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Experience Venice like the venetian live it day by day !

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
TV, DVD player, books, video library
View from property
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 345 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Venezia, Veneto
  • Rialto Bridge
    8 min walk
  • St. Mark's Square
    13 min walk
  • St. Mark's Basilica
    13 min walk
  • Venice (VCE-Marco Polo)
    119 min walk

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About the area

Venice

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Venice, within a 15-minute walk of St. Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge. .This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St. Mark's Basilica and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bridge of Sighs.
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What's nearby

  • Rialto Bridge - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Mark's Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Mark's Basilica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Teatro La Fenice - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Doge's Palace - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Algiubagiò - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antico Gatoleto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Pizzeria da Alvise - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Puppa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Colonna - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience Venice like the venetian live it day by day !

In this pretty apartment with nice view on the rooftops of Venice You can discover the real venetian life. Most of the venetians do not have their house at the Canal Grande. Narrow streets and the neighbours close up to You. Try this unique and fascinating way of living in Venice just a few steps away from the touristic sightseeings.

Rialto bridge and market close up, museum like Ca D’Oro, churches like the fine renaissance church Santa Maria dei Miracoli just round the corner.
And for a trip to Murano to admire the glass blowers working, take the vaporetto from the close jetty of Fondamenta Nuove.

Welcome to the Loft Contarena !

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
This smoke-free apartment offers a stereo, books, and a video library.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Brankica

Languages

Croatian, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 484 sq ft (45 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
On certain dates of the year, visitors must pay an access fee of EUR 5 per person per day to enter Venice. Those with accommodation in Venice are exempt from paying this. Guests must however request an exemption voucher in advance and present it with an identity document on arrival. To check affected dates and request an exemption, visit cda.comune.venezia.it.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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Experience Venice like the venetian live it day by day ! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cathy g., Renton, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice apartment
We enjoyed our stay in Venice at this cute apartment. It had everything we needed for our stay and was close to cafe's, shops and the vaporetto. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Annalisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and quiet
This place was very comfortable, very clean, and in a great location. We felt safe walking in the evenings. The stairs are a bit tight and steep going up with luggage, but overall a great place. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Welcoming Loft for two walkers
Brankica was very fast to respond with check in instructions and directions. Victoria was very welcoming upon check in and helped us locate the front door. The property is an easy climb up 2-3 flights of steps which provides nice morning sun and quiet all times of day. The fun cow print and artwork provided lots of character. The kitchen was well stocked with dishwater and pantry staples. The bed was very comfortable. The neighborhood is away from the crowds and features a few local restaurants, and the stroll to the active areas of Venice is a great way to transition to the busier areas. The waterbus station is also very close and makes getting to and from the S Lucia train station very easy. Overall, this is a very cozy, comfortable, and clean Venice getaway for a few nights made for people that want to explore the city on foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and clean and groovy
Branika is an excellent host. She was kind enough to meet us and lead us through the maze of narrow passages to the apartment. Everything in the apartment was just like the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location
One of the things that made this loft apartment stand out for me was the location. It was so easy to get to everywhere I wanted to visit from there! And at the same time, it felt like I was getting a taste of what living in Venice is really like. A wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice affordable stay in quiet neighborhood in Venice
Brankica was very communicative, and the place had everything that we needed for our stay. It was very clean. We had some difficulty with check in but were able to communicate with our host to resolve things. This was a great deal, and we would stay here again if it's available if we're in Venice again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Venice area
Brankica was SO helpful, for the months in advance and especially the day of arrival when overheated travelers struggled with a new country and language and new transportation by water bus then walking the narrow streets. Thank you for having someone there to greet us. Location in Cannaregio was great, out of the super busy areas but easy to walk anywhere. Also two great dinner recommendations. We'd do it again gladly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Justin F.

A/C issues
I hate to have to write a negative review, but I feel it’s my responsibility to make people aware of what they’re getting themselves into. The owner was very friendly and communication was fairly easy. There was a slight hiccup at check in where I was told I could come early, but the cleaning lady wasn’t there to let me in. Not a big deal. When I checked in, I noticed that the apartment was very hot and the A/C wasn’t working. After messaging the owner, I was told that it had just broken and would be getting fixed after my stay and that I should just leave the windows open. Because of this, it never got very cool in the apartment. Also, tons of mosquitoes came into the apartment because there are no screens on the windows. I woke up after the first night covered in mosquito bites, and it was hard to fall asleep from all the buzzing. I don’t feel it’s fair for the owner to put on the listing that the apartment has A/C when none is provided. Had I known about this, it would have been a dealbreaker. There wasn’t even a fan to help with circulation. The apartment also wasn’t the cleanest. There was some sort of food inside the coffeemaker, hair in the bathroom, and just a general layer of dust and grime all over. On a positive note, the apartment is nicely decorated and in a great area. I enjoyed coming back to the peace and quiet of Cannaregio after the crowds in the rest of the city. Unfortunately, due to the other issues I can’t recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Purple
This apartment was so well stocked with kitchen ware! I loved the many purple utensils and the cow print refrigerator!! The location was also perfect! I even loved taking the garbage out to the trash collectors, they were SO nice! We also appreciated the host turning on the AC for us. It was warm, and we could not open the windows because of mosquitos. We would have preferred opening the windows to sleep, but you can't avoid nature!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

