I reserved this terrific apartment for a group of six friends, as we were to spend a few days in Venice before leaving on a cruise. We were absolutely delighted with every aspect of the stay. Alain was very very helpful in every detail. His responses were quick, and he also gave us a lot of info as to restaurants and other local info via his blog.

He was also gracious in allowing us to host a small cocktail party for other friends who were in Venice for the cruise. Everyone just raved about our fabulous "Palazzo" home. The "salon" is indeed quite spectacular, and huge at 1,400 sq. ft! The furniture is admittedly rather old, but the overall charm of the place makes this apartment a perfect and romantic choice for a stay in Venice.

This not a modern place, but it's "old Venice" with an amazing history, making it quite a unique residence. There are even many old photographs of the Gradenigo Family, who still live in parts of the Palazzo; and their family dates back to the very beginning of Venice. There is a framed Family Tree in the apartment, with the first ancestor dated at 697 A.D.!

The location on a quiet canal, yet very near the train station, is wonderful. And there are charming views down the canal from the very large windows.

And there is nothing like arriving via "Motoscafi" (private water taxi), at the very front gate of your Venice home... your own Palazzo.

For a small group or a family, you simply cannot do better than staying at the Palazzo Gradenigo!

I have visited Venice many times over decades, and I recommend this apartment very highly.