Description
Gently waking to the sound of church bells, lapping water and a singing gondolier just has to be the archetypal Venetian holiday experience. Add a grand pink palazzo, private jetty, access to a lemon scented terrace and views over the most famous canal in the world for a taste of perfection. Here is Regata, a very beautiful third floor apartment five minutes’ walk from St Mark’s square with both living room and master bedroom overlooking the Grand Canal and the iconic Santa Maria della Salute Church.
Breakfast croissants, sumptuous beds decked in the finest Italian linen, marble bathrooms, air conditioning, welcome hamper with a bottle of Bellini, maid service and concierge are all part of the pampering. Aside from such luxuries and beauty this is a home with history - a medieval building transformed in the 17th century into a fine Renaissance palazzo, resided in by the same family for 200 years and recently restored by local artisans.
An elegant spacious hall has antique table, sofa and hat stand, all with stories to tell while the polished wooden door in the comfortable and beautiful living room has been opened by generations. The striking portrait attempting to lure you away from the views is sure to be someone special in the palazzo’s history.
There are more wonderful canal views in the en-suite master bedroom with its custom-designed canopy bed. The charming alcove in the second en suite bedroom has two exquisite oval windows and a settee, the perfect place for a quiet read before breakfast.
Stroll to St Mark’s square to admire the extravagant domes of the Basilica and the smooth lines of the Doge’s Palace, sip a cocktail in Harry’s Bar or simply start your holiday with a vaporetto tour past the colourful palaces and alongside the gondoliers.
La Serenissima is a bewitching city with so many renowned galleries, museums and churches to visit. It’s also a lovely place to just wander and take less direct routes past layers of history where every corner reveals yet another little canal, church, tiny square or enchanting view. /n Security deposit /n €1000 charged to client’s credit card by the owner one month before and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. /n Arrival time /n 2.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Late check-in after 11.00 p.m. is by prior arrangement only and subject to late arrival fee. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes (towels changed mid-week). /n End of stay cleaning included? /n 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. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. /n Heating costs included? /n Yes. /n Changeover day /n Flexible. /n Minimum stay /n 3 nights. /n Tax /n 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). /n Smoking Allowed? /n Not allowed. /n Pets welcome? /n Not allowed. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. /n Insurance /n 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. /n Internet access? /n Wi-Fi internet access included. /n Other Ts and Cs /n A highchair and cot are available on request. /n Other Ts and Cs /n 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. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
