saw on our travels and gets used by locals and visitors. It’s quiet but also lively and you have a lovely canal at your doorstep too.
Other location benefits are the Vaporetto stop close by, lots of street signs to the Natural History Museum just down the alley (very helpful for navigating) and its proximity to both the bus and train stations. If you can manage a few smaller bridges you can roll your cases there in about 20 minutes or there are porter services just outside the train station.
Any improvements Benedetta could make? We missed some kitchen comforts and think a toaster, kettle and frying pan would be a great addition. It was very hot when we stayed and I struggled a little because of no air conditioning.
Overall experience at Benedetta’s: Brilliant, thank you very much!
TOP TIPS:
Arriving at Marco Polo Airport and want to get the bus to Venice? Tickets are just outside the baggage reclaim, don’t buy till you get outside it’s very easy and 8 Euros per person one way.
Buy a 24 hour Vaporetto ticket at some point during your stay and ride round the full lagoon (2 line is good for this). Best money we ever spent. Visit Lido if you can just for the experience as part of this. I’m not good on boats and I loved it, so calm.
St Marks Tower: You must go up. Tickets were 8 Euros I think but again worth every penny.
Beware the mosquitos…there are a lot!
Verona: If you have a week in Venice visit Verona. 90 minutes by train for about 15 Euros each. You’ll be glad you did, it's stunning. (Note: the old town is 20 minutes walk STRAIGHT AHEAD when you get off the train).