Ca Contessa is a lovely and comfortable apartment for suitable for a couple. It is well presented and was spotlessly clean on our arrival.
The location in the Castello area close to Arsenale provides a great mix of being close enough to be able to quickly access the main Venice sights on foot yet provides a great oasis of calm to return too at any time.
There are a great range of restaurant, cafe and bar options within 5 minutes walk of the apartment and many local food shops.
Vaperetto (water bus) stops are nearby and its a 10 minute walk to the north of the main island where you can catch a ferry to Murano or Burano. San Marco is a 10 minute walk.
Michele was a great host and waited to greet us from the airport Vaperetto even though our flight was delayed. There were nice welcoming touches left in the apartment my Michele and his wife. Michele also kept in touch by text during our stay but was never intrusive.
It should be noted that the apartment may not be suitable for those with mobility issues as it is on the 3rd floor of the building and the access stairs are narrow. There is also no outside space for residents.
Michele was a very friendly, helpful and considerate host and we would thoroughly recommend this property to anyone looking for a break in Venice.