LUXURY BAROQUE CHIC IN SAN MARCO WITH ROOF TERRACE

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Venice, Veneto

Rialto Bridge6 min walk
St. Mark's Square6 min walk
St. Mark's Basilica8 min walk

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Ca’ Spencer is a beautiful recently restored apartment with 15th century beams and a panoramic rooftop terrace (altana).

Tucked away in the ancient centre of the city, the apartment enjoys quiet seclusion yet it is just a hundred metres from the Grand Canal and only a few minutes walk from the bustling high spots of the Rialto Bridge and St Mark’s Square.

Comfortable and decorated with Venetian style and flair, this spacious third-floor apartment, spread over 85 sq metres, has an open plan living area, modern well-equipped kitchen, Bisazza mosaic bathroom with WC, and two double bedrooms.

Stairs climb to a relaxing mezzanine area overlooking the living room – and then up to the furnished rooftop altana. With views of Renaissance palazzos and chiming bell towers, this is the perfect spot for blue-sky breakfasts and romantic sun-downers.
The apartment boasts air-conditioning, super-fast Wi-Fi, Blu-ray/DVD and 4k TV with Netflix.

Please note that the flat you are renting doesn't have a reception, there is going to be Irene or Francesca who will come and show you the flat and give you the keys. For this reason we would need you to confirm your phone number, your expected arriving time and to let us know if you have any delay. Please ask for arrival after 10pm (flight after 8.30pm) - there is an Extra fee of 25€ for arrival between 9 - 10pm, and 22 - 23 is 35€ after 23 is 40€. Please ask for arrival after midnight. It will be collect via airbnb or by cash.

The city imposes a tourist tax of 4 euros per adult and 2,00 euro for children per day for a maximum of 5 days. Please pay this tax in cash to Irene or Francesca when you arrive. They will also required by Italian law to check your travel documents.

A house guide pack lists personal recommendations for eating-out and enjoying the best of Venice. You can even learn how to row like a gondolier!

You will be welcomed at a convenient meeting point, taken to the apartment and shown how everything works.
Cod. Id: M0270426454

Property manager

Irene and Francesca (Co-hosts)

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Flexible but the property has open stairs

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Local Tourist tax of 4€ for adults and 2€ for children for the first five days. Need to be paid by cash at the check in/out arrival.

Venice refuse collections are very strict. Follow the instructions. It's not allowed to leave any rubbish at the check out

Refuse must never be left on the street. Any left after your tenancy will incur an additional charge of 50 euros to cover the costs of its removal.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Venice

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Venice City Center, a neighbourhood in Venice. Teatro La Fenice and Peggy Guggenheim Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Venice and Terminal Fusina. Marina di Venezia and San Teodoro are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Venice, Veneto

What's nearby

Teatro La Fenice - 3 min walk
Rialto Bridge - 6 min walk
St. Mark's Square - 6 min walk
St. Mark's Basilica - 8 min walk
Doge's Palace - 10 min walk

Restaurants

‪Ristorante Omnibus - ‬4 min walk
‪Marchini Time - ‬3 min walk
‪La Feluca - ‬1 min walk
‪Ai Mercanti - ‬3 min walk
‪Acquapazza - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LUXURY BAROQUE CHIC IN SAN MARCO WITH ROOF TERRACE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY BAROQUE CHIC IN SAN MARCO WITH ROOF TERRACE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY BAROQUE CHIC IN SAN MARCO WITH ROOF TERRACE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY BAROQUE CHIC IN SAN MARCO WITH ROOF TERRACE located?

Located in Venice City Center, this apartment building is steps away from Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo and Teatro La Fenice. Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square are also within 10 minutes. Venice Santa Lucia Station is 24 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 24 minutes.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paul B., San Francisco

17 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

This is a beautiful apartment in a fantastic neighborhood with a responsive and kind host. The market downstairs is a big plus. Can't wait to return.

Stayed 31 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

29 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bewertung

Direkte Kommunikation mit den Vermietern lief ausgesprochen schnell, zuverlässig und entgegenkommend. Wohnung ist hervorragend mit allem ausgestattet.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Francisco H.

29 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cercano a todo y buenos profesionales

Excelente: un apartamento suficiente para 4 personas, buena cocina, cómodos dormitorios (la almohada blanda no es para mí pero los colchones estaban muy bien) y un aseo con todo lo necesario. Para llegar al apartamento hay que subir unas estrechas escaleras pero la situación es muy buena, cercana a todo, con un supermercado nada más salir a la calle. Además la relación con los arrendatarios fue muy rápida y eficaz (necesitamos alargar la estancia un día y lo arreglamos en un momento). Dos recomendaciones: usar un water-taxi para llegar (sobretodo de noche, es como un sueño) y dar un largo paseo por Cannareggio hasta la estación de tren (por el camino hay tiendas, cafeterías, iglesias...) para volver en barco línea 1 viendo deslumbrantes fachadas de palacios. ¡Ojo a los días en que se puede tirar la basura! Los domingos no puede sacarse a la calle, lo siento...

