With its windows providing stunning low views of the nearby canals, this home is an incredibly immersive Venetian experience. We adore the fact you can enjoy your morning coffee while the gondolas glide past, so close they are practically in the living room. Design lovers will swoon over the carefully curated interior design, full of modernist pieces from top Italian brands. Plus, it also features some old-school charm – a bit of exposed brick here, wooden beams there, and even a frescoed ceiling in the kitchen. Also, its central location in Castello means it's just a stroll to the marvellous square Campo San Giovanni e Paolo and the church of San Zanipolo.

Home truths:
*Your host can provide a cot for free upon request
*The sofa bed in one of the bedroom is really only suitable for a child
*This is a ground floor apartment so it's ideal for those with limited mobility
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace