A perfect mix of elegance and warmth, this classic-contemporary apartment offers comfortable living in the heart of Venice’s Dorsoduro district. We loved the dark wood floors, oak ceiling beams, rich red accents and wrought iron details. There’s a spacious living area for regrouping before dinner plans and a cosy mezzanine level for enjoying quiet moments with a good book. If you’re a fan of cooking, the fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need for putting together Italian-inspired dishes but when you fancy hanging up your chef’s apron, head over to Al Profeta, a lovely pizzeria, only a ten-minute walk from your doorstep. The famous Piazza San Marco is an eight-minute water bus ride away. Get your culture fix at the Basilica and Museo Correr before drifting along the Grand Canal on a gondola. Stop for an aperitivo in one of Venice’s glitzy rooftop bars or go for a more informal setting at Osteria All’Arco, a local favourite next to the Rialto Bridge. Home truths: *The stairs leading to this second-floor home are a little steep *At full capacity, one guest will sleep on a sofa bed *Please be mindful of leaving things on the ground floor as they may get wet during high tides *Quiet hours are between 1pm and 3pm and 11pm and 8am *This home welcomes children over the age of 12 *This home is in a building with three flats that can be rented all together *Your host provides an initial supply of toiletries, but you might want to bring your own to top this up *You won't find a welcome hamper or basic essentials here, so we'd recommend packing some bits and bobs to get you started