This apartment is as stunning as the listing photos suggest, a grand space in a grand building. Clearly a lot of money was invested in the initial remodel—you can see it in the high-tech central a/c (controlled from the touch screen by the front door, ignore the individual thermostats), high-end kitchen appliances, handsome bathroom fixtures, and elegant furnishings.
Having said that, there were enough fit/finish issues to remind us that we weren’t really paying for a premium place. Handles that fall off. Missing baseboard. WiFi that connects but is so slow you can’t do much on it (hopefully fixed by now!). No ledges/shelves to put things on in the bathroom/shower.
Also be aware that the 3-8pm check-in window is very strict. Our flight was delayed and we couldn’t get to the apartment until after 8pm so we had to pay a 30 Euro cash penalty to the lady who helped us check in (the fee goes up to 50 Euros if you arrive between 10pm-midnight).
Venice also has very strict rules about garbage collection, so you have to take your own garbage to the barge down the block between 6:30-8:30am the morning you leave or the host will charge you a 50 Euro penalty (the barge doesn’t come on Sunday). Our flight left too early to do this so we ended up taking all our garbage with us and throwing it away at the airport. Again, not really a problem but not exactly a premium experience.
Location was convenient and hosts were responsive to messages and sent detailed info/instructions/tips well in advance of our trip. The apartment really does have a glamorous feel (those high, painted ceilings!) and coming home from a muggy day on the canals to that a/c was marvelous. Linens were also very soft! All in all had a great time in Venice.