Love In Venice

Situated on the étage noble of a palazzetto and fronting the Grand Canal, this elegant apartment is a truly special place in iconic Venice. It's no wonder it's been featured in a number of international interior magazines. The home is a result of a three-way collaboration between the owner, a leading Venetian architect and one of France's top interior designers – the overall effect is beyond luxe. From the gleaming terrazzo floors and the sleek Italian furniture collection to the opulent marble bathrooms, you couldn't hope for a more refined place to stay in the Floating City. There are superb views of the Grand Canal from most of the rooms too. Watch the sun go down over the water and behind the domes of Salute Church from the terrace with a glass of complimentary Prosecco – we adore the vistas here. If you can't bear to leave your graceful home, the hosts can arrange high-end catered meals for up to fourteen guests in the beautiful dining room. The location is as dazzling as this gorgeous home – historic San Marco is right on your doorstep. Hop in a water taxi from the private jetty outside, and spend your days exploring the backwaters of this most romantic of cities, followed by a passeggiata down to Piazza San Marco for dinner (ten minutes on foot). This place is truly amazing – we did think of keeping it all to ourselves.

Home truths:
*The king-size bed in the second bedroom is comprised of two twin mattresses, which can be made up separately if you like but cannot be divided
*There are steps to the second bedroom
*The third bedroom has two single beds which can be put together to make a king-size bed on request
*There's no parking here, but there is a private jetty to hop on a water taxi, and many attractions are a short walk away
*Your host offers a range of additional services such as arranging spa treatments and experience bookings, as well as airport pick-ups