Cristina’s place is wonderfully unique. If you think it looks like the interior of a yacht, it does! Beautiful wood panelling everywhere and cleverly hidden away amenities (a small kitchenette). The bed and armchairs are very cosy and comfy. There are extra pillows if you need them.
The location is superb. We parked in the tronchetto and got the vaporetto over, which was all surprisingly easy (thanks to helpful info from Cristina). The stop for Cristina’s place was the third one and then it was less than 5 minutes walk to the apartment. We were there in no time and Cristina had arranged for the helpful and lovely Vera to greet us and show us around.
As soon as you step out of the apartment you are looking at a big stretch of water - you know you’re in Venice! We took full advantage of it in the late afternoon sun by sitting on the wall, sipping prosecco and watching the boats go by. The cruise ships are quite a spectacle!
Exploring the city is easy from Cristina’s place. Just a short walk to the big wooden bridge to cross the grand canal and you are in San Marco. A friend of mine local to the area recommended a place for pizza and I can honestly say it is one of the best pizzas I have ever eaten! If you like the sound of that, you must go to Pomodoro Rossa, just off San Marco square.
We had such a brilliant time in Venice and a lot of that was due to staying at Cristina’s place. I would highly recommend!