Spacious canal-side apartment in the heart of Venice

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3 bedroomsSleeps 41076 sq ft

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Barbecue grill
Pet friendly
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Venice, Veneto

Piazzale Roma
‪9 min walk‬
Grand Canal
‪9 min walk‬
St. Mark's Square
‪16 min walk‬
Venice (VCE-Marco Polo)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

double bedroom

1 Double Bed

master bedroom

1 King Bed

twin bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Ca' San Sebastiano is a south-facing 100 sq/mtrs canalside apartment on the Dorsoduro, which is one of the quietest and most sought-after areas of Venice. In a building on the corner of 2 canals, it retains it's original spacious layout from it's construction in 1910.
The apartment is 5 minutes from the delightful Zattere and 2 minutes from the lively Campo Santa Margherita. It is close to all the major sights, but away from the main tourist traps, making a stay here restful even in the busiest months. The whole interior has recently been restored. Rooms are bright and spacious and most have moulded plaster ceilings with old Murano chandeliers; floors are of travertine limestone, carrara marble or ceramic sandstone. 2 of the 3 bedrooms look out over the canal and the living room has a very large and comfortable sofabed. The apartment has a separate, well-equipped kitchen.

There are fans in each room and mosquito screens fitted on all but one window. Please note that the air conditioning is limited as indeed it is in much of Venice. If you like 'American-style' airconditioning then this apartment is not for you.

Other features/facilities include fast fibre Internet access, Apple TV box, projector for watching DVDs or connecting your device, DVD player and stereo, film library and a comprehensive selection of Venetian-themed books. There is no television. The apartment is beautifully furnished throughout with a mixture of contemporary and antique styles, including a magnificent Henri II carved walnut bed.

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David Willis

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number IT027042B4UHIEGMAS

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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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

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

About the neighborhood

Venice

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Dorsoduro, a neighborhood in Venice. Port of Venice and Tronchetto Waterbus Stop are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grand Canal and Lido of Venice Beaches. Zattere and Maritime Station are also worth visiting.

Venice, Veneto

What's nearby

Piazzale Roma - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Grand Canal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
St. Mark's Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Rialto Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Port of Venice - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

Venezia Tronchetto Station - 12 min drive
Venice Santa Lucia Station - 17 min walk
Marco Polo Airport (VCE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Osteria alla Bifora - ‬4 min walk
‪Grom Gelato - ‬3 min walk
‪Al Vecio Marangon - ‬6 min walk
‪Pizzeria Al Casin dei Nobili - ‬4 min walk
‪Majer - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious canal-side apartment in the heart of Venice pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious canal-side apartment in the heart of Venice?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious canal-side apartment in the heart of Venice?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spacious canal-side apartment in the heart of Venice located?

Located in Dorsoduro, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Campo Santa Margherita, Piazzale Roma, and Grand Canal. St. Mark's Square and Port of Venice are also within 1 mi (2 km). Venice Santa Lucia Station is 17 minutes by foot and Venice (XVQ-Santa Lucia Rail Station) is 17 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey C.

May 15, 2025

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

Quiet peaceful location

Three bed rooms for us and two boys was key. We did not take advantage but full kitchen with anything you would need to cook. No AC but plenty of air coming off the small canal behind us kept us cool . Only drawback was one bath but we managed.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara s.

Oct 14, 2024

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

Perfect for family

Helpful Irene, property manager, well fitted kitchen, projector DVDs, comfy, great quiet location near vaporetti and campo San margarita. Even Wellington boots, various sizes, for high waters😄

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mkm131

May 6, 2024

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

Wonderful stay in a quieter part of Venice

We absolutely loved our stay in David’s apartment. Myself and two friends were completely comfortable in the three bedroom apartment and it was located on a quiet back street right behind a canal in Dursoduro. We could walk to the very crowded sights near St. Marks, then retreat to our quiet oasis at night. David was the most wonderful host - he provided us with a ton of information about the apartment, neighborhood and Venice in general. When we arrived, he arranged for a greeter to show us to the apartment and get us set up. We had a perfect three days in Venice and would absolutely return to stay in this beautiful apartment again 🤗

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi M.

Apr 27, 2024

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

Quiet, comfortable place

place was well equipped and comfortable for us. location was perfect— close to transportation, but still quiet at night and in the evening. More of a home than most rentals.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Apr 8, 2024

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

Wonderful stay in Venice

We had a lovely stay at David’s flat in Venice. It was a perfect spot for our family of 4 (my spouse and I and our 13 & 14 year olds). It’s cozy and ecclectic, and we had some wonderful evenings in the sitting room playing cards by candlelight after a full day of exploring. Communication with David was excellent, and Irene, his housekeeper was also very flexible & welcoming, and able to meet us after we arrived by water taxi. The location was excellent— easy to walk to all destinations, yet also removed from the crowds of tourists. It’s right on the canal, and in warm weather there’s a small table and chairs that you can carry out to enjoy the sunshine. We even enjoyed watching a gondolier training his children to navigate the canals. All in all a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

May 31, 2023

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

Family Trip

This was a great property to stay at. Great location, very quiet and easy to walk to everything . I would definitely stay here again on my next trip.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Apr 23, 2023

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

If this property is available - STAY HERE!

