4 Guests
1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
Ground Floor
150 mq
Dorsoduro
The Contarini apartment is located next to the fascinating Campo San Barnaba, in the Dorsoduro District, surrounded by picturesque canals and beautiful Palazzi.
Once upon a time a Squero (boat yard) it has been converted in a charming historic apartment characterized by a long and spacious living area (boat construction required large open space) fitted with fascinating antique furniture.
The tall ceiling with large skylights and the old wooden trusses enhances the uniqueness of this place. After the entrance room there is a full bathroom with bathtub and shower screen, the kitchen follows immediately before reaching the loft-style living room. The kitchen has been restored in 2021 therefore it is functional and fully equipped with contemporary electrical appliances, plus it opens on the dining area through an antique stones window, making it easy and convivial to cook for your guests.
Beside plenty of sofas and couches, the loft is equipped with a brand-new queen-size wall-bed that can be hidden behind a heavy curtain separating what we consider the second bedroom from the living room. When the second bed is not needed the same space can be used as a lovely canal view reading room: with some effort it is possible to open the private water door and choose a book from the large library available at the apartment, sitting right in front of the gondolas sliding along the canal savouring a good glass of wine, that's Venice!
You can access the master bedroom located at the first floor through a rather narrow wooden stairway. It measures about 30 square meters, features high wooden beamed ceiling, is particularly luminous and two of the four windows face the canal. There is also a small toilet room accessible through a short staircase.
Away from the "hustle and bustle" of Piazza San Marco, this is the perfect place to enjoy this beautiful city at its best. Being home to the renowned Venice Ca' Foscari University the general vibe of the area is creative, youthful and relaxed. The district heart is Campo Santa Margherita, only 2 minutes’ walk from the Contarini apartment: in the daytime you can find a nice open-air market, children playing, locals walking dogs, shops and cafes; in the evening you could treat yourself at one of the trendy or classical bars and restaurants that are open until around midnight.
Summarizing, the Contarini is a characteristic apartment, not particularly recommended for families with small children because of the fragility of its furniture. It is a rare find in its kind: top-located, full of history and charm, recommended for those who love experiencing the truly Venetian lifestyle.
TOURISTI RENTAL ID: IT027042C29SYPGQRA
Distances
2 minute walk to Campo Santa Margherita
2 minute walk to the supermarket and groceries
5 minute walk to the Accademia Bridge
Closest Stops
- Vaporetto: Cà Rezzonico - line 1
- Alilaguna: Cà Rezzonico - Orange line
Features
- Welcoming service
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- First or Ground Floor
- Very spacious
- Canal view
- Smart TV
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Elektric kettle
- Nespresso machine
- Toaster
- Oven
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries starting kit
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- High quality linen and towels
- Smoke-free apartment
Additional services on request
- Arrival out schedule
- Water taxi bookings
- Baby high chair
- Baby bed (cot)
- Porter service
- Private Venice Tours
- Private chef
- Cooking Classes
- Welcome pack grocery shopping
- Extra cleaning and laundry service
- Weekly cleaning with linen and towel change
Floorplan
Check-in
14:00 - 20:00 everyday
Check-out
before 10:00 am
Please contact us in advance for arrivals outside the usual schedule.
Bed Configuration
In each apartment description it is clearly stated if the beds are single, double, queen or king size.
Please refer to the specifications below to know the standards:
90 cm × 200 cm (35 in × 79 in), common single bed.
140 cm × 200 cm (55 in × 79 in), French Double size.
160 cm × 200 cm (63 in × 79 in), French Queen size.
180 cm × 200 cm (71 in × 79 in), French King size.
200 cm × 200 cm (79 in × 79 in), very rare Californian King size.
Master bedroom
Queen size bed
Living room
Double sofa bed
Sofa Bed not needed
Map
Testimonials
Absolutely gorgeous home - felt like walking into a museum with the most amazing access to the canal straight from the living room. Bed was incredibly comfortable. The whole place was pristinely clean. The location was excellent as you’re just outside the tourist hotspot so it felt homely and local. There was good food within a 2-3 min walk in all directions. The Aircon works well! - all in all, a perfect place.
Harry (August 2026)
Where do I begin? This place is absolutely stunning. Staying here felt like living inside a museum. The skylight and the door opening directly to the canal gave it an unmistakably Venetian atmosphere that no hotel could replicate. It's a genuinely unique home, and that made all the difference in our trip.
The location couldn't be better. Bars, restaurants, and coffee shops are all within easy walking distance, making it effortless to explore. Having a water taxi nearby was an unexpected bonus that made getting around the city a breeze.
If you're looking for something beyond the ordinary, look no further. We'd come back in a heartbeat.
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