Interaction prior to visit is timely. During stay interaction was nearly real-time which was very helpful.
Advance notice provided by Andrea, will not be available to meet at vaporetto or actual location. However, ensured instructions and access will be easy and readily available.
Entering was very easy per instructions provided in advance.
Note - Would have been very nice to know in advance porter service for luggage is available at the vaporetto station by a 3rd party service provider. This way we could have saved time and worry before the visit how luggage transport will occur. In addition, we could have planned to set aside adequate euros for the 70 euro rountrip service.
Pro tip - do not forget to obtain the porters “What’s App” to schedule return service. If you decide to stay at a hotel, the hotel can call a porter on your behalf.
Note - Air B n B always seems to leave a little “mystery” as to where the property actually is - use the Duodo Palace Hotel as the landmark on Google Maps as the entrance is literally in very same tiny courtyard, less than 15 paces away.
Pro tip - confirm in advance with the host what the “city tax” will be as this is a cash requirement (in addition to porter service, if needed).
Overall - Didn’t have time to use or spend time understanding how to use any kitchen appliances. Was just hoping for a nice place to sleep for a couple days.
Full kitchen including laundry machine available. Everything appeared to be modern, good working order.
Temperature was moderate so no fans or air conditioner required, therefore cannot comment.
Accommodation - to maintain the peaceful ambiance of the bedroom (similar to a studio apartment layout). Luggage was placed in the kitchen / entrance area. Should we have depended on the kitchen, this would not be possible.
Bedroom and windows (view) are absolutely beautiful and worth any trade-offs.
Gondola station a short walk away near the “Hard Rock” cafe provide consistent views throughout the day of gondolas passing by.
This visit took a gondola twice and advise to hire gondola service location other than the Hard Rock location.
Unfortunately cannot truly take in the view with windows open as mosquitoes were in attendance due to optimum proximity to canal.
Note - for Light sleepers. Starting at 3AM the supply boats use the same route and can be heard. Was actually very cool to watch as I’m an early riser.
First challenge during stay lighting inside the bathroom/toilet is limited, basically felt dark as the walls are dark too.
Same with the bedroom area too.
Second challenge during stay, no advice as to where to store luggage since we were leaving Venice 5 hours after checkout.
Note - several luggage storage facilities are available in Venice.
Third challenge during stay, no advice on how to maneuver luggage if needed or required.
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