Highly Recommend Staying Here. Not only was the area quiet, the property is unique and provides the perfect Venice experience. The location is ideal - A short enough walk to popular attractions, good eats and the train station. My friends and I feel lucky to have booked this spot. We did not want to leave.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Oct 6, 2022

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

Excellent location and extremely helpful owner

I adore this area of Dorsoduro, and I loved residing on a canal with gondolas passing by every now and then. The master bedroom is enormous and the living room quite well-equipped. There are two other bedrooms (one with a double bed and one with very comfortable twin beds). The kitchen is rather small, but nearly everything a guest might need or want in order to be comfortable is on hand. Thank you, David, for your kind assistance throughout my stay and for your never-ending patience and understanding as well.

Stayed 35 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle P., Los Angeles, CA

Aug 1, 2022

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

Charming property right on the canal

Charmingly furnished in a vintage Venician style, this apartment opens directly onto the canal. Gondolas float past intermittantly right out the window. Apartment is clean with fresh towels. There's no central AC, but there are a couple of plug-in AC units which help. The walk to St. Marks Square is about 20 - 25 minutes, so bring your walking shoes. Check-in process was super easy and host was very responsive throughout. We had a great time. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Jul 10, 2022

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

Great location, cozy spot

This apartment was a cozy haven in Venice, in a great non-touristy location. Comfy beds, amazing bookshelves packed with everything you need to know about Venice & Italy. Well appointed kitchen. Air conditioning wasn’t quite up to the heat-fans in each room helped, but was still pretty warm.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia G., Santa Monica

Jul 7, 2022

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

Picturesque

This rental was just as pictured. We loved the private entry and the on canal location. Check in was fairly easy. The city was beautiful but so friken hot. The air conditioner in the unit was on close to 24 hours and kept the unit comfortable. Plenty of linens and the unit was very clean.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James W., Falls Church, Va

Jul 2, 2022

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

Idyllic stay in Venice

The flat was a trip back in time to an older Venice. Replete with all the modern comforts of a/c and a dishwasher, we otherwise felt as if we were dissident writers in the jazz age with David's library, furnishings, and appointments. We very much appreciated his instructions, which helped ease our transition from COVID-USA to temporary Venetian. Thanks for being a great host and making your wonderful place available.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Oct 23, 2019

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

Fantastic

The apartment was perfect. Kitchen well equipped!!! Beautifully furnished, cozy. Library amazing. I go to Venice every two years and always stay in the Dorsoduro area. I think its a perfect location to walk and be quiet yet so easy to reach museums etc. This apartment for location and comfort was one of the best that I have rented ! Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

May 14, 2019

Like living in Venice

My 2 friends and I were delighted with our stay in this perfectly located apartment. David was so helpful in responding to our questions before we booked and in anticipation of our arrival. We each had our own comfortable bedroom, and enjoyed breakfast in the kitchen and playing cards in the living room. We would surely rent this apartment again if we havea n opportunity to visit Venice again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhianna M., Ventura

Mar 7, 2019

Belissimo! Perfecto! Must stay again.

What an incredible house. I cannot wait to come and visit year after year. Grazie Mille! I wish I could write a novel about the house and the experience. Just do yourself a favor and book. Beds comfy, everything we needed and more. Ciao Bella! Thank you David and staff.

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Jan 10, 2019

Absolute Perfection

David (the owner) has gone out of his way to make this apartment comfortable and homely. From the moment we met our greeter at the meeting point I knew we were in for a great stay. However, the short walk from the canal to the apartment filled us with joy, what a beautiful location. The photos on the site do not do the location or the apartment any justice, it truely is a wonderful place. Thank you David for all you have done to make this lovely apartment so special.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M., los angeles

Dec 29, 2018

Enchanting Apartment For Bibliophiles!

We loved this apartment and David was so easy to communicate with. His collection of books on Venice is outstanding. Each of us had stacks of books on our bedside tables. The kitchen was fully equipped for cooking and we enjoyed meals in the apartment. This apartment is so cozy and warm. Dorsoduro is away from the throngs of tourists, but easy to walk everywhere. We wished the internet had been more robust - we rebooted it as instructed, but it was still spotty. I live in a house with spotty internet so I understand that sometimes it just can't be helped. Nevertheless, our stay was wonderful and the books more than made up for the internet! The hot water and shower were outstanding. I would absolutely stay here again in a heartbeat, and look forward to returning. Guilia, our greeter, was a delight!

