I had been to Venice twice before, but I wouldn’t say I knew the city well. But, like every Americano, I knew San Marco. Thought that may be a convenient spot to be, but worried about the crowds/noise.
I needed a flat with two bathrooms as I was traveling with my 15 year old daughter and her friend. Giorgio’s apartment looked good on paper.
Giorgio was extremely responsive- communicated clearly and I could tell by the demeanor of his replies, he was a gentle, friendly soul. He gave us explicit directions to take the boat from airport to Rialto. We set up a time to meet, but as we sailed thru the airport, I realized we would be there an hour earlier than I had told him. I sent him a txt and he said no problem.
He met us there and led us to his apartment just an 8 minute walk (with only two bridges to cross). What a great location!
I gave the girls the Master suite with its own bathroom and a balcony overlooking a canal, where the gondolas pass throughout the day and evening. A few of them singing. It was fabulous.
The flat had a large kitchen with all the amenities. Including a combo washer/dryer. The living room had a large dining table, an extremely comfy sofa that folded out, and other stylish furniture pieces.
The small bedroom had two single beds, closet, ironing board and iron. The small bath, is typical European small with sink, mirror, toilet and a small, but not tiny shower with great water pressure. Lots of large fluffy towels!
The Master has a double bed nice furniture, the en suite had large shower toilet, bidet, and good mirror space.
The space is really great. Only one floor up so you don’t have to do too many stairs. The one flight also puts you close to the canal so the action is fantastic.
Regarding noise, there is some from the restaurants below...at night the pigeons can coo a bit much. In the morning don’t be surprised to be wakened by music.
Giorgio was a terrific host, always reachable thru WhatsApp to answer a million questions that had nothing to do with his apartment.
As stated above, the location is soooo convenient- and the apartment perfectly appointed.
On another note, we really enjoyed Venice...but don’t miss a trip to Burano. We did it our last evening, arriving there about 5pm as the crowds were leaving (I really recommend that time!). We strolled around. Many of the shops were starting to close, but we didn’t go there to shop. We ate dinner then walked to another island over the bridge to a vineyard (there are two great upscale, casual restaurants there as well). The side trip to Burano was a perfect calm-down from the crowds and Frenzy of Venice.
Thank you Giorgio for being a perfect host! Ten Stars!