Ballotte Region: & Veneto Sleeps: 4

Overview

It’s an unforgettable experience approaching Venice by water taxi and arriving at the private jetty of a beautiful palazzo on the .

Ballotte is a wonderful second floor apartment in an exceptional location just five minutes’ walk from the delights of St Mark’s square. Adding to this extra special holiday experience are the welcome hamper with Bellini and fruit, breakfast croissants each morning, daily maid service, concierge, air conditioning and sumptuous beds.

The medieval building at the mouth of the Grand Canal was redesigned in the 17th century into a Renaissance palazzo and lived in by the same family for 200 years. It has recently been renovated and brought to life in fine classical style with contemporary features providing the ultimate in style and comfort.

Leave bags, coats and boots in the entrance hall where the soft blue feature wall was inspired by 18th century Venetian artists. Two large windows in the comfortable living room overlook a quiet square - look out for the painting of a galleon from the fleet of the family whose descendants still live in the palazzo. The successful mix of old and new is well illustrated by the dining chairs, designed for the palazzo in the early 19th century, tucked under the practical modern table and the compact modern kitchen which blends in so beautifully.

Strokes of soft green and bright orange brighten the en-suite master bedroom with the specially designed bed canopy inspired by Venetian tradition. The high end mattress is decked in finest Italian linen and the bathroom enjoys the luxury of a bath surrounded by marble and polished glass. The pretty en-suite double bedroom has a gilded bedside table from the palazzo collection.

Take early morning photos of the Basilica and the , enjoy people watching with coffee and cake in St Mark’s Square or sip a cocktail at Harry’s Bar before jumping on a vaporetto with a map and day pass. It’s an extraordinary experience wandering around the magical city even if you don’t visit all the renowned galleries, churches and museums. A quiet exploration of the city nearly always leads to yet another turning where you’ll find lesser known treasures and delights.

Page 1 Facilities Townhouse/Apartment • Easy By Train • Heritage Collection • Ideal for Kids • Ideal for Teens • Wi-Fi/Internet • Air-Con • Walk to Village • Walk to Restaurant • <1hr to Airport • Safety Deposit Box • Hairdryer • Satellite TV • Lift • DVD • Heating • Cot(s) • High Chair(s) • Outstanding Landscapes • Outdoor Pursuit & Activities • Tourist Towns & Villages • Historical Sites • Romantic • Boat Trips

Page 2 Interior & Grounds

Apartment Interiors (104m2, 2nd floor of palazzo)

- Entrance hall - Living-dining room - Open-plan small kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster and Nespresso machine - Master bedroom with double canopy bed (200x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath and WC - Bedroom with twin beds (100x200cm each, can be made up as a double) - Bathroom with shower and WC

Outside Grounds

- Access to shared terrace with lounge and dining area

Facilities

- Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Central heating - Bose Bluetooth speaker - Satellite TV - DVD player - Hairdryers - Lift - Safe - Double glazed windows - Washing machine and dryer

Page 3 Location & Local Information

This exquisite 2-bedroom apartment can be found on the second floor of a grand Venetian palazzo in central Venice on the Grand Canal. Arrive in style from Venice Marco Polo airport by pre-ordering a water taxi which takes around 30 minutes – you can be dropped off at the palazzo’s own jetty which can be made available for your arrival and/or departure. If you prefer to arrive by vaporetto then the nearest stop is a five-minute walk away.

This is the beating heart of the tourist centre with the whole of Venice easily accessible by vaporetto and water taxi. A good place to start is the five minute walk to St Mark’s Square to view the breath taking Basilica, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. A lift whisks you up the towering Campanile for spectacular views over the city and lagoon. Soak up history and beauty in the bustling atmosphere of the present day by taking coffee and cake at one of the famous cafes along the edge of the square. Explore the neighbouring streets and mingle with the tourists from all over the world as you visit the area’s restaurants, shops and boutiques.

Take the vaporetto to the Basilica di Santa Maria dello Salute, built as a votive of thanks after the plague in 1630. It quickly became an emblem of the city, standing like a sentinel at the mouth of the Grand Canal and so visible to approaching travellers. The nearby old customs house Punta della Dogana is now a museum and a must go place for architecture (Tadao Ando) and the Pinault contemporary art collection. There are great photo opportunities from here as you look across to St Mark’s square.

After so much sightseeing, take a relaxing break at nearby Harry’s Bar, a 1930’s bar known for its Bellini cocktails, carpaccio and celebrity clientele of writers, artists, celebrities and aristocrats – it was declared a National Historic Monument by the Italian government in 2001.

Perhaps you would prefer to take a light lunch near the , a stone arched bridge over the narrowest part of the Grand Canal, an amazing engineering and architectural achievement of the Renaissance. The famous Rialto market can be found north-west of the bridge and is an atmospheric place to buy your fruit, vegetables and fish.

For a break away from the city, take a half day sightseeing tour to see the renowned glass blowers of Murano and the ornate palazzos, colourful houses, churches and lace making shops of Burano and Torcello. The Lido is also worth a visit – an 11km long barrier which hosts the annual Venice Film Festival each year. Here you’ll find a laid back holiday feel with beaches away from the bustle and it’s wonderful looking back at the sunsets over Venice.

Page 4 Local Amenities

Nearest Airport Venice Marco Polo (30-mins via water taxi)

Nearest Airport 2 Treviso Airport (40km)

Nearest Restaurant Central Venice (Within 200m)

Nearest Bar/Pub Central Venice (Within 400m)

Nearest Supermarket Small supermarket (Within 1km)

Nearest Town/City Venice (In the city centre)

Nearest Train Station Venezia Santa Lucia (2km)

Page 5 What Oliver loves… What you should know…

Stay at a historic palazzo in the heart of Venice, situated on the Grand Canal Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only Enjoying touches of luxury such as high-end beds, finest Italian linen, daily and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking maid service and fresh croissants delivered each morning Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property It’s just a five-minute stroll to St Mark’s Square and also within easy reach of manager that glass of Bellini at iconic Harry’s Bar Guests also have access to a lovely terrace with the three other apartments in the palazzo (Caliera, Regataand Sarese) The islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello, the beaches of the Lido, For slightly larger groups, rent alongside one-bedroom Sarese which is connected via an internal staircase galleries, museums and other delights of La Serenissima are only a walk or boat ride away

Page 6 Terms & Conditions

- Security deposit: €1000 charged to client’s credit card by the owner one month before and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.

- Arrival time: 2.00 - 7.00 p.m. Late check-in after 11.00 p.m. is by prior arrangement only and subject to a €50 late arrival fee (payable locally).

- Departure time: 10.00 a.m.

- Linen & towels included?: Yes (towels changed mid-week).

- End of stay cleaning included?: Yes and daily maid service for 2 hrs. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

- Energy costs included?: Yes.

- Heating costs included?: Yes.

- Changeover day: Flexible.

- Minimum stay: 3 nights.

- Tax: Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €5 per adult per night and €2.50 per child (aged 10-16) per night, up to 5 nights - please enquire if exact amount is required).

- Smoking Allowed?: Not allowed.

- Pets welcome?: Not allowed.

- Other Ts and Cs: Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.

- Insurance: Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.

- Internet access?: Wi-Fi internet access included.

- Other Ts and Cs: A highchair and cot are available on request.

- Other Ts and Cs: Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.

- Other Ts and Cs: Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.

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