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

11 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suberb

Visited Venice to celebrate our 25th Wedding aniversary. We were absolutely delighted with the apartment could not fault a thing! Location is brilliant would highly recommend staying here. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you xxx

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

17 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Venice!

This flat is well located for easy travel around Venice. Francesca and Irena were very helpful with check in a great ideas for food and things to do in town. The apartment is very clean and the kitchen is well stocked. It was wonderful to stay in a place with so much character and that felt like a home. We hope to be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia F., Chicago

14 Feb 2019

Chic Choice

This is an attractively decorated and well appointed apartment in convenient location. The chic and well stocked kitchen and bathroom were especially appreciated. Loved the beautiful bathtub! Nice to have a good grocery next door. Hosts were easy to reach and very helpful with all our questions.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

28 Oct 2018

Fantastic apartment!

My husband and I spent a week in this wonderful apartment and it is one of our favorite in all our travels in Europe. The location is wonderful - right next store to a grocery store and minutes from shopping and dining but away from the crowds. Irene and Francesca were wonderful co-hosts! While we never actually met - they responded very quickly to my emails. The rooftop terrace was absolutely stunning....

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol B., Captain Cook, HI

4 Oct 2018

Great Location, Comfortable Apartment, Loved the Roof Deck

My friend and I spent a week at this wonderful apartment and loved every minute! It was located on a quiet street about 20 feet from the rear door of a super market, which supplied all our grocery needs. The opera was about a 5 minute walk and San Marco Piazza was about a 15 minute walk. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with a separate shower and bathtub, which worked for us. I used the air conditioning, which is available in 3 separate units throughout the apartment, in my bedroom. It worked fine.The rooftop deck, while not overlooking a canal, gave us an interesting rooftop view and we spent most evenings there drinking wine and eating cheese and snacks. A canvas cover provides shelter from rain. The kitchen was complete with useful condiments. There is actually a floor with a single bed between the main living area and the rooftop deck that could accommodate another person. We used that area to dry our freshly machine washed clothes. Everything worked--plumbing, A/C, etc. However, the apartment is a 4th floor walkup--not for the faint of heart--but being on the top floor reduces the noise and buys you that wonderful rooftop deck!! Thank you Irene and Francesca for making our stay so enjoyable!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

MAGALI L.

6 Sept 2018

Magnifique appartement fonctionnel et superbement décoré.

Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux dans ce grand appartement bien situé dans Venise, fonctionnel et très confortable. Nous avons pris tous nos petits déjeuners sur la terrasse et avons pu profiter d’un temps magnifique. Les propriétaires sont très accueillantes et nous recommandons fortement cette location. Nous y reviendrons certainement. Magali.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katy L.

21 Aug 2018

Fantastic location. Lovely apartment.

Owners were very helpful with good local recommendations. Apartment is lovely, with 2 spacious bedrooms and loft bed. Very clean. We spent time each night on the rooftop. Fantastic location, easy walk to Rialto and St Marks.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frederique d.

19 Aug 2018

Très bien

Appartement très bien situé et équipé, beaucoup de charme, supermarché au pied de l'appartement, accueil irréprochable. Un excellent séjour.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

2 Aug 2018

Best place to stay in Venice.

Excellent location (between Rialto and piazza San Marco) Beautiful house with all of the amenities. Air conditioning was critical for this time of year. Hostess was incredibly helpful regarding things to do in Venice. We loved it!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

10 July 2018

Great Week in Venice!

The property was very easy to find, the directions took me right to the front door. I have to admit those stairs were very daunting at first, but going up and down all week, got me into shape! It's 3 1/2 floors of stairs. There was 4 of us which included 2 teenage boys and the apartment gave all of us a needed break from each other when we got back at night. The balcony was my favorite place in the apartment. We had coffee up there in the morning and listened to all the seagulls and birds and wine at night to watch the sunsets. The grocery store is very close. We ended up cooking 3 dinners instead of going out. We were able to find some great wines for not much money! I would highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Venice. Karen

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stefan, Austria

8 June 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

It was our Honeymoon - we will not forget! Pictures were 100% reality! In the middle of the centre!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

India S.

22 Apr 2018

Been twice already ! I love this place.

