The Painter’s House is in the most superb location - just a few streets back from the bustling Rialto bridge, yet so quiet and peaceful, especially in the evenings. It’s also a short walk to the famous Venetian fish and produce market, which sells the most incredible variety of fish and vegetables. We bought amazing tuna, swordfish, prawns, samphire and baby courgettes, as well as organic fruit - all so delicious!
The apartment itself is lovely and spacious (a very good size for four people), as well as very clean and comfortable. Good kitchen facilities include a coffee machine, toaster and kettle (although note there is no oven, just a 4-ring gas hob for stovetop cooking). We loved being able to open the windows and look out over the adjacent canal to watch boats passing along beneath.
Lastly, and most importantly in my opinion, communication with Laura was prompt, friendly and helpful, and her son Dimitri (and his wife) are the best Air BnB hosts we’ve ever come across. Their welcome was warm and helpful (rushing out to get us washing liquid when I asked about the washing facilities), and they were extremely helpful organising our return transfer to the airport.
I would not hesitate to stay here again, and will be passing this address on to all my friends and family who wish to visit Venice. There’s nowhere better!