Embrace the magic of Venice from this wonderfully chic apartment, right on the Grand Canal. Exploring the city comes with ease here, but you’re far enough from the tourist crowds to get to know the real Venice. Santa Croce is one of the least touristy areas, so you can explore its characteristic restaurants, bars, and more in the residential area. Plus, the bustling Piazzale Roma is a mere 350 metres away. And to visit the city’s notable sights, all you have to do is hop on the vaporetto and you’ll be among the basilicas, museums, and galleries in no time. Of course, you can always walk – it’s a very walkable city, and nothing beats strolling along the atmospheric canals.

When you return home after a day on your feet, you’ll love being invited back by the tall ceilings and gorgeous parquet floors, illuminated by the arched windows. Every corner of this home exudes elegance, drawing on the timeless charm of Venice. Here, you can be inspired by the city from your own space and find the beauty in the little things – whether that’s journalling beside the window, trying your hand at a local dish in the kitchen, or sharing a bottle of wine around the wooden dining table.

Home truths:
*Parking in Venice can be tricky, so we recommend sticking to the easily accessible public transport where possible – though we think the best way to see the city is on foot
*There's only one designated bedroom here – at full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping in the sofa bed in the living area and the other two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in a separate room
*There are two kitchens here
*The dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*There's a supermarket just 400 metres away
*If you're travelling by plane, Venice Marco Polo Airport is 4.8 miles away and Treviso Airport is 16 miles away
*Santa Lucia train station is 150 yards away