I’ve been many times to Venice and this gorgeous apartment is a must from the first time I stayed here. Hoping to make my third booking here for my partner’s birthday, it really feels like home. It’s right in the middle of San Marco, between Rialto (2 min walk) and Accademia. Right in the middle of where everything is happening but without being bothered by the noise of the many tourists. There’s a brilliant supermarket just outside the palazzo, where you can do your shopping (it’s so easy) and there’s also a Coop near Rialto where you can get the most tasty “Sarde In Saor” (sweet and sour sardines in onions, a typical Venetian delicacy) from the deli counter. The fish market is a must, I can’t stay away from it. Followed by the veg market where you can get white asparagus and “fondi” which are the soft bottom parts of artichokes. In spring and autumn you can get “Moeche”, that are baby crabs that shed their shell, which are considered very special by the Venetians. OMG, having written this I just want to be back there now. I think I must have been Venetian in a past life as it’s the only city that I felt I knew as soon as I arrived the first time. History, architecture, art, food, romantic walks...Venice has it all and this stunning apartment makes the whole Venice experience unique. I normally complain about uncomfortable beds and flat pillows when I travel, but staying here takes comfort to a whole new level, but maybe that’s due to the lovely wine enjoyed on the “altana” roof terrace :) Bravo to the lovely owners for sharing their bellissima casa veneziana. I’ll be back soon

10/10 Excellent

Ailish H.

18 Apr 2018

Comfort and and luxury in perfect location

Had a 4 day break here to catch tail end of the Bienalle I could not have chosen a better place.....I walked everywhere from the front door. Supermarket within 10 yards. Best of all after walking miles every day the apartment was so good to hang out and relax in. Well equipped kitchen, netflix, extremely comfortable bed and fabulous bathroom. This apartment manages to combine luxury and comfort. I felt at home and pampered at the same time. So much better than a hotel and just yards from the water is stop from the airport. Also Communication with the owner was really good and responsive. I will be back.

10/10 Excellent

nicola g.

18 Apr 2018

Wonderful apartment; live like a Venetian

If you want to experience real, living Venice without spending an absolute fortune I cannot imagine there can be anywhere more beautiful and central than Ca' Spencer. The apartment is near the Palazzo Fortuny, a short walk to San Marco and a hop to the Rialto Market, yet it feels far way away from the tourists. Designed and decorated in a stunning Rococo style by the owners, film directors Chris and Caroline Spencer, the flat is beautiful and comfortable. One senses the generosity and imagination of the owners in the attention paid to every small detail from the kitchen cutlery, books about Venice, recipe books, lists of recommended secret Venice places and even the available tv channels and videos. It is rare to be able to sit outside in solitude anywhere in Venice,so to have breakfast or dinner on the altana, or roof terrace, gazing across the terracotta roof tiles and up at the crooked campanelli, with not another human being in sight is a unique and enchanting experience. Staying in an apartment and cooking for yourself is far the best way to stay in the city because you can avoid the often sub-standard and usually over-priced restaurant food. Instead enter into the life of the city by going to where the Venetians buy their food, either in the excellent nearby supermarket or the Rialto Market where scents of herbs combine with the aroma of roasting coffee; purple velvet aubergines and rich green spinach compete for attention with flashes of silver from the fish stalls, while little dogs gaze longingly at the sausages on the butcher’s counter. But be prepared to wait your turn as the stall holder discusses at length, with every customer ahead of you, food, wine, the weather, politics and life. Everyone knows everyone and, long before Shylock asked “What news on the Rialto?”, Venetians have gone there to gossip and catch up on what’s happening behind those palazzo walls and in the mazes and alleyways make up their extraordinary city. Forget the overpriced cafes of San Marco and Palazzo Ducale. The Rialto market, rich as a Titian painting, enchanting as a Vivaldi concerto and as seductive as Casanova, is the beating heart of Venice. If I've gone a little di troppo with my review its because I adore Ca' Spencer. I've stayed there three times and want to go back again. ASAP.

About the host

Hosted by Irene and Francesca (Co-hosts)

My husband and I are both TV directors

Why they chose this property

We immediately feel in love with this apartment. Though it required completed modernisation throughout, its light airy feel, numerous features reflecting its 15th century origins and incredible altana [roof terrace] where you hear only birds and the occasional chiming church bell made it irresistible.

What makes this property unique

All the major cultural attractions of Venice are within easy walking distance. You can visit the designer shops of San Marco, buy wonderful ingredients in the Rialto markets [four minutes away] or spend a glittering evening out at the Teatro La Fenice - just around the corner.

Here you will walk through some of the most ancient alleys and passageways in the city. The apartment is on one of the first streets to be paved. Next door was home to the Venice's most important opera house, Teatro San Benedetto - and the altana overlooks the stunning Palazzo Fortuny which still regularly hosts some of the best art exhibitions.

Next door is a large well-stocked supermarket and a multiplex cinema - and narrow secretive alleyways will lead you to the local wine bar, Enoteca al Volto, a favourite with guests.