Tucked away in Venice's arty district of Dorsoduro, this charming home has a large private garden that kids will love, along with space for alfresco dining and sunbathing. The main bedroom enjoys its own en-suite, and while you won't have views in all the bedrooms here, the location is great. You won't be fully central, but you're never far from the action and you might hear some outside noise during your stay. You'll find a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops close by, as well as Vaporetto stops for easy travel across this iconic city.

Home truths:
*You can't drive in Venice, but this home is close to water taxi stops for getting around. *Climbing stairs will be required here during your stay, both to reach the entrance of the home and again to reach the bedrooms. *Due to this home's location, there is a chance you might hear some outside noise during your stay. *One of the beds here is a small double, so it might be a bit of a squeeze for two adults. *Air conditioning here is available from mid-April to mid-October, while heating is available from mid-October to mid-April.