Chiara is truly a super host. From initial correspondence until check out communication was quick, cordial, and truly accommodating. We spent 9 nights in this lovely apartment. It is clean, spacious and very nicely furnished. Unlike some rentals, this one combines the modern, updated apartment with lovely antique pieces and a nice touch of decorative items and artwork. Upon entering you really feel like you are at home. The beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms very nicely laid out and with good water pressure. The view from one of the bedrooms and living room is lovely, overlooking a garden and canal. Since Chiara lives in the building, should you need something, she is readily available and responds quickly.
The location is ideal as it is close to everything yet away from the crowds. I have relatives in Venice so I’m familiar with getting around and knowing where things are, so we didn’t avail ourselves of Chiara’s expertise. For those who aren’t familiar with the city, I’m sure Chiara would provide great advice. An additional nice touch was the assortment of guides and informative books on Venice she provides on the entry table.
If you have mobility problems, be warned that there are 51 steps up to the third floor. However, there is a small elevator they use for luggage, so we did not find the steps to be a problem.
Next time we are in Venice we will definitely be staying here again. By the end of our stay, we felt that Chiara was not just our host, but a friend. She exudes warmth. Grazie mille Chiara!