Caliera Region: Venice & Veneto Sleeps: 5
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Caliera Region: Venice & Veneto Sleeps: 5 Overview Imagine the romance of travelling by water taxi past the emblematic dome of Santa Maria dello Salute and arriving to a warm welcome at the private jetty of your grand salmon pink palazzo before being ushered into a world of beauty and privilege. Caliera is a stunning third floor apartment just five minutes’ walk from St Mark’s square and Teatro La Fenice. A welcome hamper with fruit and a bottle of Bellini, fresh croissants each morning, maid service, concierge, air conditioning and high end beds with the finest Italian linen all contribute to that pampered feeling. A wonderful home with a remarkable history - the original medieval building at the mouth of the Grand Canal was transformed in the 17th century into a fine Renaissance palazzo and lived in by the same family for 200 years. It has recently been restored by local artisans combining classical style with contemporary features. Admire the expanse of panoramic wallpaper in the living and dining areas and look out onto the quiet square below. The candelabra, exquisite mirror back sideboard and some paintings are from the palazzo’s private collection and contrast beautifully with light modern furnishings. Each room has artistic splashes of colour such as sky blue and burnt orange, inspired by the 18th century frescoes of Tiepolo. The white open kitchen is fully equipped and blends well into the ambience of the interior. There is the luxury of a bath in the en-suite master bedroom and the gorgeously furnished double and single bedrooms share a fine bathroom. White wooden internal stairs lead to a small landing with a bright yellow shower room and a couple of colourful day beds, an ideal spot for reading or playing games. Here you’ll find your private terrace for relaxing with a glass of wine - look to the left to see the tip of Punta della Dogana and a touch of the blue lagoon beyond. Take early morning photos of the Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs, sit with a coffee in St Mark’s Square before taking a cocktail at Harry’s Bar or simply jump on a vaporetto with your map and day pass. It’s an extraordinary experience in bewitching La Serenissima even if you don’t Page 1 visit many of the renowned galleries, restaurants, churches and museums. A quiet stroll past centuries of layered history always leads to yet another corner where you’ll find exquisite treasures tucked away from the tourist routes. Facilities Townhouse/Apartment • Wow Factor • 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 Main Floor (3rd Floor of Palazzo) - Living-dining room - Small kitchen area, well-equipped including dishwasher, oven, fridge, freezer, kettle, Nespresso machine, microwave, toaster and blender - Master bedroom with double bed (200x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath an WC - Bedroom with twin beds (100x200cm each, can be made as a double) - Bedroom with single bed (100x200cm) - Bathroom with shower and WC Top Floor (in the eaves, low ceilings) - Loft area (with two day-beds) - Bathroom with shower and WC - Access to roof terrace Outside Grounds - Rooftop terrace with lounge seating - Shared terrace (via a few steps from the third floor) with lounge and dining area Facilities - Wi-Fi - Heating - Air-conditioning - Bose Bluetooth speaker - Satellite TV and DVD player - Hairdryers - Lift - Safe - Double-glazed windows - Washing machine and dryer Page 3 Location & Local Information Caliera is a beautiful apartment set on the third floor of a prestigious palazzo on the Grand Canal. It’s around a 30-minute ride in a water taxi from Venice Marco Polo airport and the palazzo has its own private jetty that guests can use on arrival and departure. Alternatively, the nearest vaporetto stop is a five- minute stroll away. Situated in the tourist heart of Venice, the whole of the city accessible to you via foot, vaporetto or water taxi. Even if you have been to Venice before, you’ll still want to take the five minute walk to St Mark’s Square and be overwhelmed by the spectacular domes and arches of the Basilica and the contrasting smoother design of the Doge’s Palace. The towering Campanile whisks you to the top by lift for spectacular views over the city and lagoon. Couples still kiss in front of the “romantic” Bridge of Sighs, despite the fact that this was the last bridge that many prisoners crossed! If you haven’t been to Venice before, the silhouettes of the iconic black gondolas lined up on the Grand Canal near your jetty are sure to tempt you to take a canal excursion hopefully accompanied by a singing gondolier - check the prices before you set off. While you are seeing the “sights”, don’t forget the Rialto Bridge and its famous markets. Overwhelmed by all this beauty and history? Sip a Bellini cocktail at nearby Harry’s bar, which was declared a National Landmark in 2001 and is renowned for its celebrity clientele which have included kings, queens, writers, artists and actors. Refreshed, take the vaporetto towards the symbolic lions of Venice which line the Grand Canal outside the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, a fine museum of 20th century American and European art. The Galleria dell’Accademia has a fine collection of pre-19th century art in Venice and Northern Italy. Try taking indirect routes to find real life cameos, scampering cats, little churches and some spectacular views. Stopping for an aperitivo or two can easily become a pleasurable habit as you wonder how the buildings stand firm on their wooden stakes driven into the mud. You are sure to eventually find your way back to your enchanting apartment next to the Grand Canal in one of the most wonderful cities of the world. Local Amenities Nearest Airport Venice Marco Polo (30-mins via water taxi) Page 4 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… The delight of a water taxi bringing you to the private jetty of this splendid pink Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only palazzo at the mouth of the Grand Canal and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking Sipping a glass of wine on the private roof terrace of this beautiful apartment Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property Croissants are delivered fresh every morning and there is also daily maid manager service Guests also have access to a lovely terrace just off the same floor (via a few steps), shared with the three other apartments in In the heart of the tourist area, only a five-minute walk from St Mark’s Square, the palazzo (Regata, Ballotte and Sarese) it’s a short stroll to the nearest vaporetto stop and an easy walk to a glass of Children will need to be supervised at all times when up on the roof terrace Bellini at iconic Harry’s Bar As well as three bedrooms sleeping five guests, there are two day beds in the loft upstairs for an additional two guests Galleries, museums and the more mysterious parts of Venice are only a walk (available on request for an additional fee - please enquire). Do note this area has low ceilings or a 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: 3.00 - 7.00 p.m. Late check-in after 11.00 p.m. is by prior arrangement only and subject to €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: The apartment sleeps five guests over three bedrooms and an extra two guests in the loft area (with low ceilings) on request for an additional fee - please enquire. - 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.