dave

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I spent 3 nights at the property and it was nice and peaceful. The apartment is located in an area that is mostly inhabited by locals. It's close to the vaporetto which makes getting there and back very easy. The only issue I had was when I arrived, the person I was to meet was not there, nor was anyone else. I messaged her by text and email and eventually got a reply that she would send someone. After another 25 minutes someone arrived to let me in (45 minutes after my scheduled arrival). However it became clear something was not right and I was eventually told that the apartment needed to be cleaned and I could come back in an hour. That is not what I wanted to do at that point... after 2 train rides totalling over 6 hours...I was tired and wanted to relax. Not knowing if I'd ever be able to settle in, I left to find something to eat and returned 45 minutes later and found her still there cleaning, but she let me in and left...the smell of floor cleaner in the air. Other than this, it was a good experience but I'm not sure why the apartment wasn't ready for me as I had booked it months in advance. Hopefully mine was an isolated incident... communication was generally very good otherwise
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great loft to live like a local
The loft apartment was as described. It was clean, the bed comfortable, and pillows were good. The place is very quiet! The kettle was appreciated for morning coffee. There was a notebook with wifi info, and a page of info on trash & recycling. Very particular instructions. We recycle as well, but there were many instructions. We took trash out and put in bins daily, but did leave some in receptacle the day we left. Hopefully we did it right! We tried to leave it clean, except for dirty towels. There was a washer, but it was all in Italian, and i had no idea which buttons to push, otherwise we might have washed all the towels. Maybe a tip for host, to leave instructions for washer in english, also contact or emergency information, or phone number in that book. The host gave us a map, but it was difficult to find. Thank goodness she was watching for us, and yelled out a window. The number above the door of the building where we entered was faded and not readable. It needs repainted. There are also many narrow steep stairs, so you need to be able to carry your luggage up. Overall this was a wonderful location and place to stay. We stayed 6 nights and walked everywhere. Thank you Branika! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The apartment had everything we needed. It was in a lovely quiet location but really handy for the vaporetto and a short walk to the Rialto Bridge. We followed Brankica’s recommendation and ate nearby at the Osteria alla Frasca. We had a delicious meal in this lovely small restaurant. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Venice get away
Great location. Clean and Cozy. Highly recommend. We were celebrating our anniversary and our Host left us a special treat as a gift. So kind and thoughtful. Thank you!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Grant, Kamloops

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice apartment in a great location. About a :15 min walk to most sights, or :05 min to the nearest vaporetto dock. It was clean and comfortable and Brankica was a great host. You do need to be judicious about opening the windows at night as there are some pesky mosquitoes. Overall very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable apartment in a great location!
We felt so cozy and comfortable in this apartment. The host gave us great advice to purchase a vaporetto pass for the week.. best decision! We saw so much while in Venice! Great location very close to grocery store and vaporetto.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daphne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon hit
The hosts were incredibly gracious- as soon as they knew when and how we were arriving they sent very detailed directions on how to get to the apartment. The greeting and introduction were great! The apartment was exactly as pictured online!! Perfect for my new husband and I as we navigated the streets and canals of Venice. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely space, great location
Had a great time. Close to some amazing restaurants, right by vaporetto stops, away from the crowds yet very accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and welcoming. We were very pleased with staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful time
very nice place, loved the location too
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful staying place!
Me. Brankica,she is a wonderful host and very care of visitors. We got to find her house very easily because she came to find us in the middle of corner street.Her house actually very nicer than picture like super clean and very convenience location!!!it’s awesome! She provides some foods and enough to cook wear for cooking. So we made a nice dinner as well only one thing, the shower system water temperature is very sensitive working so it’s caution of hot water and a little bit weak water power with shower head. But it’s definitely we would stay there again when we go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of an apartment in Venice!
This spotlessly clean, fully equipped, 3-story walkup apartment in a classic, old Venetian building is exactly how the photos depict it. The apartment is a few minutes walk to a great supermarket selling delicious meats, cheeses, wines, breads, paper goods, you name it; produce stand with super fresh fruits and veggies; the fantastic Osteria Alla Frasca restaurant (reservations required); and the Fondamente Nove water boat, taxi and ferry station where there is a great place for after dinner drinks/snacks. At the restaurant on the water you will be seranaded by a local accordian player! The safe neighborhood is exclusively residential and quiet (children playing but early to bed!). If you want to get into the touristy parts, no problem to walk via the many canal bridges. We cooked in 2 nights out of the 5 nights we stayed there (we were tired after touring all day) and had everything we needed to make quite good meals. The owner, Brankica, was extremely attentive to our needs, helped with negotiating travel, and responded quickly to our questions via Whats App. There was an issue with the AC. She accompanied the technician to fix it. We were comfortable with the temperature ( donot expect sub zero temps like your home or hotel in the states) and in the evening we opened the kitchen and rear windows a bit for a wonderful breeze. The only early morning sounds you will hear will be the seagulls and early morning boatmen traveling the canals. Highly recommend this apt!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Mississauga

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation in Venice
Really enjoyed my stay. The apartment had all the amenities and was comfortable. It was close to transportation and not a far walk to major attractions, but it was far enough away so it was quiet. If I find myself back in Venice I would definitely stay again and I would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in Venice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After traveling staying in a place like home was a nice peaceful change. The owner was EXTREMELY HELPFUL in giving directions to these two 60 plus travelers to locate the place. Very well located to get to anywhere you need all the while away from the "tourist" area for peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, clean, comfortable and convenient
Perfect for our needs. Extremely clean and conveniently near boat shuttle from airport, as well as all of Venice’s sights. Clear directions and easy to find. We appreciated being able to drop our bags early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023