Ca’Dei Armeni is a wonderful apartment to explore the beautiful nooks and crannies of Venice. It is located just a few blocks from crowded Piazza San Marco and the bustling Rialto Bridge. But it is tucked in to a quiet little area of this otherwise busy section of the city. We felt like we were far from the crowds even though we were in the heart of it all. Our host, Isacco, provided us with detailed directions to the apartment that were spot-on and easy from the Rialto vaporetto dock (an straight forward 5 minute walk away).
We were met by Isacco’s wife who showed us around the apartment, offered us the apartment book with much useful information about the apartment and the area, and a very useful restaurant guide then left us to enjoy our stay.
The apartment itself is beautiful. It mixes old world charm with modern conveniences. The beds were comfortable and the linens lovely. The upstairs bedroom headboard belonged to the host’s wife’s grandparents. It adds charm to this lovely bedroom.
Each evening, we left our windows opened and enjoyed the beautiful view of St. Mark’s Campanile. An added bonus of leaving the windows open, early in the morning a nearby coffee shop begins baking wonderful treats. You won’t hear them baking, you will smell them baking! Wafts of pastry and chocolate filled then air! Can there be a better way to start the day in Venice? I think not!
Communications with Isacco were prompt and excellent. We communicated through the Air BnB app. He was responsive to my inquiries and provided detailed instructions for us as we arrived. Throughout our visit, he checked on us regularly via message to make sure all was well. It was indeed!
Be aware that this apartment is located on the 4th and 5th floor of the building (5th and 6th floor to Americans) with no elevator. Pack lightly (good advice anyway)!