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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Living area
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Venezia, Veneto
St. Mark's Square
Place, St. Mark's Square
1 min walk
St. Mark's Basilica
Place, St. Mark's Basilica
2 min walk
Doge's Palace
Place, Doge's Palace
3 min walk
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Camera da letto 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bagno 1
Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice
Charming apartment of 60 square meters with exposed beams on the top floor of a building in behind the Magistrates Orseolo Basin and only 20 meters from Piazza San Marco. Completely renovated in 2011 and furnished with taste and refinement with modern furniture combined with precious antiques. Although central, is located in a very quiet and secluded courtyard. From the windows of the living room magnificent view of the bell tower of San Marco and the roofs of Venice. The house consists of entrance hall, kitchen with table for 4 persons, living room with sofa and two armchairs bed, double bedroom with skylight, bathroom with tub and shower. Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, toaster. Heating. In the living room television, art books on Venice, board games, wifi.
Actually located just 20 meters from the magnificent Piazza San Marco: you just have to cross the Ponte dei Dai which is next to the famous Caffè Quadri. The Rialto Bridge is only 10 minutes walk from the house. Here is the famous fish market and fruit which they can truly savor the authentic atmosphere of Venetian life. You will find yourself really in the city center, walk you can reach the most important museums and monuments; the Basilica of San Marco, the Palazzo Ducale, the Campanile, the Correr Museum, the Accademia Gallery, the Guggenheim Museum, the Art Biennale, the Churches. If you want to attend a play, the Teatro La Fenice and Teatro Goldoni are situated just 5 minutes walk. The famous beach of the Lido of Venice and its Palazzo del Cinema can be reached in 15 minutes by water.
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About the area
Venice
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Venice City Center, a neighbourhood in Venice. Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido of Venice Beaches and Marina di Venezia. San Teodoro and Venetian Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as horse riding in the area.
Is Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming home behind Piazza San Marco, panoramic view over the rooftops of Venice located?
Located in Venice City Center, this apartment building is steps away from Museo Correr, St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica. Doge's Palace and Rialto Bridge are also within 10 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 27 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 27 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a fantastic stay in this apartment, located very close to Piazza San Marco. Be prepared for 5th floor walk-up, but it is worth it. Very clean, modern, comfortable beds, very effective air conditioning and wifi. Easy contactless check-in, but attentive and helpful host.
Patricia W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Laura W.
11 July 2012
Great apartment in Venice
This apartment was perfect for our family of four, that offered our sons separate futons. It was nicely renovated and very well equipped. We made the most wonderful tomatoe basil pasta with all fresh ingredients from the market! Situated in a great location we easily made our way around Venice. Being on the fifth floor is a bit of a challenge with luggage but only on arrival and departure. And it may get very hot in the heat of the summer, but I'm told a/c is rare in Venice.
Laura W.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
review describes perfectly the soul of our apartment. It iis a Venetian house not for tourists but rather for lovers of the city.
Since it is an old building has no elevator as indeed almost all Venetian houses.
Also there is no air conditioning because the building is protected by Ministry of Tourism and Arts.
Idéalement situé à proximité de la place Saint Marc, l’appartement est au calme et très agréable. Livia répond très rapidement à toutes nos questions. L’arrivée se fait facilement grâce à ses explications très claires.
Nous reviendrons sans hésiter
Appartamento eccellente immediatamente a ridosso di piazza San Marco. Locale pulito e ben attrezzato. Proprietaria gentilissima. Perfetto per visitare la città.
Rejoindre ce lieux tient du jeu de piste mais avec les conseils avisés de Lidia et de sa Vidéo, ça devient un jeu très sympa pour toute la famille. Arrivés à bon port, l'appartement est spacieux, bien agencé et très bien décoré. Rien ne manque et il y a même toute la batterie de cuisine nécessaire à la préparation de la Pasta Aldente... enfin concernant la situation géographique, difficile de faire mieux, les fenêtres du salon et de la cuisine donnent sur le mur du bâtiment de la place San Marco. Rialto à 300m, Saint Marc à 40m, Gelateria à 30m 😃 et café italien au choix dans un rayon de 50m.
Donc nous recommandons +++ et merci Lidia pour les échanges. Nous reviendrons.
Property was perfect for touring Venice. Access to everything by walking. The place was clean and the air conditioning was the best. The apartment is the penthouse so there is a few steps but well worth the walk.
Matthew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yeganeh
18 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had such a great stay. The appartment is very beautifully decorated, sparkling clean, with comfortable beds and in a great location very close to Saint Mark square.
Lidia was in communication with us, providing detailed direction and ensued all our questions were answered
We stayed here now for the 5th time. That says enough.
Jan Paul T.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Linet M.
13 Aug 2018
Great location but Dark apartment, with many many stairs.
Dark apartment, with many many stairs. No view. Location is perfect so if you’re going to be out all day long then this will work for you but if you would like to have a view and some lighting I wouldn’t recommend it. Also many many stairs difficult caring the luggage up . The owner sent someone to meet us on the water taxi stop and she showed us to the home so that was very nice. And the owner is very very nice and answered all emails promptly.
