A comfortable apartment set in a tranquil oasis in the heart of San Marco. The garden is idyllic with beautiful shrubs and mature trees. We returned for lunch each day to relax and enjoy wine and local deli delicacies. You can pick out the garden on Google Earth. Look for the white steps and distinctive pattern of stepping stones.

As suggested, we took the water bus alilaguna to San Zaccaria. It took just over an hour but stopping at many locations gave a great introduction and approach to Venice.

We were met at San Zaccaria by Aurial who accompanied us to the apartment and took time to introduce us to the apartment, advise us of local shopping and restaurants and how best to make the most of our time in Venice.

We found this central location a good hub for visiting Venice.

The entrance to the building was on a typical Venetian walk way, between shops and opposite restaurants but walking through the door we entered a different world of peace an greenery.

If you want to be in the heart of Venice but able to quickly escape the hustle and bustle this is the place to be.

We really enjoyed our stay here.