SANTAMARIA APARTMENT, Venice

The apartment sits in a quiet, scenic area of Venice, away from the busiest tourist thoroughfares while still central. Vaporetto stop Zattere is a 2-3 minute walk, connecting directly to the railway station via line 5.1 and to Rialto and San Marco. Water taxis and gondola launch points are equally close. Within 1 km are La Fenice Theatre, Frari Basilica, and the Doge's Palace. The top-rated location score of 9.4 reflects ease of access to major landmarks and public transport. A grocery store is nearby for self-catering supplies. Marco Polo Airport is 17 km away, reachable by water taxi or a vaporetto/land combo.

The accommodation comprises two bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom (one with a bathtub, free toiletries provided), plus a third bed in one of the bedrooms - sleeping up to 3 guests comfortably. The living room is furnished with a cosy sofa and opens onto a balcony overlooking an internal canal. Air conditioning is effective in the main living space and adequate in the bedrooms. The property also includes heating, a washing machine, and a bidet. The fitted kitchen has a gas stove, oven, and all necessary cookware for meal preparation. The apartment is located on a quiet street, so noise disturbance is minimal. Windows face an inner canal, adding to the peaceful atmosphere.

The kitchen allows full meal preparation with a gas stove, oven, fridge, and cookware. A grocery store is within a few minutes' walk, making it easy to stock up. For dining out, the surrounding Zattere area offers a variety of sit-down restaurants and cicchetti bars within 300-500 metres, including Enoteca Al Gondolieri, Antinoo's Lounge & Restaurant, and Bistro da Cici. The many nearby eateries give flexibility for those who wish to eat in or out.

The immediate access to Venice's canals means gondola rides, water taxis, and boat tours are easily arranged. The Zattere area itself offers a pleasant promenade along the Giudecca Canal for walks. The apartment's quiet residential location also makes it a comfortable base for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. There are no on-site spa, pool, or gym facilities - the focus is on using Venice's own leisure infrastructure.

WiFi is free of charge in public areas. There is no reception or on-site staff - the host meets guests at check-in and provides a WhatsApp number for communication. Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out at 10:00; there is no luggage storage facility, so plan accordingly. No parking is available, but the property is easily reached from Piazzale Roma (the car park area) via vaporetto. The apartment has non-smoking policy throughout, and pets are not allowed. Housekeeping is not included but the washing machine lets guests manage their own laundry.