Linet M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melanie S.
16 July 2018
Wonderful!!!!
We loved our stay! The apartment had plenty of space for our family of 4. Lidia was very helpful!! Thank you!!!
Melanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra L.
4 Sept 2017
Excelente ubicación y atención
El piso está impecable y muy cómodo. Lo mejor su ubicación y como se encuentra en una calle cerrada no hay ruido.
Si venís de Rialto contáis con dos supermercados, Spar y Coop, este último sobre el mismo lado del Spar pero unos pasos más en dirección San Marcos y fue el que más nos gustó por su variedad de carnes frías y quesos.
El snack bar bajo el piso, de Piero e Mauro es extraordinario y no más caro que los panes o pizzas que veréis para llevar, pero en sabor una gran diferencia.
De los vaporetos compramos billete para dos dias de uso ilimitado. La línea 7 os lleva directamente a Murano y saliendo en la última estación en Murano a mano derecha ya podéis ver una fábrica de vidrio. De la parada del Faro tomáis la línea 12 para visitar Burano, que realmente merece la pena verla, no solo por sus tejidos sino por su colorido indescriptible. Bajaros el mapa en Google Maps. El regreso lo hacéis igual y tomáis desde Murano en el faro el vaporeto 7, de lo contrario será muy lento el regreso.
Los jardines de la Biennale aloja Pabellones con exposiciones vanguardistas de cada país. Merece la pena y además se puede comer dentro.
GRACIAS a Lidia y a la encantadora Verónica.
Alexandra L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Margaret B.
3 Aug 2017
Modern apartment in perfect location in Venice
Three of us stayed in this apartment for 3 nights in June - it was a perfect place to stay - we wish we could have stayed longer. Lidia was a great host - she was quick to respond to requests, and helped with travel suggestions ( train connections to Venice from Lucca). Lidia met us at the water ferry ( Vaporetto), even after train delay.
The location of this apartment is wonderful - right above a canal and near San Marco Square. We could walk everywhere around the island and take the Vaporetto as often as we wanted ( had a 72 hour pass - the two college students were able to get great discount by buying the Rolling Venice card!). Staying right next to San Marco Square means you can really feel a part of life in Venice. This air-conditioned apartment has 1 large bedroom, great bathroom, kitchen with dining table, and nice living room with chairs that fold down for extra bed if needed. It is nicely decorated and with windows looking over the canal ( we took a Gondola one afternoon right by the apartment - perfect). The apartment looks just like the photos I will definitely stay here again if it’s available whenever I can return to Venice and I wholeheartedly recommend this place to fellow travelers.
Thank you Lidia for renting this charming apartment in the perfect location in Venice.
Margaret B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Meg H.
5 May 2017
A wonderful Venice experience!
We can not thank you enough Lidia and Danila! The apartment was a perfect location for us. Close to all of the action, yet very quiet. And we appreciate the personal attention of meeting us at the dock and helping us with our lost baggage. So very kind of you. I hope our paths cross again sometime.
Meg H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017
Archival
6/10 Okay
Linda M.
18 Oct 2016
Very clean and adequate for our needs
From the outside, like lots of the other houses, it did not look very impressive but once inside it was up to date and very modern. Biggest draw back was the five flights of stairs which we had not realised about. Description did say top floor but not how many floors.
Linda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
8/10 Good
Randall B.
19 Sept 2016
What an amazing apartment in the heart of Venice. Close to everything that you would want to see.
First of all, our host (Lidia) was so helpful and kind. She met us at the boat landing and escorted us to the apartment. She explained everything in detail and provided great advice on how to be efficient and comfortable in the apartment. She had great recommendations for restaurants and assured us that she was only a phone call away.
The apartment was fantastic. All of the appliances worked as described and the space was open and useful. The bathroom was very smartly laid out and the shower plenty large enough to move around without bumping the sides. All of the windows open to let the cool breeze blow through. When there is no breeze, the apartment's air conditioning system did a great job of keeping the apartment cool so that sleeping was not hampered by the heat outside.
The apartment is a short walk from S. Marco Square and all the connecting boat terminals. Getting around and back was easy and the centrality of the apartment made it nice to start each day near the center of everything. Just a head's up; the apartment is on the top floor so be ready for a stair climb. For us, it was only a challenge on the day we took our luggage up. Other than that, it was just part of the wonder of Venice.
Randall B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nan R.
14 Aug 2016
Wonderful.......
Our July, 2016, stay at Casa Corte delle Ancore was wonderful. It was as described in the Home Away Ad…….everything we expected and more. There are views of the canal and St Mark’s Bell Tower from the windows. The apartment is spacious, spotless, and cool, with the conveniences of updates but still the charm of the original home. The location could not be better……just steps away from restaurants, sites, St. Mark’s Square, shopping, transports, and more.
Lidia met us at the water taxi and we made our way to Casa Corte, a very short distance away. She explained everything we needed to know about the apartment and answered all our questions about Venice……..and believe me, she knows Venice.