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Aug 4, 2018

We really enjoyed our stay here and the neighborhood was nice and quiet.

We are a family of 5 and found that there was plenty of room here. The rooms were comfortable and worked great for our needs. The neighborhood was nice and quiet since it is not located in one of the noisier areas. The family room was nice and big and there is a great collection of books, including some of the classics. Everything worked great and it was nice being able to cook our own meals.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Abby O., Richmond, Vermont

Jul 30, 2018

Great location but needs some updating

I really wanted to like this home. The host was wonderful and the check in process was great as well as we were given so much information on things to do and see. The location is also quite nice, but the air conditioners do not really do anything and it was so hot and humid that everything just felt wet and smelled musty. I know Venice is an old city with old buildings, but we stopped at a friends' rental who was also there and that place was not musty. Everything just felt old and a bit dirty and the humidity did not help. And we were not allowed to run the air conditioners overnight, yet being on the first floor we were not comfortable leaving windows open in our children's rooms. We enjoyed out time in Venice and appreciated the location very much. Thank you for providing us a place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Carrie H., Kaukauna, WI

Jun 22, 2018

True charm of Venice!

David was an amazing host, answered questions quickly and provided a lovely home with all the amenities. The flat was in a beautiful neighborhood and right on a canal! The flat was decorated nicely with antiques and the kitchen was well equipped. We fell in love with Venice and it's rich history. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Pamela K.

Jun 4, 2018

Atmospheric and well located but lots of small minuses

Pros: Comfortable beds, two of three bedrooms had good space, quiet location, has washing machine, appliances in good shape, okay for three people, comfortable sofa in lounge, lots of instructions for everything; plenty of towels; generally clean; plenty of spices Cons: Front door screeched against floor, and even then didn't open fully; cramped space might be hard to negotiate for four, much less six people; wifi very spotty even when sitting right by the router; fans couldn't put a dent in the heat (late My was broiling), very, very noisy but sporadic AC didn't cool but helped with humidity; no matter how patient and careful, per instructions, just couldn't open some screens (which meant outside shutters couldn't be opened, keeping the flat dark, and not allowing for some cross breezes); dark woodwork, which was interesting, seemed designed for much larger space, so just added to gloom in the small flat; third bedroom had almost no room to get around (so was ok for one only, despite having double bed; one 20-something daughter okay with it, the other found it too 'creepy' to enter); the greeter was a totally unnecessary expense from our viewpoint (though a pleasant woman), a lock box for keys would have sufficed, given the long instructions sent well in advance of our trip; low flush broken on toilet/full flush was finicky; shower ran more like a faucet, was hard to regulate temperature, and was very narrow; ice cube trays only partially filled on arrival, and one was dirty Overall was a good place to stay for our three-days in Venice, but too many, admittedly small problems and inconveniences kept our attention focused on them instead of the comfortable beds, getting to use the washing machine, and otherwise having a very happy, first visit to Venice. If the myriad, small problems were fixed, our rating would definitely be higher.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tino H.

Jan 9, 2018

It's gorgeous!

We went to Venice with the whole family (5 people) in January and had a really great time! We were extremely lucky with the weather so we could enjoy café in the sun. And we were very lucky finding this neat and perfectly suiting apartment! Equipped with 3 separate bedrooms, everything needed in the kitchen and a very cosy furniture we loved coming home every day. It is very quiet in the night, has the nicest restaurants around we found – and garbage collectors ring the doorbell to get your trash for you! Unbelievable service! We can highly recommend this place for up to 6 people!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carl C., Arroyo Hondo

Dec 30, 2017

The apartment is lovely - well supplied and quiet - fantastic retreat from the noise of the world...

On the edge of a canal, and close to the heart of Venice, our family loved David’s apartment. We found great trattoria in the neighborhood, and had the best time leading each other astray. We felt like we were alone in the city over the holidays, and often found ourselves the only people on the street. We would recommend this to families, or small groups visiting Venice.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Dec 26, 2017

Great

Super property would recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cathy A., Macomb, Il

Jul 27, 2017

Clean, well appointed, and authentic.

We loved our first trip to Venice. This apartment immediately immersed us in the Venitian culture., no hotel could have done that. It was close to the sights, yet quiet enough for resting. Was perfect for our family of 5. Julia, our greeter was awesome, and so patient with us as we were later getting there because of traffic. We would definitely stay again, and will highly recommend it. The Ackers family United States

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

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