This third-story apartment--ON the Grand Canal--and yards from the intersection with the only other major "thoroughfare" canal in Venice--offers a wonderful vantage-point from which to observe the early-morning waterway traffic that underpins the unique charm of Venice. An early morning observer might see large boats dock just below to deliver tons of goods (food-stuffs, beer barrels, etc..) which are transferred to hand-drawn carts that can manage the narrow, pedestrian-only "streets" of Venice. In a reverse-flow of materials, boats probably found only in Venice use the carts they carry to fetch rubbish and recyclables to the same dock for removal. Meanwhile, every conceivable kind of passenger, police and commercial boat slowly passes by, somehow skillfully managing to avoid collisions. Occasionally that calm, virtually wakeless navigation is interrupted by a water-ambulance, alarm sounding, and leaving a very impressive wake behind it.
The building is somewhat sparse in common areas but shows the impressive decor of a splendid old mansion. It also has a small, walled garden in back.
The apartment is well-appointed and a very close to everything you need to settle into, and to set out on, a wonderful Venetian adventure.
Your host, Valeria, will give you an orientation to the apartment and provide the essential info you need to fill your day with great memories and your tummy with delicious local specialties.