Our month long trip included four countries. We stayed in apartments, on a ship, and in hotels. None compared to the quiet quaintness and conveniences of Lidia’s family apartment.
Lidia, we definitely recommend this apartment and would stay there again. You were so very nice and helpful from the day we inquired about your property through the duration of our stay. Thank you!
Nan & Steve
North Carolina, USA
Nan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Nan & Steve for your nice review.
To me it is always very interesting to know such nice and sentive people, your opinion helps me to continue to improve myself.
I hope to see you again. Thank you Lidia
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stéphane C.
24 Apr 2016
confortable et idéalement situé
Charmant petit appartement juste à côté de la place St-Marc.
Sa situation est idéale car facile d'accès lorsque l'on débarque sur la place St-Marc, on a pas beaucoup à marcher avec les valises. Cela permet également de le retrouver facilement dans le labyrinthe de Venise.
Au dernier étage (5ème), c'est juste le premier jour qui est un peu sportif pour monter la valise.
L'appartement est très propre et bien décoré et surtout la literie est très confortable.
Nous avons aussi apprécié le très bon accueil de Lidia (en plus elle parle très bien français)
Nous le recommandons vivement, il ravira tous les couples qui veulent visiter Venise car il est vraiment situé au coeur des sites touristiques.
Pour les restaurants, il y a en a tellement, et des bons, qu'il est diffcile d'en recommander un.
Mais en général, il vaut mieux s'éloigner des lieux touristiques, on paye moins cher pour la même qualité de restauration et c'est la même chose pour les boutiques. Seul désagrément, le harcelement des restaurateurs pour nous attirer qui est assez désagréable.
Stéphane C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Eusebio J.
14 Dec 2015
inmejorable situación. Piso nuevo y bien equipado
Inmejorable situación. Apartamento amplio, muy nuevo y muy bien equipado. Hemos pasado 6 días allí. Lidia la dueña es muy agradable y estuvo en todo momento muy disponible. Lo único malo es que es un 5° sin ascensor, pero esto queda compensado con lo bien que esta el piso.
Eusebio J.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2015
Archival
10/10 Excellent
stéphane l.
17 Nov 2015
Appartement idéal
Appartement parfait, idéalement situé à deux pas de la place San Marco.
Tout confort, richement équipé, silencieux, propre et les photos correspondent à la réalité.
La propriétaire, Lidia, est très gentille et chaleureuse, parle un français parfait et elle est de très bon conseil, nous la remercions.
Conseil de restaurant prés de l'appartement, conseil fourni par Lidia, l'Antica Carbonera, très bon, un peu cher mais le patron est généreux sur le vin et le Limoncello à la deuxième visite.
Pour boire un Spritz à l'apéritif, Campo San Luca, dans une pâtisserie, à deux pas de l'appartement.
Nous gardons l'adresse pour une future visite.
stéphane l.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Elena A.
14 Nov 2015
Maravillosa estancia en Venecia
Estupendo apartamento al lado de la Piazza San Marco, en pleno centro de Venecia pero muy tranquilo a la vez.
Esta también muy accesible desde el Puente de Rialto, así que la localización es inmejorable.
Hay que tener en cuenta que es un 5º piso sin ascensor, por si se lleva mucho equipaje, pero es lo habitual en esa zona y se sube bien.
Tiene todo lo necesario para desayunar y cocinar.
Lidia es encantadora y nos ha atendido perfectamente. ¡Gracias por todo!
Venecia es una ciudad increible que hay que visitar sin dudarlo, y es esta casita se está mas que bien.
Elena A.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2015
Archival
10/10 Excellent
isabel o.
17 Oct 2015
Fantástico!
Precioso apartamento justo detrás de la Piazza San Marco pero ajeno al bullicio de la plaza, limpio y acogedor. Los días fueros un poco calurosos y agradecimos mucho el aire acondicionado. La dueña, Lidia, fue muy amable, explicándonos todo lo que podíamos encontrar por los alrededores, transporte, tiendas, etc.
Lo único que hay que tener en cuenta es que se trata de un quinto piso sin ascensor, por lo demás es perfecto!
isabel o.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
14 Oct 2015
Perfect in every way !
Right from our initial enquiry, Lidia responded to all e-mails within two hours: she met us from the Alilaguna boat stop at San Marco , only 5 minutes walk from the apartment and over one small bridge : a real bonus when you have suitcases.
The apartment was amazing - it had been Lidia's grandparents home and she and her husband have renovated it to a very high standard. It is light and spacious, immaculately clean and maintained. The kitchen is equipped with everything you could need, and the whole home beautifully styled with a mix of antique and modern furniture.
The location was spot on : less than a minute through an archway directly into Piazza San Marco , but tucked away from all the hustle and bustle so very peaceful and secure.
Lidia took time ensuring we knew how everything worked, how to get to the nearest supermarket, suggesting cafes and restaurants and making us feel very much at home on our first, but definitely not our last, visit to Venice. Thoroughly recommend this property and hope to return very soon.
A huge thank you, Lidia, for your kindness. Bravissima !.
Andrew C.
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